Splish & Splash the Summer Warmth Away in Asheville

Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) has a summer time of water video games, foam events, and water-based pop-up packages for neighborhood members of all ages to sit back out and beat the warmth. In addition to those free and low-cost occasions, the out of doors pool at Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center opens for the season on Memorial Day weekend for reasonably priced summer time enjoyable. Pack Square Park’s common free splash pad, Splasheville, is ready to open in early May.

Bring sunscreen, towels, sun shades, and water or sports activities drinks to remain hydrated. Wear garments and sneakers that may get moist for occasions at parks and neighborhood facilities. Bathing fits are required for packages in swimming pools. Space is restricted for some packages, so advance registration at AVLREC.com is really useful.

Water Fun All Ages

Foam Frenzy

1-3pm .:. Free

Join neighbors for foam-filled afternoons as parks flip into fluffy, foamy lands of enjoyable and make-believe.

Summer Splash Days

11am-2pm .:. Free

Dive right into a world of water-themed actions and beat the warmth with an array of aquatic adventures.

River Snorkeling for All Ages

August 29 .:. Transportation offered from Murphy-Oakley Community Center on 749 Fairview Road

9am-2:30pm .:. $20 per grownup and $10 per baby, Advance Registration Required

See mountain streams from a wild new perspective just below the floor. Wetsuit and snorkel masks offered. Wear sneakers that may get moist and keep securely hooked up to ft.

Splashing Times for Active Adults

Ageless Water Aerobics

Saturdays from June 6-August 29 at Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center on 285 Livingston Street

10-11am .:. Free

Gentle water aerobics incorporates efficient methods to enhance cardio health, construct energy, increase temper, and ease joint ache.

Summer Day Trips: Lake Lure Beach

July 16 .:. Transportation offered from Harvest House Community Center on 205 Kenilworth Road

10am-4pm .:. $14 per particular person

Bring your swimsuit and towel for a day on the seaside with solar, enjoyable, and alternatives to buy and dine in Lake Lure. Participants pay for their very own lunch individually. Check our more Summer Day Trips.

River Snorkeling for Adults

August 21 and August 25 .:. Transportation offered from Murphy-Oakley Community Center on 749 Fairview Road

9am-3pm .:. $20, Advance Registration Required

See mountain streams from a wild new perspective just below the floor. Wetsuit and snorkel masks offered. Wear sneakers that may get moist and keep securely hooked up to ft.

Ways to Stay Cool for Kids & Teens

Teen DJ Spin & Swim Pool Takeover

June 26 and July 24 at Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center on 285 Livingston Street

6:30-8:30pm .:. Free .:. Ages 12-18

Feel the membership vibes at pool events for native teenagers that includes meals, music, and enjoyable surprises.

Toddler Carnival Water Day

June 27 at Tempie Avery Montford Community Center on 34 Pearson Drive

1-2:30pm .:. $5, Advance Registration Recommended .:. Ages 2-5 with grownup

Enjoy a splash-tastic carnival journey with video games, giggles, and sunshine.

Rec ‘n’ Roll Theme Days: Shark Week

July 29 at Malvern Hills Park on 75 Rumbough Place

10:30am-12pm .:. $5, Advance Registration Recommended .:. Ages 2-5 with grownup

This one doesn’t function water, however provides a celebration of your favourite shark species with a morning of video games, experiments, and hands-on discovery. Check out more Rec ‘n’ Roll Theme Days.

Asheville’s Free Splash Pad

Splasheville is positioned in Pack Square Park on 80 Court Plaza. The free splash pad’s common every day hours are 9am-8:30pm, however could shut for particular occasions or throughout inclement climate. Check the calendar for scheduled closures.

Asheville’s Public Outdoor Pool

The Grant Southside Center public swimming pool is centrally positioned inside Asheville and encompasses a toddler play zone, lounge deck, picnic tables, restrooms, and altering rooms.

• Admission is $3 per day
• For the 2026 season, common pool hours are Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday from 12-7 p.m., although hours could range as a result of climate or particular occasions
• Dates of operation are May 23-September 7 (weekends solely earlier than June 8 and after August 16)
• The pool is managed by Swim Club Management Group of Asheville which oversees upkeep, hires employees, and handles every day operations. Community members can join swim classes on the administration group’s web site, ashevillecitypools.com.
• Swim Club Management Group of Asheville additionally operates Buncombe County Parks & Recreation’s 5 out of doors swimming pools. Find locations, hours, and other info on Buncombe County’s website.

What’s Next for Asheville’s Pools?

More Ways to Stay Cool

For neighborhood members trying to cool off with out getting moist, all APR neighborhood facilities function air con and WiFi entry. Free neighborhood choices embrace train lessons, pastime golf equipment, card and board video games, dances, wholesome dwelling lessons, affinity teams, arts and crafts, music jams and drum circles, trivia, salsa and line dancing, indoor basketball, packages for teenagers and younger adults, particular occasions, and rather more. Search packages on-line and keep within the know with APR’s newsletters.