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Make a splash at Frog Pond this summer

The Boston Common Frog Pond spray pool reopens for the season on Tuesday, June 27. Read on for details about how to cool off on opening day.

Children in orange T-shirts running in spray pool

Bring the kiddos to this local wading pool.

Photo by Jon Seamans via Boston Parks and Recreation Department

A surefire sign that summer is officially here? The Boston Common Frog Pond is reopening its seasonal spray pool, complete with a 70-ft spray plume, this Tuesday, June 27.

The opening day celebrations will start at 11 a.m. and feature a visit from the pond’s official mascot: Frog Pond Freddie. There will also be food and drinks on-site, including an ice cream truck.

The Frog Pond spray pool — which is supervised and staffed by youth workers from the Boston Youth Fund — will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day. Kiddos can also play on the nearby Tadpole Playground, which has water features + frog-themed statues.

Pro tip: While you’re in the area, take a $4 ride on the carousel or find your zen at one of the free yoga classes.

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