Reading Iron Playground

Locals know this spot does a lot with what it has — the basketball court stays busy, there’s a soccer field and open grass if you just need room to run around, and the younger kids have swings and musical equipment to keep them entertained. It’s an urban park, but the neighborhood around it stays pretty calm, which makes the picnic tables and BBQ area actually usable without feeling like you’re in the middle of chaos. The community events they host here — think outdoor concerts, drawing classes — give it more personality than your average city playground. Good for families with kids anywhere from toddler age up through teenagers, since there’s genuinely something for each of them.