McPherson Water Park shifts to end-of-summer hours
Reduced schedule begins as student staff prepare for upcoming school year
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Become a subscriberThe McPherson Water Park will shift to end-of-summer hours as its student staff prepare to return to school.
The adjusted schedule will take effect Wednesday, July 29, as summer break winds down in the community. City officials said the change is necessary because many of the park's staff members are preparing to return to school in August.
Beginning July 29, 2026, the Water Park will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. daily, with lap swimming and water walking times still available as usual. The splash pad, weather permitting, will continue running from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Like many municipal pools, the water park relies heavily on student workers to fill lifeguard and facility attendant positions, prompting the annual late-summer reduction in hours as those employees gear up for the school year.
The last day for public swimming at the water park will be Aug. 9, 2026. After the pool closes for the season, the annual Pooch Plunge, benefiting Bremyer Dog Park, will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, allowing dogs to take a final dip before the water park shuts down completely for the year.
Even after the pool closes for the season, the splash pad will remain open through Sept. 1, giving residents more chances to cool off as summer ends.
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