City of Bowling Green, Kentucky

All season pass holders are invited to a soft opening of the Russell Sims Aquatic Center on May 23rd before it ever opens to the public! Season Pass holders can enjoy the waterpark to themselves from 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. this day. Have YOU gotten your season passes yet?!?!

• Date: May 23rd 2025
• Time: 12:00p.m. - 6:00p.m.

On select Fridays throughout the 2025 season, we will be extending our twilight hours until 8:00 p.m.! Take advantage of discounted ticket prices on these days.

• Dates: June 6th, June 20th, July 11th, July 18th
• Time: 4:00pm - 8:00pm

On select Tuesdays throughout the 2025 season, we will be offering a Sensory and Adaptive Swim time for any individuals or families with children that may have intellectual and/physical disabilities. Admission to the waterpark during this time will be at the discounted twilight rate. These designated swim times will offer a less stimulating environment before the pool opens to the public. In addition, there will be opportunities to utilize some of the adaptive watersports equipment available through our partnership program between BGPR and Warren County Parks and Recreation.

• Days: Tuesdays
• Dates: June 10th, June 17th, June 24th, July 8th, July 15th, July 22nd, August 5th
• Time: 9:00am - 10:30am

Rubber Ducks and summer fun! Duncan Hines Days is our community's weeklong festival celebrating all things food, travel, fun, and Duncan Hines! This year we are bringing this fun to the Russell Sims Aquatic Center! This themed day will include fun activities in the water and on the pool deck, concession specials, rubber duck races down the slides, and more!

• Fee: $2/discount,except for except for children 2 and under.
• Date: June 3rd
• Time: 11:00am - 6:00pm

Mermaids! Pirates! OH MY! Come get your pixie dust, and then, you can fly! Join us as we set off on a Journey to Neverland at the Russell Sims Aquatic Center! This after-hours swim event will include a fun re-theme of the waterpark, activities on the pool deck, concessions will be open, and possibly some special guests! Come join the fun!

• Fee: $3/General Public Admission
  FREE to Season Pass Holders
• Date: June 17th
• Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Get ready for the ultimate after-hours summer bash at the Russell Sims Aquatic Center! Join us for a beach-themed celebration with fun activities, concession specials, and an unforgettable waterpark vibe! Whether you’re lounging by the pool, riding the slides, or enjoying out tasty treats. This event is packed with fun for the whole family! Come dressed in your best beach attire and get ready to soak up the summer vibes!

• Dates: July 10th
• Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm