City of Darlington Opens its New Splash Pad

DARLINGTON, SC (June 14, 2025) – The City of Darlington’s highly anticipated Splash Pad is now open to the public.

On Saturday, June 14, Mayor Curtis Boyd and members of City Council cut the ribbon to the new 4,000 sq-ft Splash Pad property that’s located at the corner of Orange St. and Liberty St. The Splash Pad will operate throughout the spring and summer seasons each year.

“I’m excited to finally have the Splash Pad up and ready for all our residents to enjoy with their children and families,” Mayor Boyd said. “The Splash Pad is free to the public. It has been a long time coming. We’ve worked hard to provide quality of life for our residents and the surrounding areas. Come enjoy. It’s going to be a great summer.”

The new facility has 20 interactive water features, as well as handicap accessibility and new restrooms. There are currently three covered seating areas; however, the facility will continue to evolve over time.

“The gates are now open to the new Splash Pad,” said City of Darlington Public & Community Affairs Director, Hunter Thomas. “Everyone came together to make this vision a reality and now our residents and visitors have a fun and safe place to soak in the sun and enjoy the beautiful days in the Pearl of the Pee Dee.”

The installation of the Splash Pad marks the second major completed project for recreation within the City of Darlington this year. Back in April, the ribbon was cut to the nearly $9 million A Squared Investments Sports Complex located on Blue St.

Hours of operation for the Splash Pad will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays. Children should not be left unsupervised on the property.

For more information, please visit cityofdarlington.com or call 843-398-4000.