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Thames Street Park Playground

1862009, Baltimore, MD 21231, USA

Overview

Category:Best Outdoor Playgrounds
Location:Baltimore, MD

Expert Summary

Detailed Insights

Thames Street Park Playground is a small, cute, and often quiet outdoor playground primarily ideal for toddlers and children up to age 6. It's praised for being fenced off, offering imaginative play opportunities like 'America Ninja Warrior' style activities, and typically not getting overcrowded, providing a relaxed environment for parents with benches available.

Key Highlights

  • Fenced off perimeter provides a secure environment for young children.
  • Features benches for parents to sit and supervise comfortably.
  • Reported to be generally quiet and never overcrowded, even with other families present.
  • Offers engaging play opportunities that encourage imaginative, active play ('America ninja warrior').
  • Small size is considered a positive, likely making supervision easier.

Standout Features

  • Securely fenced off play area.
  • Comfortable benches for parents/guardians.
  • Play structures that inspire active and imaginative scenarios like 'America Ninja Warrior'.
  • Maintains a generally quiet atmosphere.

Perfect For

Great for toddlers and kids up to age 6, particularly 3-5 year olds.
Likely too small or lacking in challenges for older children (7+).

Ideal For

Parents of toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-6) seeking a contained and secure play space.
A relaxed playdate or outing where overcrowding is a concern.
Children who enjoy imaginative and active climbing/obstacle-style play.
Parents looking for a quiet park experience.

💡Pro Tips from Reviews

  • Scan the area upon arrival to find a spot free of bird droppings or pet poop.
  • If seeking a quieter experience, choose a spot away from potentially louder groups of children.

Things to Consider

  • Potential for bird droppings and pet poop in certain areas.
  • Can be loud if positioned too close to 'fun loving children' despite generally being quiet.

Price & Value

Not mentioned in reviews.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • No specific accessibility accommodations mentioned in reviews.

🍎Food & Drink Policy

  • Not mentioned in reviews.

🚗Parking Info

  • Not mentioned in reviews.

👥Crowd Levels

  • Generally not overcrowded, even with 'lots of other parents and children'.
  • Described as 'quiet' by some reviewers.

🛡️Safety Features

  • The entire park is fenced off, providing a key safety feature for young children.

When to Avoid

  • If you have children older than 6 who require more complex or challenging play structures.
  • If you are highly sensitive to the presence of pet or bird waste, as it's a potential issue.

Pricing/Package/Events

Events & Schedule

Special Events(Last 2 months - Next 6 months)

2025 Midnight Basketball 17U Championship (Playoffs & Championship)

August 15, 2025 (Playoffs) and August 16, 2025 (Championship)

Not specified

Championship event for the Midnight Basketball League, held at The Dome - Madison Square Rec Center.

Fête Champêtre; A Luxe Garden Party

Not specified (Year 2)

Tickets required

A luxurious garden party in the park featuring Grammy-nominated, neo-soul singer Musiq Soulchild and R&B singer-songwriter Daley.

AFRAM50 Festival

Not specified (50th Anniversary)

Not specified

One of the largest African American cultural arts celebrations on the East Coast, featuring national recording artists, local talent, food, art, community activations.

🍎Food Policy

  • At pools: Food, chewing gum, and drinks are only allowed in designated areas and never on the pool deck.

🛡️Safety Policy

  • Please keep your dog on a leash while in parks!
  • BE SAFE! Please do not enter pools when closed!
  • At pools: Pool capacity may fluctuate depending on the lifeguard-swimmer ratio.
  • At pools: Pool rules must be obeyed at all times.
  • At pools: All swimmers must shower before entering the pool area.
  • At pools: Appropriate swim attire is required. All swimwear bottoms must have a liner. All swimwear must be clean. Lycra and Nylon are preferred non-absorbent materials.
  • At pools: Individuals with open sores, skin rashes, or bandages are not allowed in the pool.
  • At pools: Floatation devices are not allowed in the pool.
  • At pools: Glass of any kind is strictly prohibited.
  • At pools: Misconduct of individuals may result in the dismissal of the entire group.
  • At pools: Profanity and vulgar language are not acceptable in the pool area.
  • At pools: Running, pushing, hazardous play, and spitting in the pool or pool deck is prohibited.
  • At pools: Pets are not allowed on the premises, with the exception of support animals (documentation is required).
  • At pools: Persons appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed on the premises.
  • At pools: Swimmers under four feet tall must pass a water swim test or remain restricted to the wading pool.
  • At pools: All swimmers must demonstrate their swimming ability to staff to be permitted to swim in deep water.
  • At pools: No bags will be allowed on the pool deck. Lockers are limited; best practice is to arrive already wearing appropriate swimwear.

📅Booking Policy

  • To use Baltimore City pools, a Civic Rec account is required.
  • Registration for Indoor Pool programs is open.
  • For Teen Zone programs (Late Night Hype, Teen Pool Events, Midnight Basketball), registration is required and can be done in advance or onsite.
Information extracted from official website • Last updated: Oct 1, 2025

What People Say

What's Great

  • Fun and entertaining activities (mentioned in 2 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Kevin Bennett

Kevin Bennett

8 months ago

Pleasant place to clear your head. Just need to find the right spot where there's no bird droppings, pet poop, and not too close to the loud fun loving children.

Nicholas Miles

Nicholas Miles

11 months ago

small and cute ☺️

Brittany Harrison

Brittany Harrison

5 years ago

Great for toddlers and kids up to age 6, lots of other parents and children but never overcrowded.

Delphine Ettinger (Ashes57)

Delphine Ettinger (Ashes57)

2 years ago

Quiet and good for 3 - 5 years old .

Vil Ramirez

Vil Ramirez

4 years ago

This park is just what the doctor ordered. Fun place to play. My daughter loves it. She pretends to be on America ninja warrior. It’s fenced off and has benches to sit. Great for a fun day at the park

Contact Information

1862009, Baltimore, MD 21231, USA

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Opening Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Quick Stats

Overall Rating
4.7
Total Reviews47
Recent Reviews5