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Kellogg Park
★4.7(1,465 reviews)FreePark
🕑 1-2 hours, though families often extend visits by combining park time with lunch or shopping in the charming downtown area👶 Best for ages 1-12. Toddlers enjoy the open green space for running and the gentle fountain, while older kids appreciate the seasonal events, live entertainment, and exploring nearby shops with parents.🧡 Saved by 200+ families
About
Kellogg Park is the charming heart of downtown Plymouth, offering families a perfect blend of green space and small-town atmosphere. Kids love running through the interactive fountain in summer, attending seasonal events like the ice sculpture festival in winter, and enjoying the Friday farmers market where they can sample treats and see local vendors.
Highlights
- ✓Interactive fountain perfect for splashing on hot days
- ✓Seasonal events including ice sculpture festival, farmers market, and holiday tree lighting
- ✓Central bandstand with live music and entertainment
- ✓Beautiful green space for picnics and running around
- ✓Steps away from toy shops, ice cream parlors, and family restaurants
Pro Tips
- 1.Bring a change of clothes during warm months,the fountain is irresistible to kids and they will get soaked
- 2.Park in the structure on Harvey Street just a block away for easiest access with strollers
- 3.Visit on Friday evenings during summer for the farmers market and live music on the bandstand
- 4.The park is surrounded by ice cream shops and cafes,perfect for a post-play treat
- 5.Check the Plymouth Downtown Development Authority calendar before visiting for special events like Art in the Park or Fall Festival
Best Time to Visit
Friday evenings May through October for the farmers market and live music, or weekday mornings for a quieter experience. Summer offers the most activities with the fountain running and frequent events, while winter brings magical ice sculptures.
What to Know
The park is free and open 24/7 with plenty of nearby parking (metered during business hours). Restaurants and cafes line the surrounding streets, and public restrooms are available in adjacent municipal buildings during business hours.
Seasonal Notes
The fountain typically runs Memorial Day through September. Winter transforms the park with the famous Ice Festival in January. Farmers market runs Friday afternoons May-October. Holiday events include tree lighting in late November and visits with Santa.
Nearby Eats
Try Penn Station East Coast Subs on Main Street for kid-friendly sandwiches, or visit Box Bar for gourmet grilled cheese and mac-n-cheese that kids devour. Both are within a block of the park.
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