Looking for a simple, free, and fun summer outing for the whole family?
The Akron Art Museum is bringing back one of its most loved seasonal traditions on July 26 — a free summer splash day where families can enjoy water play, hands-on art activities, and open outdoor play in the museum garden.
It’s an easy, no-stress way to spend a summer day with kids — just show up, let them explore, and enjoy the moment.
A Free Water Family Day Designed for Families
The museum garden will be transformed into a lively outdoor play space where children can move freely between different activity zones.
Families can expect:
- Water sprinklers and splash areas
- Kiddie pools and slip & slides
- Fuse bead art and creative stations
- Open garden space for free exploration and play
This is a drop-in style event designed for relaxed family participation — no structured schedule is needed.
What to Expect at the Tiny Land Experience
Families attending the event will also have the opportunity to explore the Tiny Land Mud Kitchen play experience.
This hands-on setup invites children into imaginative outdoor role play, where everyday materials and water become part of their creative world.
Kids can:
- Mix and pour water in playful ways
- Create pretend nature meals and recipes
- Explore sensory textures
- Engage in storytelling through role play
It’s a child-led play experience designed to complement the broader event — encouraging creativity, imagination, and collaborative play in an outdoor setting.
Why Families Keep Coming Back to This Event
This summer gathering brings together creativity, movement, and sensory exploration in one shared outdoor environment.
Children are encouraged to:
- Play with water in open-ended ways
- Create and experiment through hands-on activities
- Interact with other children in a social setting
- Explore freely at their own pace
It’s a refreshing break from screens and structured routines — a chance for kids to simply play, create, and enjoy summer outdoors.
Event Details
Location:
Akron Art Museum Garden
1 South High Street
Akron, OH 44308
Time:
Sunday, July 26 • 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Admission:
Free (registration requested)
What to bring:
Water-friendly clothing, towel, sunscreen
Best for:
Toddlers, preschoolers, and young children
A Simple Summer Plan That Just Works
If you’re looking for an easy family outing this summer, this is one of those events where everything is already set up — just arrive and let kids explore.
Families are welcome to join the activities throughout the day and experience the Tiny Land Outdoor Kitchen play area on-site.
See you at the splash zone this summer.
