The Philly Pools Opening This Week
To quote Santana “Man, it’s a hot one. Like seven inches from the midday sun.” A hot week this week with every day hitting 90 degrees or above. There’s no better time to open up pools for the summer, and in Philly, that’s exactly what’s happening this week.
There are benefits to living in the suburbs, and benefits to living in the city. To each their own. One of the benefits of living in Philadelphia, is access to 60 public pools spread throughout the city. Where I live there are 5 different pools within walking distance of my house that we can frequent throughout the hot summer months to help stay cool. All offer free pool hours and even kids swim lessons each summer.
Despite a lifeguard shortage, all 60 of Philadelphia’s public pools are expected to open up this summer, and 25 of the 60 will open this week. “It takes months of preparation across City departments to get our beloved public pools ready for a summer of fun,” said Mayor Cherelle L. Parker. “I’m grateful in particular to all of the Parks & Rec staff who recruited and hired lifeguards and pool staff; painted and fixed pools; and ensured they are welcoming for deserving residents. Together, we will make Philadelphia the Safest, Cleanest and Greenest Big City in America, with Economic Opportunity for All.”
Philly Pool Hours
- Pool schedules and hours vary based on available staffing.
- All open pools offer public swim from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Additional public swim hours vary by site. Certain times are designated for swim lessons, swim team, adult swim and other specific groups.
Here’s The Schedule For Philly Pools Opening This Week:
Monday, June 17
- Chew Pool – 1800 Washington Ave., 19146
- Hunting Park Pool – 900 Hunting Park Ave., 19140
- Scanlon Pool – 1099 E. Tioga St., 19134
Tuesday, June 18
- Mitchell Pool – 3700 Whitehall Lane, 19114
- Penrose Pool – 1101 W. Susquehanna Ave., 19122
- Lederer (Fishtown) Pool — 1219-25 E Montgomery Ave., 19125
- Christy Pool – 728 S. 55th St., 19143
Wednesday, June 19
- Kendrick Pool – 5822-24 Ridge Ave., 19128
- Murphy Pool – 300 Shunk St., 19148
- Fox Chase Pool – 7901 Ridgeway St., 19111
- Lonnie Young Pool – 1100 E. Chelten Ave., 19138
Thursday, June 20
- Vogt Pool – 4131 Unruh Ave., 19135
- Cherashore Pool – 851-951 W. Olney Ave., 19141
- Houseman Pool– 5091 Summerdale Ave., 19124
Friday, June 21
- American Legion Pool – 6201 Torresdale Ave., 19135
- Shepard Pool – 5700 Haverford Ave., 19131
- Gathers Pool – 2501-19 W. Diamond St., 19121
Saturday, June 22
- Bridesburg Pool – 4625 Richmond St., 19137
- J. Finnegan Pool – 6801 Grovers Ave., 19142
- Barry Pool – 1800 Johnston St., 19145
- Samuel Pool – 3539 Gaul St., 19134
Sunday, June 23
- Lackman Pool – 1101 Bartlett St., 19115
- Sacks Pool – 400 Washington Ave., 19147
- Francisville Pool – 1737 Francis St., 19130
Don’t forget to bring a towel and lots of sunscreen!
Find the full schedule HERE, and keep an eye out for more openings. There are lots of spraygrounds too. Over 90 in Philadelphia. Find more info HERE.
