Waterplay at Cambridge Common
By
Cambridge Department of Public Works
Free
Looking for a break from the summer heat? Waterplays in Cambridge are a great way for kids to cool off and have fun!
No application or registration needed.
Cost
This Place is free!
- Event Use: To request use of a non-athletic park (excluding Danehy Park), apply for a Park Permit through the Department of Public Works. The fee for a park event permit is $25.
- All other non-athletic, non-event, or small group use is free to patrons during park hours.
Locations
Between Waterhouse Street and Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
Office hours
- This place does not have specific hours. Call ahead of time to confirm they are open.
Additional information
The City of Cambridge invites you to visit any of our 26 parks that have waterplay facilities. These facilities include a variety of sprinkler, spray, and shower configurations located in parks throughout the city. All waterplay facilities are free and open to the public during the summer months. The waterplay facility at Cambridge Common is a small waterplay designed for children age 5 and under.
The park is open:
- November 1 - March 31, Dawn to Dusk
- April 1 - October 31, Dawn to 10pm
Activities include:
- Playground, Water Play, Foot/Bike Paths, Soccer, Softball
- Off Leash Dog Use: None (All Pets Must be Leashed)
View maps from the City of Cambridge on the CDD website:
Contacts
Free
Between Waterhouse Street and Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
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Last updated September 15, 2025.