A renovated neighborhood playground at the corner of Cutter and Newton Streets with a spray park, a futsal/basketball court, adult fitness equipment and a small matchbox-car racetrack for kids.
What to expect
Splash pad
Spray park, open early June to Labor Day, daily 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Entry fee
None checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Waltham requires every dog in a street or public place, including its parks and playgrounds, to be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than 10 feet. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
Open to the public year-round, dawn to dusk.
Managed by
Waltham Recreation Department
(781) 314-3475 · WebsiteCommon questions
What renovations were done here?
McDonald Playground underwent a multi-million dollar renovation and reopened in November 2021 with a rebuilt spray park, futsal/basketball court and new play equipment.
Does Mcdonald Playground have a splash pad, and when does it run?
Spray park, open early June to Labor Day, daily 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Is there an entry fee at Mcdonald Playground?
None
Can I bring my dog to Mcdonald Playground?
Waltham requires every dog in a street or public place, including its parks and playgrounds, to be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than 10 feet. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
What rules should I know at Mcdonald Playground?
Dogs must be leashed (10 ft max) citywide.