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Franklin Park Splash Pad in Purcellville, VA
Quick answer
Franklin Park Splash Pad is a park or outdoor outing in Purcellville, VA for toddlers, ages 4 to 6, and ages 7 to 10. Free admission applies only to the listed ages. Details were checked on July 21, 2026 using the official source from Loudoun County Franklin Park Pool.
Barnyard themed splash pad with spill basins, a water cage, animal spouts, and a barn slide beside Franklin Park Pool.
- Hours
- Jun 13 to Jul 31, Weekdays 10 AM to 8 PM, Weekend 11 AM to 8 PM, Reduced hours in August
- Admission
- Age 2 and under free, Ages 3 to 17 $6, Adults $7, Last hour $4
- Bathrooms
- Yes, Pool locker rooms
- Parking
- Free Franklin Park lot, Estimated capacity: 100–130 spaces (marked spaces nearest the pool and splash pad)
- Reservations
- Not needed, Weather can close facility
- Stroller friendly
- Yes
- Good for
- All ages · Purcellville, VA
- Address
- 17501 Franklin Park Dr, Purcellville, VA 20132
- Phone
- 540-338-7492
- Planning note
- These are the peak summer hours through July 31. August hours are shorter and weather can change the schedule.
What works by age
- Ages 1 to 3 High energy
The barnyard themed splash area gives toddlers active water play with close parent supervision.
- Ages 4 to 6 High energy
Children can move between splash features and the larger pool areas that fit their swimming ability.
- Ages 7 to 10 High energy
Older children can use more of the pool complex while younger siblings stay in the splash area.
Will this work for your family?
- Best for
- A lower cost summer water outing with a splash pad and larger pool in the same complex.
- Choose something else when
- Choose a free sprayground when admission, shortened late summer hours, or active swim supervision will complicate the day.
- Arrival plan
- Check the current pool schedule because August hours shrink as school approaches.
- Sibling fit
- The splash area and larger pool can serve different ages when adults divide supervision by swimming ability.
Do this: Splash Pad First, Pool Second
Estimated duration: 90 minutes
- Start in the splash pad so younger children can settle into the water.
- Move to one pool area that fits everyone's swimming ability and supervision plan.
- Return to the splash pad for a short final round before changing into dry clothes.
Bring: Swimsuits, Towels, Dry clothes, Water, Sun protection, Swim diapers when needed
Easy exit: Skip the larger pool, towel off after the splash pad, and wrap up for lunch or the next errand.
Quick parent answers
Is Franklin Park Splash Pad free?
No. It is part of Franklin Park Pool and uses the pool admission price.
What schedule change catches families?
Late summer hours can shrink when the school year approaches, so check the current schedule before driving.
What parents are saying
Parents can combine the barnyard themed splash pad with the larger Franklin Park pool for a longer summer visit. Admission is inexpensive, but August hours shrink as the school year approaches.