Bennett's Village at Pen Park
Pen Park, Charlottesville, VA
Multigenerational all-abilities playspace at Pen Park with an open accessible treehouse phase, communication board, accessible path, planned sensory and water play, and family-friendly hours.
Official aerial rendering of the larger Bennett's Village playspace.
Photo 1 of 4. Official aerial rendering of the larger Bennett's Village playspace.
Atlas perspective
Atlas Verdict
This is the region's clearest true inclusive-play destination: still growing, but already stronger on intentional access planning than a typical park playground.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Fully outdoors; conditions and comfort depend on season and weather.
- Bring
- Water and sun protection for outdoor visits
- Bring
- Mobility aids or sensory supports your child prefers
- Bring
- A change of clothes once future water-play features open
What to Expect
Play and access
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground-level play
- Wide pathways
Family planning
- Shade
- Seating
- Picnic tables
- Parking
- Pavilions or shelters
- Perimeter fence
- Visit type
- Destination outing now and even more so as build out continues.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Published admission can change. Confirm current prices and taxes before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Official sources confirm an accessible treehouse, accessible path, communication board, planned calming spaces, fencing, sensory and mobility-friendly bathrooms, and multiple future inclusive play elements.
Considerations
The public site is being built in phases, so some highly desirable features are planned rather than currently installed.
Considerations
Families with very specific surfacing or restroom needs may want to verify current on-the-ground conditions before a special trip.
Planned Features
Fully accessible play structures
Planned Features
Water play area
Planned Features
Sensory garden
Planned Features
Ground-level merry-go-round
Planned Features
Adaptive zipline
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
1300 Pen Park Rd
Charlottesville, VA, 22901
Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 11, 2026 against 2 public sources