Seattle Parks and Recreation will join other public and private aquatic facilities throughout Washington to celebrate the annual April Pools Day on Saturday, April 19, 2025 (*additional event dates listed below).
Make this summer a safe one! Learn important water safety skills, enjoy free swims, and play games and win prizes!
This is a great opportunity to teach your family about water safety while having fun. April Pools Day water safety topics will include:
- Preventing open water drowning
- Lifejacket use and promotion
- Cold water awareness
- Basic water rescue for children
Don’t miss this chance to get ready for the fishing and boating season by participating in April Pools Day at your local Seattle Parks and Recreation swimming pool.
Events and activities vary by pool locations. See table below for information.
| Pool | Date | Time |
| *Ballard Pool | *Sunday, April 27 | 1-2 p.m. |
| Evans Pool | Saturday, April 19 | 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. |
| Helene Madison Pool | Saturday, April 19 | 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. |
| Medgar Evers Pool | Saturday, April 19 | 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. |
| *Meadowbrook Pool | *Saturday, April 12 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. |
| Queen Anne Pool | Saturday, April 19 | 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. |
| *Rainier Beach Pool | *Sunday, April 20 | 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. |
| Southwest Pool | Saturday, April 19 | 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. |
