Aquatic Centers & Spraygrounds

Water Conservation Notice

In support of Central Iowa Water Works’ request to reduce water usage due to elevated nitrate levels, we are taking proactive steps to cut back. Starting May 29, American Legion Park Sprayground will be open from 11 am–7 pm daily. This is a voluntary step to help protect our water supply, and we greatly appreciate your understanding. We apologize for the inconvenience.

July 4th Aquatic Centers Discounted Admission

Cool off with us on July 4th! We are reducing aquatic center admission to only $4.00 per person. Pool passes are accepted for this event.

Locations & Hours on Saturday, July 4, 2026:

Holiday Aquatic Center: 11:30 am – 5:30 pm
Valley View Aquatic Center: 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Dive into summer fun at West Des Moines’ premier aquatic facilities! Whether you're looking to relax at the Holiday Aquatic Center or seeking the competitive features of the Valley View Aquatic Center, our parks offer high-quality amenities for swimmers of all ages. From seasonal passes and swimming lessons to family nights and private rentals, we provide a safe and vibrant environment for the community to stay cool and active.

Hours of Operation

Holiday Aquatic Center

1701 Railroad Avenue | 515-273-0700

Open Swim: Daily, 11:30 am – 5:30 pm
Family Night: Fridays, 6:30 pm – 8 pm ($15/family)
Private Rentals: Saturdays, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Valley View Aquatic Center

255 81st Street | 515-273-0700

Open Swim: Sun – Fri, 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Evening Swim: Sun – Fri, 6:30 pm – 8 pm (Half-price)
Family Night: Sun & Wed, 6:30 pm – 8 pm ($15/family)
Lap Swim & Walking: Sun – Fri, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm ($5)
Saturday Swim: 12:30 pm – 6 pm

Daily Admission Rates

Holiday Aquatic Center

Enjoy affordable daily fun at Holiday Park! These rates are for a single day of swimming.

Age Group	Daily Fee
Ages 2 and Under	$2.00
Ages 3 to 54	$7.00
Ages 55 and Older	$5.00

Best for: Families and younger children.

Valley View Aquatic Center

Visit our premier facility with competitive and leisure features. Rates are for a single day entry.

Age Group	Daily Fee
Ages 2 and Under	$2.00
Ages 3 to 54	$9.00
Ages 55 and Older	$7.00

Best for: Waterslides, lap swimming, and the lazy river.

Pool Text Alerts

Season Pass Rates

2026 Season Pass Rates

WDM Residents

Single Pass: $60
($54 with early discount)
Additional Person: $60
($54 with early discount)

Non-Residents

Single Pass: $90
($81 with early discount)
Additional Person: $90
($81 with early discount)

Early Discount: Prices in parentheses are valid through March 31. Reduced-rate passes for qualifying residents are available through Human Services.

Purchase Your Season Pass

2026 Season Passes

Available starting December 1.

Access Recreation Account

Information & Pickup

Infant Passes: Ages 2 & under are free but require an Infant Pass ID.
Photo IDs: Upload by May 15 to receive cards by mail.
In-Person Pickup: Starting May 16 at City Hall or Valley Junction Activity Center.

How to Purchase

Need more help?
Call us at 515-222-3444.

Swim Lessons

Whether you're beginning anew or refining your strokes, our American Red Cross classes help swimmers of all ages develop good habits and become stronger, safer swimmers.

Holiday (M-Th)	Valley View (T-F)
S1: June 8 - 18	S1: June 9 - 19
S2: June 22 - July 2	S2: July 7 - 17
S3: July 13 - 23	S3: July 21 - 31
S4: July 27 - Aug 6	—

Level Placement

Use the following questionnaires to help determine which level to enroll your child in:

Ages 3 - 4 Questionnaire Ages 5+ Questionnaire

Classes Offered

Parent & Me: Explore water together (Ages 1-3)
Pre-School 1: Water Exploration (Ages 3-4)
Pre-School 2: Water Navigation (Ages 3-4)
Level 1: Intro to Water Skills (Ages 5+)
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills (Ages 5+)
Level 3 - 5: Stroke Development, Improvement & Refinement
Adult Lessons: Learn or improve skills (Ages 16+)

Birthday Parties, Rentals & Large Groups

Birthday Parties

Celebrate at Valley View or Holiday Aquatic Center!

Reserved space for 2 hours
Admission for your group + 2 adults
Concession gift cards for each guest
Exclusive slide access during breaks

Facility	10 Guests	Extra
Holiday	$150	$15
Valley View	$200	$20

Book Birthday Party

Private Pool Rentals

Perfect for businesses, churches, or youth groups. Available Saturdays (June–Aug), 6:30 – 8:30 pm.

Area	Holiday	Valley View
Full Facility	$900	$1,500
Lazy River	N/A	$750
Leisure Pool	N/A	$500
Lap Pool	N/A	$450

Call to Rent Pool

Large Group Reservations

Required for groups of 20 or more.

Holiday Max: 120 | Valley View Max: 200
No payment due at booking
Group Policies
How to Reserve Guide

Reserve for Large Group

Pool Rules

Weather Policy

Weather & Closing Policy

We may close our aquatic centers early or cancel programs for the following reasons:

Cold Weather: The air temperature is below 70°F.
Low Attendance: Fewer than 25 guests at Holiday or 50 guests at Valley View for over an hour.
Severe Weather: Rain, lightning, or other dangerous weather conditions.

Stay Updated:

Check our Facebook page for live updates.

Call the Aquatics Information line at 515-273-0700.

Free Sunscreen

American Legion Park Sprayground

Water Conservation Notice

Cool off this summer at the American Legion Park Sprayground! This neighborhood favorite offers a fun way for families to enjoy the outdoors. To help us conserve water and keep kids moving, the fountain runs on a timer system.

How to Play

To start the water, simply push the arrow in the center of the pedestal with one finger.

The water will run for a random cycle of 2 to 8 minutes.
Once it stops, just push the button again to start a new cycle!
Note: The button is designed to be firm to ensure parental supervision and prevent the water from running when no one is playing.

Hours of Operation

Days	Time	Season
Monday–Sunday	10:00 am– 7:00 pm	Memorial Day to Labor Day

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