Kenosha’s Outdoor Pools and Splash Pads Now Open for Summer

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KENOSHA, Wis. — The City of Kenosha has officially opened its two outdoor swimming pools for the 2025 summer season, welcoming residents and visitors to enjoy affordable and family-friendly water recreation.

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Both Washington Park Pool (1821 Washington Road) and Anderson Park Pool (8730 22nd Ave.) are now open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. The pools will be closed on Mondays and on Independence Day, July 4.

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Washington Park Pool features a zero-depth entry pool with interactive water features, a 200-foot waterslide, a drop slide, a diving board, deck chairs, and umbrella tables. Anderson Park Pool offers a large main pool, a separate tot pool with a small children’s slide, two full-size water slides, a diving board, splash pad, lockers, and shaded seating.

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Daily admission is $6 for individuals ages 3 and up, and $5 for seniors 60 and older. Non-swimming adults may enter for $3. Children age 2 and under are admitted free with a paid adult. Discount swim coupons are available for $25 and are good for five visits.

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U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets are allowed at both pools, and rentals are available for $2 for children up to 50 pounds. However, life jackets are not permitted on the waterslides.

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Season passes can be purchased in person at Washington Municipal Golf Course (2205 Washington Road) or online at kenosha-parks.form.transform.civicplus.com.

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Kenosha’s splash pads are also open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., providing a free alternative for families to cool off. Locations include:

Anderson Park Pool (8730 22nd Ave.)
Southport Marina Park (5707 Third Ave.)
Horizon Park (6598 112th Ave.)
Schulte Park (4400 87th Place)

The splash pad at Roosevelt Park is currently closed for maintenance.

For more information, contact the City of Kenosha Department of Parks at 262-653-4080 or parks@kenosha.org.

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Kevin Mathewson

Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

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Anonymous says:

June 17, 2025 at 9:28 PM

finally, the coloreds can take a bath. can you imagine how dirty that water becomes

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  June 20, 2025 at 12:55 AM
  
  Maybe it would be better if we just unleashed the fire hoses on them instead?
  
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Disappointed in my neighbors daily says:

June 18, 2025 at 2:17 PM

What are these comments on a story about community pools opening?!? Are you actually so racist you can’t look at a community pool without thinking about your hate. What a miserable life.

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  June 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM
  
  I’ve seen some things
  
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