About This Playground
🌳 Girard Playground is a well-maintained community park in Louisiana featuring playground equipment, sports facilities, and recreational spaces for residents of all ages.
Visitor Experience: Visitors generally rate Girard Playground positively, appreciating its clean facilities, variety of play equipment, and family-friendly atmosphere. Most reviews mention the park's value as a community gathering space.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
5300 Irving St, Metairie, LA 70003, USA
Phone
(504) 838-1038
+1 504-838-1038
Coordinates
30.0204, -90.20554
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
Suitable for children ages 2-12, with separate areas for toddlers (2-5) and older children (5-12).
Equipment Available
Swing sets, slides, climbing structures, monkey bars, spinners, see-saws, and interactive play panels.
Shaded Areas
Several large oak trees provide natural shade, plus covered pavilions near the playground area.
Seating For Parents
Multiple benches surrounding the playground, plus picnic tables under pavilions.
Restroom Availability
Clean public restrooms available during park hours, located near the main play area.
Drinking Fountains
Two drinking fountains available - one near the playground and one by the sports fields.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
Partially fenced playground area with gates at main entrances.
Surface Material
Rubber mulch in main play areas with concrete paths connecting different sections.
Ada Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible paths to main areas, inclusive play equipment for children with disabilities.
Cleanliness Maintenance
Well-maintained with regular cleaning schedules, trash cans emptied daily during peak seasons.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
Free parking lot with approximately 30 spaces plus street parking available.
Pet Policy
Dogs allowed on leash in park areas but not in playground zones; waste stations provided.
Bike Racks
Bike racks available near main entrance and by the sports facilities.
Nearby Food Options
Vending machines on-site; several casual dining restaurants within walking distance.
Sports Areas
Basketball courts, baseball diamond, and multi-use field for soccer/football.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
Half-mile paved walking path circles the park perimeter.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Active community sharing showing children enjoying equipment, sports events, and seasonal decorations.
Recent Reviews
Recent visitors praise the new climbing equipment and improved maintenance of facilities.
Crowd Levels
Busiest on weekends and after school hours; relatively quiet on weekday mornings.
Special Events
Hosts community events including summer movie nights, seasonal festivals, and sports tournaments.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
Free admission for all visitors.
Space For Groups
Three reservable pavilions for birthday parties and gatherings, plus open green spaces.
Nature Connection
Garden area with native Louisiana plants and small butterfly garden maintained by local volunteers.
Noise Level
Moderate during peak hours, quiet during weekday mornings.
Aesthetic Design
Colorful playground equipment with Louisiana-themed elements; well-landscaped grounds.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Regular patrols by local police; park closes at sunset with lighting in main areas.
Rules Restrictions
No alcohol, smoking restricted to designated areas, children under 8 must be supervised.
First Aid Availability
First aid kit available at park office during staffed hours; emergency phone near main pavilion.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
Weekly story time for toddlers, seasonal festivals, and community volunteer days for park beautification.
Social Interaction
Design encourages social play with group activity spaces and community bulletin board for local events.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
Rain gardens for stormwater management, native plant landscaping to reduce water usage.
Renewable Energy
Solar-powered lighting along main pathways and in restroom facilities.
Walkability Bike Access
Pedestrian-friendly design with multiple entry points from surrounding neighborhoods; connected to local bike paths.
Reviews
Janet koper
4 months ago
This is a small park. The grounds are well kept. It's good if you want to take small children out for a bit to play. Tennis courts are available as well as children's sports.
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3 years ago
My teenager son and I were in the middle of playing tennis one morning in August, 2020 when several female pensioners arrived to demand us leave the court (rather viciously). They said that they "paid and reserved both courts" and "used both courts from 9 to 12 for all these years". I knew this was not truthful as all parish public tennis courts are first come first serve. The manager was called out who threatened us with calling police if we do not leave the court. One of the grandmas was nice to let us finish playing in the other court with no tree shades and the manager later made peace with us (we are of a minority group). We contacted the East Bank administration office regarding this incidence and Girard had since posted a new policy card for court usage (September, 2020). We have since returned a couple of times in the last 8 months but generally avoided the place even though it is well maintained and close by.
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2 months ago
Good basketball court yeeeee
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a year ago
Playground for younger kids is pretty awesome!
View on GoogleAura Amaya
5 years ago
Sucks my youth was so excited to go play basketball but there was a RUDE coach who said no one can use the basketball court during summer. I was like what???? Not a good thing for any kid like mine who loves sports with this only playground in the area with nowhere else to go 😬😰
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