Can-Do Playground

Locals know Can-Do is one of the better playgrounds in Wilmington — it’s genuinely big, well-kept, and actually thought through. The inclusive design means kids of all abilities can get in on the action, and the rubber flooring throughout makes it a safer bet than a lot of older parks around the area. You’ve got slides, swings, a climbing structure, a sandbox, and a ninja course that older kids go absolutely nuts for, plus separate zones so the little ones aren’t getting run over by the big kids. Shade trees and covered seating mean you’re not baking on a bench in July, and the restrooms are consistently clean — which, if you’re a parent, you know is not something to take for granted. Throw in a bike track, walking path, and open grass field and you’ve got enough to keep the whole family out there for a solid few hours.