Just in time for the May long weekend, Edmontonians can enjoy outdoor swimming when Queen Elizabeth Outdoor Pool opens Saturday, May 18, weather and air quality permitting.
Outdoor pools
Fred Broadstock is scheduled to open on Saturday, May 25. Wîhkwêntôwin Outdoor Pool, meaning ‘circle of friends’, (formerly Oliver) and Borden Natural Swimming Pool, are scheduled to open in June. Wîhkwêntôwin Outdoor Pool is celebrating its 100 year anniversary in 2024. The occasion will be celebrated with special festivities, and details will be announced closer to the date.
Mill Creek Outdoor Pool is scheduled to open summer 2024, after four years of rehabilitation work. The re-opening event details will be announced closer to opening day.
Timed reservation entries will be available seven days in advance of each pool’s opening date, starting Saturday, May 11 for Queen Elizabeth outdoor pool.
Although reservations are not required, patrons can guarantee access to public swim at the time of their choosing by reserving a time on movelearnplay.ca. Reservations are encouraged to avoid lines during public swims and enhance the overall experience.
City Hall Fountain
Celebrate the arrival of summer and the opening of the City Hall Fountain. The fountain opens starting Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week, weather permitting. Splash Day is scheduled on Saturday, May 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. More details will be announced closer to the event date.
Edmonton is providing inclusive opportunities for outdoor recreation and fun with water. Through five outdoor pools, City Hall Fountain and 73 spray parks, Edmonton is providing great opportunities to gather and create communities.
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