Kids Beach is an ocean beach in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot Season pass $60 general / $15 New Bedford resident / $5 senior 65+ / $30 Greater New Bedford; May 15–Sept 15. West Beach requires the season pass (no hourly).
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Paid lot
CostSeason pass $60 general / $15 New Bedford resident / $5 senior 65+ / $30 Greater New Bedford; May 15–Sept 15. West Beach requires the season pass (no hourly).
West Beach segment; city season pass required (no hourly option).
Common questions
Is Kids Beach in New Bedford open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-07-16). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there parking at Kids Beach, and what does it cost?
Paid lot (Season pass $60 general / $15 New Bedford resident / $5 senior 65+ / $30 Greater New Bedford; May 15–Sept 15. West Beach requires the season pass (no hourly).). West Beach segment; city season pass required (no hourly option).
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