Best Ways to Cool Off this Summer

By HEIDI PRUITT

The Kokomo Post Staff

Are you and your family looking for the best ways to cool off in and around Kokomo this summer? From splash pads to frozen treats, we’ve got you covered with a list of our favorite spots. 

1. Kokomo Beach - Open June through August, this local family-favorite spot is your go-to spot to cool off this summer! Kokomo Beach is located at 802 W. Park Ave. in Kokomo

2. Al Berryman Memorial Park & Splash Pad - The Splash Pad is free and open to the public as a way to cool off and make memories this summer! It’s located at the corner of Main and Elm Streets right here in Kokomo!

3. Water Spray Days - Join the Kokomo Parks and Fire Department at various locations in Kokomo to enjoy a slip and slide, sprinklers, and more! 

   1-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 3: Lafayette Park School, 919 N. Korby St.

   1-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 10: Jackson Morrow Park (Webster Street side), 4200 S. Park Rd.

   1-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 17: Foster Park, 721 W. Superior St.

4. Kokomo Family YMCA Pool - With your paid membership, you can enjoy an open swim, group fitness classes, swim lessons, and more!  The Kokomo Family YMCA Pool is located at 114 N. Union St. in Kokomo

5. Kingdom Splash Fest - A brand new attraction has made its way to France Park in Logansport! Enjoy this ‘Wipe Out’ style obstacle course for 60 minutes for just $20! Find more information by clicking here! https://www.kingdomsplashfest.com/

6. Splash House in Marion - Head over to Marion for a one-of-a-kind water park experience at The Splash House! Surf in the largest wave pool in Indiana, relax in the lazy river, or race down the waterslide at this affordable public park! The Splash House is located at 2601 S Adams St. in Marion! Open Memo­r­i­al Day week­end through Labor Day, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tues­day-Sat­ur­day and Noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Closed on Mondays.

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Water isn’t the only way to cool off this summer! Check out some of our favorite spots for ice cream below! 

Pictured: Banana Split Parfait from Hydration Station

1. Moo Stache Italian Ice - New to the frozen treat scene in Kokomo, Moo Stache Italian Ice is a new Kokomo Post office favorite! Choose from an array of flavors of ice cream as well as dairy-free Italian ice! The possibilities are endless.
   Moo Stache is located at 815 N. Washington St. in Kokomo.

2. Snow Storm Shaved Ice has just opened up shop on the north end of Kokomo, located at Gano and North Market streets. (For those who navigate by landmarks, it’s right beside where the iconic We Care Park used to be.) This charming little shack operates out of a traveling trailer, making it mobile for future events. But, for now, Gano and Market is its home base. Keep an eye on their Facebook page, as owner Vickie Reisetter said they might pop up at local events.

3. Cone Palace - This classic restaurant has helped Kokomo cool off with a sweet treat since 1966! Don’t skip out on a trip to Cone Palace this summer! Cone Palace is located at 55 County Road W. 300 South in Kokomo!

4. Scoops - Another long-time Kokomo favorite, Scoops, doesn’t skip out on portion size when it comes to ice cream! Grab a sweet treat from one of their locations this summer - and if you get the chance to visit their Arrow Street location, head next door to the City of Firsts Adventure Park for an afternoon of family fun! Scoops have two convenient locations at 1231 W. Jefferson St. as well as 408 Arrow St. in Kokomo

5. Hydration Station - This beloved Greentown gem has made its way to Kokomo with everyone's favorite frozen treats. Located inside Inventrek, check out what their new location has to offer this summer! Hydration is located inside Inventrek Technology Park at 700 E. Firmin St. in Kokomo

6. Kokomo Frozen Custard - If the rich taste of frozen custard is more your style, don’t sleep on Kokomo Frozen Custard! Since 1985, they have been serving Kokomo creamy goodness with rotating flavors - check it out to see which flavor you love the most! Kokomo Frozen Custard is located at 3107 S. Webster St. in Kokomo.

   Do you have a favorite way to cool off in the summer? Tell us in the comments below and stay tuned for more summer fun in Kokomo on The Kokomo Post!