As Peoria heats up with the onset of the summer bustle, the city's public pools have thrown open their gates to offer residents some much-needed respite. According to the City of Peoria's official website, starting today, local swimmers can dive into the cool waters of Peoria Pool, Centennial Pool, and Sunrise Pool until August 3, 2025. These aquatic havens are accessible Monday through Sunday, with session timing set to accommodate both daytime and evening swimmers.
Particularly hinting at a refreshing break from the scorching sun, the Peoria Pool, situated at 8501 W. Cholla St., and Sunrise Pool, at 21321 N. 86th Dr., offer extended hours into the cooler evenings. Centennial Pool, tucked away at 8081 W. Acoma Drive, invites the public for a dip during peak sunshine hours, giving families and individuals a spot to chill and splash around. For those who fancy uninterrupted access, seasonal passes for Peoria residents are priced at $45 individually and $150 for a family of up to six members.
Moving away from the bigger bodies of water, Peoria also boasts several splash pads. Notably free of charge, these wet play areas are open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. until mid-October. Locations such as Camino A Lago Park and Rio Vista Community Park are among the options listed on the city's website, providing an assorted mix of water features for the youngsters to enjoy.
It's not all play without programming—swim lessons are on the agenda, too. Priced at $28 per session for Peoria residents, these lessons aim to make summer both fun and fruitful. Keeping accessibility in mind, daily admission rates remain affordable, with children aged 2–17 paying $3, adults 18 and over pitched at $5, and toddlers under two sweeping in for free. For additional details on pool hours, lessons, or even just to register, one should visit the aforementioned City of Peoria's aquatics page.
