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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!

University (Crystal) Park Pond with Trees Around

University (Crystal) Park

District: 4

University Park is located in both a residential neighborhood and directly adjacent to a college campus. In the middle of the park is Crystal Pond, formerly used for swimming and ice skating. Today, activities on the Pond are limited to occasional paddle boating or toy boat races.
Dodge Park Gazebo and Picnic Tables

Dodge Park

District: 2

Dodge Park is a quaint 9 acre park located to the east of Indian Lake. Thomas Dodge donated the land to establish Dodge Park in 1889. In 1897, a rustic stone bridge was built over what was Arthur Spring at the time. Today, Dodge Park has a gazebo, a picnic area and nature trails to enjoy!
Boynton Park Bridge Over a Creek

Boynton Park

District: 5

Boynton Park is Worcester's second largest city-park, physically located within the town of Paxton. It features a baseball diamond, picnic area and many hiking and nature trails, which connect to many other publicly accessible green spaces. Silver Spring cuts through the middle of the park.

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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Fax: 508-799-1293
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