Russell Sims Aquatic Center re-opens; hotspot for Memorial Day

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. –The Russell Sims Aquatic Center re-opened Sunday, May 30. Many families thought it would be the perfect place to spend their Memorial Day.

People of all ages can come enjoy the park’s 50-foot pool, splash playground, their two water slides and their diving boards.

The aquatic center’s hours are Sunday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Prices range from:

2 yrs. and under – $2

3 yrs. to 15 yrs. – $5

16 yrs. and over – $8

At the moment, the aquatic center is not offering season passes.

Currently the water park has 15 American Red Cross certified lifeguards, but they are in the process of hiring more. They are currently asking for lifeguard applications.

Capacity caps at 750 people until June 11 when almost all COVID-19 restrictions are lifted in Kentucky.

The water park is located at Preston Miller Park at 2303 Tomblinson Way.