DeFazio Complex is Needham's largest athletic field complex, with two lit synthetic-turf fields, two natural-grass fields, three baseball and softball diamonds, an eight-lane track, and a preschool-to-12 playground donated by the Needham Exchange Club.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
No dogs allowed at DeFazio, except certified service dogs, per town by-law
Accessibility
ADA-accessible swings in the playground; further site-wide accessibility not detailed
Managed by
Needham Park & Recreation Department
781-455-7930 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Playground
Equipment for preschoolers and ages 5-12, including ADA-accessible swings, climbing structures, slides, sandboxes, and spring animals
Drinking water
Water bubbler on site
Picnic area
5 picnic tables and benches throughout
Restrooms
Pavilion with bathrooms plus porta-potties
Common questions
Which fields at DeFazio have lights?
The two synthetic multi-purpose fields, Brock and Founders, and the McLeod softball diamond are lit; the natural-grass fields and the two baseball diamonds are not.
Where do I park at DeFazio Complex?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at DeFazio Complex?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to DeFazio Complex?
No dogs allowed at DeFazio, except certified service dogs, per town by-law
Is DeFazio Complex wheelchair accessible?
ADA-accessible swings in the playground; further site-wide accessibility not detailed
What rules should I know at DeFazio Complex?
No dogs except certified service animals. No parking on Dedham Avenue or neighborhood streets; fire lanes must remain clear.