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Cannonball Season: Dive Into Fort Collins’ Best Pools 💦
From lazy rivers to lap lanes, here’s where to cool off around town this summer.
💧 Dive Into Summer: Fort Collins Pools Worth Splashing Into

Hey FoCo,
When the temps rise, Fort Collins knows exactly what to do—head to the pool. From splash pads for the kiddos to lap lanes for early risers, the city’s aquatic scene is stacked with options. Whether you’re a cannonball pro or more of a lazy river lounger, we’ve rounded up the best spots to soak up the summer.

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💧 Dive Into Summer: Fort Collins Pools Worth Splashing Into

Nothing beats the Colorado heat like a good old-fashioned pool day—and lucky for us, Fort Collins has no shortage of splash zones. Whether you’re looking for waterslides, lap lanes, or toddler-friendly features, there’s a pool for every kind of swimmer.
Here are your top spots to cool off:
🌀 City Park Pool
📍 Mulberry & City Park Drive
🌳 Outdoor water park vibes right next to Sheldon Lake. Waterslides, lazy river, and a splash pad for the littles.
🎟️ $4–$6 admission | Open daily through Sept 7
🕒 Hours vary—see full schedule here
🏊 Mulberry Pool
📍 Near Downtown
🌊 Indoor year-round pool with a kid-friendly play area, lap lanes, and birthday party cred.
Perfect for rainy days or early swim sessions.
⛸️ EPIC (Edora Pool Ice Center)
📍 Lemay & Riverside
💦 Fort Collins’ biggest indoor aquatics hub with lap swimming, swim teams, lessons—and yep, an ice rink too.
Home to CSU’s water polo and local figure skating clubs.
☀️ Pro tip: Pack snacks, sunscreen, and maybe a pool noodle or two—because once you’re in the water, you won’t want to leave.

🗓 What’s Happenin’ in Fort Collins: Event Listings
📅 Monday, July 28 🎙️ New Material Night! (recurring Monday) 📍 The Comedy Fort | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎶 Open Mic at The Lyric (recurring Monday) 📍 The Lyric | ⏰ 6:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎲 Beer & Bingo (recurring Monday) 📍 Maxline Brewing | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🧠 Weekly Trivia with Geeks Who Drink (recurring Monday) 📍 Slyce Pizza Co. | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎵 Karaoke Club📍 1209 N College Ave | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed | 📅 Tuesday, July 29 🎤 Open Mic Night (recurring Tuesday) 📍 Horsetooth Tavern | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎲 Bingo with Jason (recurring Tuesday) 📍 Peculier Brewing | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎲 Weekly Bingo (recurring Tuesday) 📍 Slyce Pizza Co. | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 📅 Line Dancing on the Lawn📍 215 E. Foothills Parkway, Outdoor Plaza | ⏰ 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed ⚡ Fort Collins Foxes Baseball Game📍 211 S Bryan Ave | ⏰ 6:05 PM to 9:05 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 📅 Bard Night!📍 7 Old Town Square, Suite 100, Fort Collins, CO 80524 | ⏰ Time TBD | 🎟️ Ticketed |
Want more? See the full calendar → Fort Collins Event Calendar

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🏖️ Soak It All In
Pool season doesn’t last forever—so grab your towel, sunscreen, and favorite floaty, and make a splash while you can. Whether you’re cooling off with the family at City Park Pool or sneaking in laps at EPIC, Fort Collins has your summer swim game covered. Stay safe, stay hydrated, and we’ll see you in the deep end.
🎃Trivia Answer: B) ✅ 4,773 acres
That’s a whole lotta space for books, bikes, and…bull riding? (Looking at you, Canvas Stadium.)
—Your What’s Happenin’ Crew ☀️🍹
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