Smothers Park

Smothers Park
199 West Veterans Boulevard
Owensboro Kentucky 42303

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270-687-8333
lat: 37.776193 long: -87.1118795

Smothers Park (formerly Riverfront Park) was established in 1816 as the first park in Owensboro. Its Lazy Dayz Playground has been named the top playground in the world (2015) by Landscape Architect’s Network.

The park features 3 signature fountains with a show every 15 minutes and a cascading waterfall. You will also find a spray park, concession stand, restroom, and picnic area.

https://owensboroparks.org/parks/smothers-park/
Reservations: 270-687-8333
Concessions: 270-687-8365

Park Hours: 5am–12:30am
Lazy Dayz Playground: 7am–10pm
Spray Park: 9am–9pm Memorial Day through Labor Day weather permitting

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