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Bennett Field is an almost 6 acre park, undergoing renovations to the ball field and retaining wall along Gates Lane. Bennett field is located behind the state Veterans Memorial Pool in Webster Square. This park features a softball field, a playground and a pool!

Public Notice: The playground at Bennett Field will be closed as of July 29, 2026, to replace the playground rubber safety surfacing. The playground will be closed for approximately 30 days with a scheduled reopening on or before Friday August 28, 2026, (weather permitting), for the beginning of the new school year. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Run and Play

Swings in Foreground and Playground Structure Behind at Bennett Field

The playground at Bennet Field consists of two sections. One section is designed for children 2-5 years old, while the other section is designed for children 5-12 years old. There are swings for young kids, and for older kids. There are also various play structures with varying levels of difficulty, such as a climbing wall, monkey bar structures, tic tac toe panel, tall or short slides and much more! 

Take a Dip

Bennet Pool

Cool off and take a dip in the Veterans Memorial (Bennett Field) Swimming Pool! This pool is located in the City park.

The pool is in the Bennett Field park, but it is run by the State's Department of Conservation and Recreation.

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Ty Cobb Park

District: 5

Ty Cobb Park is located on James Street near the Worcester-Auburn line. This park features two little league baseball fields and a softball field. Ty Cobb Park is the home of Ty Cobb Little League, which was established in 1952, being one of the first three Little Leagues in Worcester.
Greenwood Park Playground and Covered Picnic Area

Greenwood Park

District: 3

Greenwood Park is located on the south end of the city in the Quinsigamond Village Neighborhood section. It is bustling with lots of activities during the summer months. There is a playground, softball field, spray park, basketball court, nature trail, picnic areas and tennis courts.
Picnic Table at Morgan Landing Overlooking the Water

Morgan Landing

District: 1

At Morgan Landing, you can launch a boat, motorized or non-motorized. You can also enjoy the other amenities this lake-focused park has to offer. Such amenities include a picnic area, tennis court, fishing dock and small walking path. This park has one of the only boat ramps in Worcester.

Quick Facts

Location: 1258 Main Street - Map

District: 5

Size: 5.6 acres

Parking Lot(s): No

Master Plan: View Master Plan

Features:

  • Playground
  • Pool
  • Softball Diamond

Know Before You Go

Contact Information

Address

Parks & Recreation
50 Officer Manny Familia Way
Worcester, MA 01605

Contact

Phone: 508-799-1190
Fax: 508-799-1293
parks@worcesterma.gov
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Hours

Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.