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Somerville Pools Open; Water Features Now On

Dilboy Pool opening Saturday, June 20; Ginny Smithers Pool opening Monday, June 22. Splash pads open daily 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

As summer heat arrives, the City of Somerville is making it easier to cool off, with all City splash pads now running for the season and pools opening.

Splash Pads

All City splash pads are currently open for the summer season. Water sprays run daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and are on timers that stop for 20 minutes between cycles.

View a map of all splash pad and water fountain locations on somervillema.gov/pools.  

Community Pools

Somerville residents have several community pool options for the summer season. 

Stay up to date on the latest information on somervillema.gov/pools and by following @somervillerecreation on Instagram or @SomervilleRec on Facebook.

Dilboy Pool

  • Opens: Saturday, June 20
  • Admission: Free
  • Regular hours: Daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 
  • Lap swim: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 to 11 a.m. 
  • Full schedule and fee information is available at bit.ly/dilboypool

Ginny Smithers Pool

  • Opens: Monday, June 22
  • Admission: Memberships and day passes are available, and fees vary by residency and swim type.
  • Full schedule and fee information is available at bit.ly/ginnysmithers

Latta Brothers Memorial Pool at Foss Park*

  • Opens: Saturday, June 20
  • Admission: Free for State residents

*Latta Pool is a state-owned pool managed and operated by the Commonwealth. More information is available at mass.gov/swimming

Have questions about Dilboy or Ginny Smithers pools? Email aquatics@somervillema.gov.

Stay Safe in the Heat

During hot weather, residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen, take breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.

For the latest information on staying cool in Somerville, visit somervillema.gov/keepcool.


Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or ADA@somervillema.gov

If you need assistance understanding this information, please contact us at languageaccess@somervillema.gov or call 311 (617-666-3311). The City of Somerville can provide you with an interpreter for free.

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