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Garvey Playground

Details unconfirmedPark · Boston, MA
Garvey Playground, Boston, Massachusetts
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Right now

Garvey Playground is a 5.27-acre Neponset park rebuilt for $5.8 million in 2021 with an artificial turf field for baseball, lacrosse and flag football, a lit basketball and street-hockey court, and one of Boston's designated off-leash dog areas.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Free, no entry fee
Dogs
Allowed
Hours
Citywide Boston park rule: open 6:00 a.m., close 11:30 p.m.
Managed by
Boston Parks and Recreation Department 617-635-4505 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed

Common questions

Where do I park at Garvey Playground?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Garvey Playground?
Yes, Free, no entry fee
Can I bring my dog to Garvey Playground?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (accessibility-attempted). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-15. Official source. Updated 2026-07-16.