Espee Park

Espee Park’s splash area is full of vibrant color and has a big water tower, three candy caneshaped showers, spray rings and ground sprays.

Details: 10 a.m.-6 p.m daily, April. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily, May-August. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, September-October. Closes Nov. 1. 450 E. Knox Road, Chandler. Free. 480-782-2752, chandleraz.gov.

SanTan Village

The splash pad’s soft, porous surface is suitable for the youngest children. A play area is nearby. The splash pad is closed until the end of may for maintenance, but should reopen Water-play areas and kids zones at Riverview