The Nelson Center pool is a seasonal outdoor aquatic facility that is open during the summer months between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day weekend. Supervised by professionally trained lifeguard staff, Nelson Center Pool features as a twisted flume slide and separate kiddy pool that will keep your kids coming back time and time again. Nelson Center Pool also features a full service concession stand and locker rooms.
Looking for a rewarding job this summer? Join our Lifeguard Training Program and gain life-saving skills, including CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, while preparing for an impactful role at our pools!
Hours
Open Daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 11am to 5pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 11am to 7pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11am to 6pm
**🏊♂️ Heads up, swimmers! 🏊♀️**
The Nelson Center Pool will be closed during normal public swim hours for the Capital City Classic Swim Meet, June 6-8 - but don't worry, we've made room in the schedule for YOU to still jump in!
💦 SPECIAL SWIM HOURS 💦
📅 Tuesday, June 3: 11 AM – 8 PM
📅 Thursday, June 5: 11 AM – 8 PM
📅 Friday, June 6
• Master Swim: 6 AM – 7:30 AM
• Lap Swim: 7:30 AM – 9 AM
❌ No public swim
📅 Saturday, June 7: 5 PM – 8 PM
📅 Sunday, June 8: 5 PM – 8 PM
❌ No Master Swim on Sunday
📍 Nelson Center Pool | 1601 N 5th St.
📞 For more info: 217-753-2800
💙 Thanks for your understanding and support as we host this exciting event! See you at the pool!
Sensory Friendly Initiatives
The Springfield Park District Nelson Center is a certified Sensory Inclusive Venue through KultureCity. This means that our staff has undergone training on how to assist and accommodate guests with sensory needs at our facility.
What is Sensory Friendly at the Nelson Center?
The Springfield Park District Nelson Center has partnered with KultureCity® to enhance our ability to assist and accommodate guests with sensory needs. Our goal is to provide an inclusive experience for all guests who visit our facility. We strive to raise awareness of the needs and challenges faced by individuals with sensory processing needs by suppling our staff with annual training and by offering resources and accommodations to our guests.
KultureCity® Sensory bags
KultureCity® Sensory bags containing special badges, fidget tools, sunglasses, communication card, and noise-canceling headphones are available for checkout (at no cost by leaving an ID) at our Guest Services Desk located at the Skate Rental Shop in Rink 2 and Welcome Desk in Rink 1.
Weighted Lap Pads
Weighted lap pads are available upon request (at no cost by leaving an ID) at the Skate Rental Shop in Rink 2 and Welcome Desk in Rink 1 or by speaking to a staff member.
Quiet Areas
Quiet areas are located throughout the facility and are marked by signage.
Social Story and KultureCity® App
Download the KultureCity® App to get your social story to help you further with your visit to the Springfield Park District Nelson Center.
Admission
DAILY ADMISSION
Children 12 and Under*: $5.25
Adult: $6.00
Adult Lap: $5.25
*prices subject to change, please check our Online Registration portal in Summer Pool Season to confirm current pool ticket rates. Won't appear unless it's May 25 - Aug 15
LEARN MORE
Activities
For a list of activities held at the Nelson Center Pool, please click the button below.
ACTIVITIES
Birthday Parties
For a list birthday parties held at the Nelson Center Pool, please click the button below.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES