Victory Field is Watertown's flagship athletic complex, home to Watertown High School sports with a 400-meter rubberized track, turf multi-use field, football field, five tennis courts, and a field house; the oval and courts area was rebuilt in a construction project that closed those sections starting August 2025.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted here. Watertown's ordinance bars dogs from town parks and school grounds except leashed on marked paths at six named parks (Whitney Hill, Saltonstall, Arsenal, Linear Park, Filippello, and Howe); this site is not…
Hours
8:00 am to dusk; parks with lighting stay open until 10:00 pm.
Accessibility
A 2025-2026 renovation project addressed the track, field, and courts; specific ADA path/parking details were not confirmed in public materials reviewed.
Ball Sports
Allowed mid-April to December 1, track/courts year-round once reopened
Managed by
Watertown Recreation Department
617-972-6494 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Playground
Tot lot for ages 2-5; the playground along Orchard Street stayed open through the 2025-2026 track/courts construction.
Restroom
Field house restrooms
Picnic area
Picnic areas on site.
Not here
No drinking water
Not specifically listed; unconfirmed.
Common questions
Is Victory Field open right now?
A major renovation of the track, field, tennis, and basketball courts began the week of August 18, 2025, with a targeted spring 2026 reopening; the turf multi-use field and the Orchard Street playground remained open throughout. Confirm current status with the Recreation Department before visiting for track or court use.
Is there an entry fee at Victory Field?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Victory Field?
Dogs are not permitted here. Watertown's ordinance bars dogs from town parks and school grounds except leashed on marked paths at six named parks (Whitney Hill, Saltonstall, Arsenal, Linear Park, Filippello, and Howe); this site is not one of the exceptions.
Is Victory Field wheelchair accessible?
A 2025-2026 renovation project addressed the track, field, and courts; specific ADA path/parking details were not confirmed in public materials reviewed.
What rules should I know at Victory Field?
Dogs are not permitted here. Watertown's ordinance bars dogs from town parks and school grounds except leashed on marked paths at six named parks (Whitney Hill, Saltonstall, Arsenal, Linear Park, Filippello, and Howe); this site is not one of the exceptions.