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Fairmount Park is located atop Poet Laureate Hill off of Grove Street. Largely a neighborhood park, it has a playground, circular half basketball court and a picnic area. This park also features amazing views of downtown Worcester. In addition, Fairmount Park has an amphitheater and occasionally hosts various events at the park.

Shoot Some Hoops

Circular Half-Court Basketball Court at Fairmont Park

Get some friends together for a little basketball game on this uniquely shaped court! The circular basketball court is perfect for a quick game to get some exercise or to improve your skills and practice.

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View some of the other parks in the City. Get out and explore!

Burncoat Street Playground with Slide and Climbing Structures

Burncoat Street Playground

District: 1

Burncoat Street Playground is the northern most public park in Worcester. Located between Burncoat Street and West Boylston Street, this park has a basketball court, tennis and volleyball court, as well as a playground. Burncoat Street Playground is close to Kendrick Field.
Great Brook Valley Softball Field

Great Brook Valley Playground

District: 1

Great Brook Valley Playground has a softball field and a multi-purpose field for playing sports and games! This park also abuts the Poor Farm Brook on its north-east corner. Nearby to Great Brook Valley Playground are Holland Rink Playground and Tacoma Street Playground.
Ramshorn Island on Lake Quinsigamond

Ramshorn Island

District: 2

Ramshorn Island is a small island on Lake Quinsigamond. It is located on the south side of the Burns Bridge. While many of the islands on Lake Quinsigamond are privately owned, Ramshorn Island is owned by the City of Worcester; therefore it is open to public use.

Quick Facts

Location: 22 Hemans Street - Map

District: 2

Size: 0.92 acres

Parking Lot(s): No

Features:

  • Amphitheater
  • Basketball Court
  • Gazebo/Pavilion
  • Picnic Area
  • Playground

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

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