Pasco Aquatic Center is finally opening for swimming. Here’s your guide

After a years-long process, the Pasco Aquatic Center is finally opening for swimmers on Saturday, June 27.

Dubbed “Pasco’s newest destination for recreation, relaxation and family fun” by the city, the-brand-new $41 million facility is in the Broadmoor area at 5204 Road 108.

Construction was paid for by a 0.2% sales tax in Pasco. Voters approved the tax in 2022.

“The facility reflects Pasco’s pride, energy and commitment to creating places where the community can connect and enjoy time together,” the city of Pasco said on its website.

Here’s everything you need to know for your first visit:

What’s at the new swim center in Tri-Cities?

The 47,000-square-foot facility includes both outdoor and indoor swim areas. Each session is limited to 300 guests.

According to the city, the facility is inspired by the “natural flow of the Columbia Basin” and “designed to bring people together.”

The outside area will only stay open for the summer, but the indoor aquatic facilities will remain available year-round.

The inside area includes:

• A kids play area
• A lap pool
• A ninja obstacle course
• A lazy river with connected hot tubs, one inside and one outside
• Two 30-foot slides into the water that twist outside of the building

The outside area has:

• A separate lazy river
• A splash pad and playground
• A 12-foot rock climbing wall
• A water basketball court
• A 12-foot slide into the pool

Outside you’ll also find concession stands, although outside food and drinks are permitted in specific areas, and umbrellas available on a first-come, first-served basis. Alternatively, cabanas can be rented for four hours for $100.

Even more is planned for the aquatic center, with attractions being unveiled in phases.

Saturday’s grand opening is only the first phase, and more amenities will be available as early as summer 2027.

What are the rules at new Pasco Aquatic Center?

The city of Pasco has outlined general rules for visitors at the Aquatic Center. Refusal to follow them can lead to removal.

Here’s what you cannot bring to the facility:

• Glass containers
• Alcoholic beverages
• Gum
• Snorkels or goggles that cover the nose
• Mermaid suits or mono-fins

Here’s who is not allowed to swim:

• Children under age 10 without an accompanying adult
• Anyone under the influence of intoxicants
• Anyone with open sores, cuts, a communicable disease or diarrhea
• Anyone who has vomited within the past two weeks

Other swimming rules include:

• Cotton materials are not allowed in the pool.
• Swimmers must take a cleansing shower before getting in the pool.
• Children wearing life jackets must wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets and stay within arm’s reach of an adult when in the large pool. They cannot use the slides or diving board.
• No running or horseplay
• No diving or belly flops outside of designated areas
• No carrying people on backs or shoulders
• No unwanted or excessive splashing
• No playing on ladders

Different amenities also have specific rules. Go over all rules before visiting.

When does the aquatic center open?

The Pasco Aquatic Center was originally set to open for swimming on June 13, but the opening date was delayed by two weeks in order to spend more time training staff, the Tri-City Herald previously reported.

Instead, the center opened for tours, account registration and reservations on June 12.

Now, the “first splash” will be from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 27.

This covers two open swim sessions, one from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the second from 4 to 8 p.m.

What are open hours for Pasco Aquatic Center?

After the grand opening, the Pasco Aquatic Center will be open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Lap swimming will take place from 6 to 10:45 a.m. on weekdays with varying availability by day, at 50% of the regular rate. This is followed by open swim sessions from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 to 8 p.m.

On weekends, the aquatic center will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Lap swim will take place from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.

There are plans for sensory-friendly sessions on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Toddler Time will be held in the lazy river every day from 9:30 to 11 a.m., with an additional session in the rec pool at the same time on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

According to the city, the Aquatic Center will be open 362 days a year, not counting any closures for private events. All closures will be disclosed online.

Pasco Aquatic Center manager Tony Tuck previously told the Herald that signing up for accounts and preparing reservations will ensure folks a spot to swim, as the center is anticipating high demand all summer.

How much does it cost to visit Pasco Aquatic Center?

While you can buy a day pass on site, staff recommends purchasing your pass before you arrive.

Create an online account to buy annual passes, summer passes or day access. Summer passes are discounted this year due to the delay in opening, but will normally cover Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Youth passes are for ages 4 to 17, and senior passes are for age 65 and older. Family passes include two adults and three children, though more members can be added for an additional cost. Members are assigned and cannot be swapped.

Children younger than 4 get in for free.

Residents of Pasco receive a discount on annual and summer passes, to reflect the taxes paid to fund the construction.

Pasco resident rates:

• Daily passes: $12, $10 youth, $9 seniors
• 2026 summer passes: $126, $105 youth, $95 seniors, $199 for families with $53 for additional members
• Annual passes: $375, $280 youth and seniors, $375 for adults, $750 for families with $150 for additional members

Non-Pasco resident rates:

• Daily: $15, $13 youth, $11 seniors
• 2026 summer passes: $158, $126 youth, $114 seniors, $229 for families with $61 for additional members
• Annual passes: $469, $350 youth and seniors, $938 for families with $187.60 for additional members

Additionally, party rooms can be reserved, with rates starting at $300 The facility has two family-sized rooms and one larger conference room.