An 8.8-acre school playground and ballfield complex behind Bowen Elementary in Newton Centre, with a school-age play area, seating and picnic tables, a baseball field, basketball courts, and a soccer field.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Ages
School-age play structure implies roughly ages 5-12; no separate toddler area confirmed.
Entry fee
None; free to enter. checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Newton requires dogs to be leashed on city property at all times except in designated off-leash areas, which need an off-leash medallion from the City Clerk.
Hours
Newton parks and playgrounds generally operate dawn to dusk.
Accessibility
Not specified.
Managed by
City of Newton Parks and Recreation Department
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On site
Picnic area
Seating and picnic tables on site.
Common questions
Where do I park at Bowen Elementary School Playground?
Free lot (Free).
What ages is Bowen Elementary School Playground best for?
School-age play structure implies roughly ages 5-12; no separate toddler area confirmed.
Is there an entry fee at Bowen Elementary School Playground?
None; free to enter.
Can I bring my dog to Bowen Elementary School Playground?
Newton requires dogs to be leashed on city property at all times except in designated off-leash areas, which need an off-leash medallion from the City Clerk.
Is Bowen Elementary School Playground wheelchair accessible?
Not specified.