Waterparks to reopen this month

The three waterparks in Kelowna will reopen in the coming weeks.

City Park Waterpark and Ben Lee Waterpark will open Wednesday, June 17, and Quilchena Splash Park will open Monday, June 22. Waterparks are the final remaining outdoor space to reopen following numerous safety-related closures across the Okanagan in mid-March to help curb the spread of COVID-19.

“Much like playgrounds, we ask that parents help teach their kids about safe distancing and hand hygiene before visiting these parks,” said Doug Nicholas, Sport & Event Services Manager. “While we are pleased to be able to reopen waterparks and splash parks in time for summer, it’s important to remember to avoid overcrowding to ensure these spaces can stay open.”

Considerations when visiting waterparks and splash parks this season:

• As waterparks are not staffed, parents are asked to remain on site and supervise while children play at water or splash parks.
• Some amenities such as change rooms and slides will not be immediately available.
• Wash or sanitize hands before and after playing. Handwashing will be available in nearby washrooms.
• Stay home if you or anyone in your household is feeling unwell.
• Avoid crowding. If a waterpark or splash park is too busy, come back later or consider visiting a different park or beach. Use the Parks & Beaches map at kelowna.ca/parks to find over 200 parks and beaches across Kelowna.

Kelowna has three local waterparks:

• City Park Waterpark (1600 Abbott Street): opening June 17. Open daily from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Ben Lee Waterpark (900 Houghton Road): opening June 17. Open Wednesday until Sunday from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Quilchena Splash Park (347 Quilchena Drive): opening June 22. Open daily from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Waterparks in Kelowna typically remain open until early September. Hours of operation are subject to change depending on weather. For the latest hours and updates, visit kelowna.ca/waterparks.