Pima County is plunging into summer early: county-operated pools will open this Saturday, May 23, with daily recreational swim admission waived at all County aquatic facilities, county officials announced Thursday. The move gives Tucson residents an immediate, free way to cool off — and comes ahead of Tucson city pools, which are not scheduled to open until May 31 and are wrestling with at least one temporary closure.
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Pima County Parks & Recreation said it will operate nine public pools and two splash pads for the 2026 season. “We are thrilled to welcome the community back to our pools for another fun‑filled summer,” said Grant Bourguet, the County’s recreation superintendent. He urged swimmers to “stay safe, drink plenty of water, take regular breaks, reapply sunscreen often, and most importantly, have fun!”…