Outdoor pools open for the season beginning Friday, June 5, 2026
Make a splash this summer at the City of Saskatoon’s four outdoor pools! The outdoor pools open for the season on the following dates:
- Riversdale Pool (822 Ave H S) on Friday, June 5
- Lathey Pool (815 Taylor St E) on Thursday, June 11
- Mayfair Pool (1025 Ave F N) on Monday, June 15
- George Ward Pool (1915 5th St E) on Wednesday, June 17
With a drop-in admission, enjoy amenities such as waterslides, springboards, spray features, sports courts and lawn areas. Children under six years of age are admitted free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Patrons not swimming are still required to pay admission.
Programs run at set times. Check the drop-in schedule at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca for the program availability.
Drop-in Programs:
- Public Swim – George Ward, Lathey, Mayfair, Riversdale
- Family Swim – George Ward, Riversdale
- Parent Splash Time (for children 5 & under) – Riversdale
- Lane Swim – George Ward, Riversdale
- Aqua Fitness – George Ward (drop-in reserve), Riversdale
- Baby & Me Aqua Fitness – Riversdale
Note: Aqua Fitness at George Ward Pool requires a reservation due to limited space and equipment. Reserve a spot online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca or by calling George Ward pool.
New this summer, from July 2 to August 12, Riversdale Pool will host a Youth Centre in the park space outside the entrance. The Centre will be open Monday to Thursday from 12:30–7:45 p.m. and Friday: 1:30–5:15 p.m. Youth ages 12–16 are invited to drop in and enjoy sports, games, music, and time with friends. The program is free to attend, with activities shaped around what matters most to youth in our community.
Discount Alert! Bulk Tickets are available for the outdoor pools. This popular admission option offers 10 outdoor pool passes at a discounted price. A LeisureCard also provides admission to the outdoor pools.
All four outdoor pools will once again offer a Weekday Swim Special. Pay an admission of $1.55/person, Monday to Thursday from 6 p.m. until close.
Swimming lessons are offered in July and August. Class options are listed in the Spring /Summer Leisure Guide, available at any leisure facility or online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide. Register online by logging into your Leisure Online account or calling or visiting any Leisure Centre.
Dive into community fun with free admission days being offered on the following days:
- Lathey Pool – Friday, July 3
- Mayfair Pool – Wednesday, July 8
- George Ward Pool – Thursday, August 20
- Riversdale Pool – Tuesday, August 25
Outdoor pools will be cleared immediately if thunder &/or lightning occurs and will close if the temperature is 14 degrees or lower, or during steady rain conditions. Sign up for Service Alerts at www.saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @YXEServiceAlerts on X for immediate updates.
For more information on outdoor pools, visit saskatoon.ca/outdoorpools.