As part of our new Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. The question: When will my kids be able to visit and play in playgrounds? The answer: Although parks are open for recreational activities, city-owned playgrounds remain closed for the time being due to COVID-19 concerns. This also includes swimming pools and splash pads, according to Houston Parks and Recreation Department. Later he asked Parks and Recreation Department to keep swimming pools and splash pads closed for the entire summer.