If you were planning to hit the new Pasco Aquatics Center as soon as school got out for the summer, you’re going to need to wait to put on your swimsuit. 

Officials are delaying the opening of the $40 million indoor and outdoor aquatics facility until June 27, two weeks later than originally scheduled.  

“While we could have still made (June 13) we want to make sure everything is right about the facility and be 100% sure we’re safe about it with training,” said Matt Watkins, executive director of the Pasco Public Facilities District, in a message to the Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business. 

He said there will be an open house on June 12 for the public to get a look inside the facility but without anyone being able to dive in. 

The Pasco PFD also recently approved pricing for passes to the facility as well as its hours once it opens. Watkins told the Journal that, as a result of the delayed opening, passes will be discounted 25% for this season once they are available for purchase. 

Construction of the aquatics facility began in spring 2025 and the project is being built in two phases. The first phase includes lap lanes, lazy river, children’s areas, water slides and many other amenities. Reservable party rooms also will be available. 

The second phase would add competitive swimming amenities. 

Pasco voters approved a 0.2% sales tax in 2022 to pay for the aquatics center, which collects 2 cents for every $10 spent in the city.