(Atlantic) In April 2023, fundraising efforts commenced for a new Splash Pad in Atlantic. Construction began last summer, and on Monday, May 26, 2025, the facility at Sunnyside Park opened to the public.
Co-Committee Chair Ali Pieken says this would not have happened without the community’s support.
The Splash Pad covers approximately 5,000 square feet. It features a unique kidney shape, showcasing a variety of interactive elements such as fountains, spray pads, dump buckets, water cannons, and a first-of-its-kind rabbit racer located next to the dump bucket. The facility includes several areas: a toddler bay with a button that activates the features for children ages three and under, a family bay in the center, and a section at one end featuring the large dump bucket. Pieken highlighted that activities are suitable for all ages based on the desired level of water exposure. (Photos courtesy of Ali Pieken)
