Jessica's Splashpad

About Jessica’s Splash Pad:

A splash pad, in honor of former FOX 2 Meteorologist Jessica Starr-Rose, is located at Bosco Fields Park and opened the Summer of 2024.

The Starr-Rose family – with the help of the Novi Parks Foundation conducted a fundraising campaign to assist with bringing a splashpad to the City of Novi. Jessica, who died of suicide in 2018 following complications from surgery, was a Novi resident and her husband Dan and two children Noah and Riley still live in the city. Her mother Carol Starr said the splashpad is not just to memorialize her daughter, but to be a place for kids, parents, grandparents, and friends to gather and make memories of their own and bring awareness to the mental health issues that impact so many families.

Jessica’s Splashpad will be open 10am - 7pm starting the Saturday of Memorial Day through Labor Day weather permitting. No entry fee. No lifeguards on duty.

Jessica’s Splash Pad may be closed at any time due to weather, maintenance and repairs, special events or for other operational matters.

Splash Pad Rules:

• No lifeguard on duty. Use at your own risk
• All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. Supervising adults may not leave the splash pad area
• No food, glass containers, or alcohol allowed.
• No animals allowed in the splash pad enclosure other than certified service animals
• The splash Pad is a smoke-free zone.
• Proper swim attire is required – swim pants or swim diapers are required for anyone in diapers
• All persons using the splash pad must follow directions of the splash pad staff
• All park rules apply
• Band-aids must be removed before using the splash pad.

The following activities are NOT permitted:

• ØRunning, rough play, profanity, or climbing on any equipment
• ØOutside toys, water balloons, water guns, or recreational equipment
• ØSkateboards, skates, rollerblades, scooters, or bicycles
• ØChanging of diapers in the splash pad enclosure
• ØPerson with open wounds, infections, or diseases that may be transmitted by water are not permitted
• ØSoaps, detergents, or shampoos

Inclement Weather Procedure:

How do I find out if the Splash Pad is closed due to weather?

For up-to-date information on operating status, please call Jessica’s Splash Pad Weather Hotline at 248-567-0373.

Will the Splash Pad open if it's too cold?

The Splash Pad may remain closed if the temperature is not expected to reach 70°F(actual temperature). Other factors, such as humidity, sunlight, and wind conditions, also affect our decision to open or close the Splash Pad.

What happens if the weather turns bad during the day?

If inclement weather is forecasted for most of the day, the Splash Pad may remain closed or operate on limited hours. In the event of inclement weather during operating hours, patrons may be asked to seek shelter in their cars, and the Splash Pad could close for a 30-minute weather delay. The Splash Pad will immediately close for a 30- minute weather delay if there is lightning or thunder. Please call the Hotline for the most updated information on the operating status of the Splash Pad.

Know Before You Go:

Are food and drinks allowed on site? No food, glass containers, or alcohol allowed.

Who is responsible for cleaning up? Patrons are asked to clean up after themselves.

Are strollers allowed? Strollers are allowed within the gated area but not on the splash pad surface.

Can I schedule a field trip to the Splash Pad? Reservations are not accepted for large groups, parties, field trips, etc. Due to limited capacity groups such as these may not be allowed to enter.

Are there changing areas at the Splash Pad? There are three family restrooms offering a changing space for Splash Pad users.

Is seating provided? Benches and tables are located throughout the Splash Pad. There is limited shade. Personal seating is discouraged.

In case of an emergency, please contact 911 and the Novi staff member on-site. For general inquiries, contact Novi Parks at 248-347-0400