{"id":30063,"date":"2026-06-12T17:24:55","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T21:24:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/design-providers.com\/rise\/philadelphia-opens-over-60-pools-and-spraygrounds-for-summer-2026-full-list\/"},"modified":"2026-06-12T17:24:55","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T21:24:55","slug":"philadelphia-opens-over-60-pools-and-spraygrounds-for-summer-2026-full-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/design-providers.com\/rise\/philadelphia-opens-over-60-pools-and-spraygrounds-for-summer-2026-full-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Philadelphia opens over 60 pools and spraygrounds for summer 2026: Full list"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n  <\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\"><span class=\"dateline\"><strong>PHILADELPHIA<\/strong> &#8211; <\/span>Philadelphia kicked off its 2026 summer pool season Friday, June 12, with Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Susan Slawson, and Parkside community members celebrating the first plunge at John B. Kelly Pool, according to a press release. The city plans to open more than 60 outdoor pools on a rolling schedule through Monday, July 6, while 115 spraygrounds are already providing relief from the heat.<\/p>\n<h2 data-v-94395e58=\"\">Pools opening across Philadelphia neighborhoods<\/h2>\n<p original-article-post=\"\" origination_station=\"WTXF\" data-v-ec26887a=\"\" data-v-94395e58=\"\">What we know:<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">The city opened two public pools Friday, June 12\u2014John B. Kelly and Hunting Park pools\u2014with more to follow in the coming weeks.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">The full opening schedule:<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\"><strong>Friday, June 12\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul original-article-post=\"\" origination_station=\"WTXF\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\" data-v-94395e58=\"\">\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Hunting Park\u202fPool\u202f\u2013 1101 W. Hunting Park Avenue, 19140<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Kelly\u202fPool\u202f\u2014 4231 Lansdowne Drive, 19131<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\"><strong>Saturday, June 13\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul original-article-post=\"\" origination_station=\"WTXF\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\" data-v-94395e58=\"\">\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Max Myers Pool \u2013 1601 Hellerman Street, 19149<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Sacks Pool \u2013 400 Washington Avenue, 19147<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\"><strong>Sunday, June 14\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul original-article-post=\"\" origination_station=\"WTXF\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\" data-v-94395e58=\"\">\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Gathers\u202fPool\u202f\u2013 2501-19 W. Diamond Street, 19121<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Bridesburg\u202fPool\u202f\u2013 4625 Richmond Street, 19137<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\"><strong>Monday, June 15\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul original-article-post=\"\" origination_station=\"WTXF\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\" data-v-94395e58=\"\">\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Marian Anderson\u202fPool\u202f- 740 S. 17th Street, 19146<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Lackman\u202fPool\u202f\u2013 1101 Bartlett Street, 19115<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\"><strong>Tuesday, June 16\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul original-article-post=\"\" origination_station=\"WTXF\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\" data-v-94395e58=\"\">\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Tiffany Fletcher Pool\u202f\u2013 743-81 N 48th Street, 19139<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-ct\" data-v-03e8ff79=\"\"><span data-v-03e8ff79=\"\">Schmidt\u202fPool\u202f\u2013 113 W Ontario Street, 19140<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">View the full list of pools opening <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.phila.gov\/2025-06-12-philadelphia-2025-public-pool-opening-schedule\/?mc_cid=789fda4a10&amp;mc_eid=b56bea184a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">Mayor Parker said, &#8220;Every child deserves a safe place to learn, play, and cool off during the summer months, regardless of their ZIP code.&#8221; She added, &#8220;Opening our neighborhood pools is about more than recreation. It&#8217;s about quality of life, public safety, and ensuring families in every community have access to welcoming public spaces.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">The city is hiring nearly 400 lifeguards and pool staff to support safe operations. All pools will offer swim lessons for more than 6,000 summer campers, with free lessons for children and additional instruction for adults at select sites.<\/p>\n<h2 data-v-94395e58=\"\">Seven pools closed for major upgrades<\/h2>\n<p original-article-post=\"\" origination_station=\"WTXF\" data-v-ec26887a=\"\" data-v-94395e58=\"\">By the numbers:<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">Seven neighborhood pools will remain closed this summer for $70 million in capital improvements.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">These include Lonnie Cohen, Cecil B. Moore, Vogt, Feltonville, McVeigh, Lawncrest, and Cherashore recreation centers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">Lawncrest will get a new $6-million pool and pool house, while Lonnie Cohen will receive a $4-million replacement pool.<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">The city is also prepared for heat health emergencies, offering a Heatline at (215) 765-9040, extended hours at cooling centers, mobile health teams, and a pause on residential utility shutoffs.<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">To stay cool, residents are encouraged to visit a <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/phila.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=48732a6251c09f25e0086d47a&amp;id=ab23d40eb5&amp;e=cbd5dfa8c1__;!!PxibshUo2Yr_Ta5B!0rV04s9htNsmXO4AcWrQha9kxh0Pv1Vnn3O8NuFG2RhD7qmLCyqSN-nXkJTIcoKRkTm34oimgqXtqvrEF2hZwOYLKVn2M2hhRzs%24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pool,<\/a> <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/phila.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=48732a6251c09f25e0086d47a&amp;id=4d565ce539&amp;e=cbd5dfa8c1__;!!PxibshUo2Yr_Ta5B!0rV04s9htNsmXO4AcWrQha9kxh0Pv1Vnn3O8NuFG2RhD7qmLCyqSN-nXkJTIcoKRkTm34oimgqXtqvrEF2hZwOYLKVn2T1vXHK4%24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sprayground<\/a>, or <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/phila.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=48732a6251c09f25e0086d47a&amp;id=945b518833&amp;e=cbd5dfa8c1__;!!PxibshUo2Yr_Ta5B!0rV04s9htNsmXO4AcWrQha9kxh0Pv1Vnn3O8NuFG2RhD7qmLCyqSN-nXkJTIcoKRkTm34oimgqXtqvrEF2hZwOYLKVn2AGFyAzs%24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cooling center <\/a>during heat emergencies.<\/p>\n<h2 data-v-94395e58=\"\">Safety reminders for families<\/h2>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">Parents and caregivers are urged to supervise children on pool decks and follow posted rules.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">Children under 8 must stay within arm\u2019s reach of a parent or guardian in the water.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">Commissioner Slawson said, &#8220;Our pools and spraygrounds are essential community assets during the hottest months. Beyond keeping facilities open and well-run, these roles create meaningful youth employment opportunities\u2014giving young Philadelphians the chance to build skills, earn income, and contribute to their neighborhoods while helping deliver a strong summer season.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">The city will open pools in phases as more lifeguards complete training. For pool hours and swim lesson details, residents can visit the Parks &amp; Recn Finder.<\/p>\n<p original-article-post=\"\" origination_station=\"WTXF\" data-v-ec26887a=\"\" data-v-94395e58=\"\">What we don&#8217;t know:<\/p>\n<p data-v-94395e58=\"\">The press release does not specify when the seven closed pools will reopen after renovations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"group-source-paragraph\" data-v-4fbf7207=\"\">The Source: \u00a0Information from the City of Philadelphia press release.<\/p>\n<p>    Things To DoNewsPhiladelphia <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PHILADELPHIA &#8211; Philadelphia kicked off its 2026 summer pool season Friday, June 12, with Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Susan Slawson, and Parkside community members celebrating the first plunge at John B. Kelly Pool, according to a press release. 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