Beat the heat in Broken Arrow: Splash Pad Week begins with free popsicles

The city of Broken Arrow is encouraging people to get out and have fun and make connections, while showing off splash pads around town.

Every day this week, the Parks & Recreation department will be at a different splash pad with free popsicles, games, and cool water. The events are free, and no registration is required.

Time & Locations

Festivities are happening at a different splash pad every day from 10 a.m. to Noon from June 16 to June 20.

The schedule of parks is:

1. Monday – Jackson Park
2. Tuesday – Leisure Park
3. Wednesday – Rose District
4. Thursday – Sieling Park
5. Friday – Preserve Park

A push for community

The Parks & Recreation department says the daily event is a way for people to better know their neighbors, and to keep cool.  Around 120 people came out to Jackson Park for Monday’s event.

“Have fun in the cool, cooling with the water and just getting to know your community and the splash pads around your neighborhood,” said Matthew Her with City of Broken Arrow Parks & Recreation.

What to bring

The Parks & Recreation department says to bring a swimsuit, sunscreen and a smile.