A fenced South Side neighborhood playground on Hall Street, rebuilt in a roughly two-million-dollar renovation with new slides and a combined basketball/futsal court; named for Peter Gilmore, the first Waltham resident killed in the Vietnam War.
What to expect
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.
Managed by
Waltham Recreation Department
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On site
Multi-use court lined for basketball and futsal
Common questions
The playground is named for Peter Gilmore, the first person from Waltham killed in the Vietnam War; the renovated site was rededicated with a ribbon-cutting on July 22.
Is there an entry fee at Peter Gilmore Playground?
None
Can I bring my dog to Peter Gilmore 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 Peter Gilmore Playground?
Dogs must be leashed (10 ft max) citywide.