1 / 217th St Playground
📍 Union City, NY
Renovated Union City playground for children aged 2–8 built around a fighter jet structure with two slides, monkey bars, a tunnel, and a seasonal sprinkler splash pad. Separate dedicated toddler section included.
Newly renovated playground, great for smaller children. The larger section of the playground was built to resemble a fighter jet. Very cute design and everything is currently very clean and well maintained. The other section of the playground is designed predominantly for toddlers. The third portion is a good sized splash pad (not open for the season yet) but looks like it will be a great spot to stop on a hot day. The guards are courteous and firm on the rules of no teenage/older children on the playground and no food consumed on the grounds. There is also a handicapped ramp and lots of seating at various benches and tables.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with toddlers and younger children aged 2–8 wanting a clean, safe outdoor play space in summer. The jet-themed structure is a genuine draw and the splash pad is the highlight on hot days. Rules are strictly enforced by on-site guards — no food, no water guns, and age limits on equipment apply consistently.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Julie Uribe
6 years ago
“Newly renovated playground, great for smaller children. The larger section of the playground was built to resemble a fighter jet. Very cute design and everything is currently very clean and well maintained. The other section of the playground is designed predominantly for toddlers. The third portion is a good sized splash pad (not open for the season yet) but looks like it will be a great spot to stop on a hot day. The guards are courteous and firm on the rules of no teenage/older children on the playground and no food consumed on the grounds. There is also a handicapped ramp and lots of seating at various benches and tables.”
Ivanna Almendarez
7 years ago
“The renovated splash pad/sprinklers are soo fun and my kiddos loved going there in the summer. Wish it had swings though but the whole park is renovated and the grand opening was fun!”
kmason
7 years ago
“Another beautiful, safe and fun place in Union City! Thanks Mayor Stack team.”
Lauren Marrero
9 months ago
“I try hard to like this park, but the rules are ridiculous. I went to the park for my child to play in the sprinkler with a watergun. The guy came up to me and told me it wasn't allowed. knowing there's no sign that says it. I've been doing it a few times with my problems. So I put it away. Then other kids came with watergun and were told nothing but only me. I believe they're racist and pick on and choose who they want to pick on im also hispanic but with white complexion but the other were Hispanic fully and was told nothing and I approach him and told him to tell them and he did nothing. So I continue to let my child play with her watergun. im not with the game, and I will not stand down I no my rights”
Reviews from Google
Overview
This playground features a large fighter jet-themed main structure with two slides, monkey bars, and a tunnel, plus a dedicated toddler section and seasonal sprinkler splash pad. Equipment is well-maintained and the space is fully fenced. Free entry. Guards enforce age restrictions and no-food rules on the grounds. No food or water toys permitted on-site.





