Tarkington Park
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
Where: 45 W 40th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana
When: typically open in warm months (check before visiting)
Hours: typically daylight hours
Cost: free
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Synthetic-grass playground on the near north side with a giant climbing orb, oversized musical instruments, and a seasonal splash pad. A rubber-turf toddler section with mini slides, low equipment, and infant swings makes it a favorite for the under-3 crowd.