If you’re looking for a place to let the kids cool off downtown, the Lauridsen Fountain at Cowles Commons is a fun place to play! The big balloon structure in the back is not normally there, that was the Luminarium – “Arboria”event last summer, but there are lots of trees and flowers to check out all the time.
[Photo courtesy of Urbandale Parks & Rec}
Sunrise Park has a shelter available for rent, alongside a fun playground and lots of open space.
Prairie Heritage Park is a public space with a sprayground and a war memorial. Perfect to walk around on the paved trails and hunt for snails or frogs.
Legion Park and Sprayground is one of our favorites, with unique play structures and great shade trees. There is a separate toddler playset and lots of opportunities to play.
