The play area within Magazine Park, the largest park in the McKnight neighborhood, reopened in June 2026 after a nearly $2 million renovation with a new accessible playground, pavilion, splash pad and two basketball courts.
What to expect
Splash pad
Present, seasonal, part of the renovation.
Dogs
Springfield requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property, including in every city park.
Hours
Springfield city parks are open dawn to dusk; you may not enter or remain more than a half hour after sunset or before sunrise without the Superintendent's written consent.
Accessibility
Brand-new, accessible playground built as part of the 2025-2026 renovation, funded partly by a $1M federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grant and a $235,000 Community Preservation Committee grant.
Managed by
Springfield Parks, Buildings & Recreation Management
413-787-6440 · WebsiteCommon questions
Does Magazine Playground have a splash pad, and when does it run?
Present, seasonal, part of the renovation.
Is there an entry fee at Magazine Playground?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Magazine Playground?
Springfield requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property, including in every city park.
Is Magazine Playground wheelchair accessible?
Brand-new, accessible playground built as part of the 2025-2026 renovation, funded partly by a $1M federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grant and a $235,000 Community Preservation Committee grant.