Pricing
Below are the standard admission fees for the Russell Sims Aquatic Center.
Daily Fees
| Type |
Price |
Web Checkout |
| General Admission (16+) |
$10 |
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| Youth (3-15) |
$8 |
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| Child (2 years and under)* |
$3* |
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| Military Personnel (must show ID) |
$5 |
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| City Employee |
$5 |
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| Twilight Fees (after 4:00pm)** |
$2 off |
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* Children not potty trained will receive a free swim diaper
** Does not apply to children (2 years and under)
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Party Package
The party package includes admission for up to 8 youth (15 years and under) and 2 adult guests (16+) and costs $125 at the time of registration.
Additional cost per person:
Parties include:
- Entrance into water park
- 1 slice of pepperoni pizza (OR) 1 slice of cheese pizza, (OR) 1 hot dog
- 1 drink per person
- Plates
- Napkins
- Plasticware
- Designated space for party
Party guest list due by the day of the party. Individuals not on the guest list will be charged regular admission. Guests are allowed to bring their own cake and ice cream.
Party packages can be purchased at Russell Sims Aquatic Center, 2303 Tomblinson Way (during the waterpark season), Bowling Green Parks & Recreation, 225 East Third Avenue or made online. To make a Party Package Reservation online visit the following link:
Party Packages Reservation
Group Rates
Group rates are great for church functions, family reunions, and company picnics. If you are interested in renting the waterpark for your next group event, please review our Group Rate Form.
Group Rate Request Link
Prepaid Group Sales
Purchased tickets that are unused can be used any day during current season. Tickets are good for one time use.
| Number of Guests in Group |
Adults (16+) |
Youth (3-15) |
Babies (2 & Under) |
| 15-49 |
$9 |
$7 |
$3 |
Unannounced Group Sales
Group discounts are available at the waterpark for groups of 15 people or more. The discount is $1 off regular admission, per person for adults, youth, seniors, and children. There is no discount for babies. Payment is due at the time of entry.
Season Passes
Season Passes can be purchased at Bowling Green Parks & Recreation, 225 East Third Avenue, Monday thru Friday from 7:30 am - 5:00 pm or online with WebTrac.
Russell Sims Aquatic Center: Season Passes
| Pass Type |
Early Bird Sale – Ends April 13th, 2026 |
AFTER April 13th, 2026 |
DISCOUNT PRICE AFTER July 8th, 2026 |
| Individual |
$100 |
$110 |
$55 |
| Family (includes up to 4 members) |
$215 |
$240 |
$112.50 |
| Additional family members (over 4) |
$50 each |
$50 each |
$50 each |
Season Pass Incentives
- One free month's membership to BGPR Fitness Facility
- Early entry into the park (5 minutes before the public)
- Private swim times once per month (June, July, and; August)
- The card scanning system gets you inside quickly
- No weather worries
- Total choice on when and how long you visit
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