Albert "Ray" Massey Park Playground
West Gainesville, Gainesville, FL
Space-themed fully inclusive playground in Gainesville with ramps, flat play surfaces, communication support, sensory elements, lighting, restrooms, and picnic amenities.
Official City of Gainesville image for Albert Ray Massey Park.
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Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor venue; plan for heat and rain.
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection for open areas
- Bring
- Adaptive gear if your child uses it
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Shade
- Seating
- Picnic tables
- Restrooms nearby
- Parking
- Pavilions or shelters
- Visit type
- Destination outing.
Read more about this location
Albert "Ray" Massey Park Playground is Gainesville's first boundless, fully inclusive playground and one of the strongest accessible-play options in North Central Florida. The city describes a large space-themed play area with ramps, flat surfaces, bright sensory-friendly wayfinding colors, accessible swings, slides and spinners, fine-motor activity boards, and a communication board. It sits within a larger municipal park with restrooms, picnic tables, grills, trails, sports facilities, and evening lighting on the playground. Families looking for a longer mixed-age outing with solid mobility access and practical amenities will find this one especially useful.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Sensory
Bright multi-colored elements used for wayfinding
Sensory
Activity boards for fine-motor play
Sensory
Social and sensory elements integrated into design
Mobility
Ramps
Mobility
Flat surfaces on the largest play feature
Mobility
Accessible circulation for wheelchair and crutch users
Communication
Communication board on site
Considerations
Public page does not clearly state whether the playground is fully fenced.
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
1001 NW 34th St
Gainesville, FL, 32605
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 11, 2026 against 3 public sources
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- City of Gainesville - Albert Ray Massey Parkgainesvillefl.gov
Primary official source for inclusive features and logistics.
Checked: name, address, inclusive positioning, features, hours, restrooms
- City of Gainesville - Newest playground accessible for all usersgainesvillefl.gov
Supports the park's inclusive status.
Checked: boundless playground positioning
- City of Gainesville - Wild Spaces Public Places Projectsgainesvillefl.gov
Confirms redevelopment context.
Checked: project timing, project context
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official city park and project pages.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.