With temperatures climbing, the City of Leesburg invites residents and visitors to cool off at the H.O. Dabney Leesburg Aquatic Center and the Venetian Gardens Splash Pad, now open for the spring and summer swim seasons.

At the Aquatic Center, open swim hours are underway, offering access for families and individuals looking to beat the Florida heat. Admission is $2 per person for general open swim and $4 for lap swim. The aquatic center offers both daily rates and season passes to make swimming convenient all season long.

The open swim schedule is as follows:

• Spring Weekends: March 22–May 25, Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Summer: May 31–August 10

  • Weekdays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • Weekends from 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Season passes are available for frequent swimmers:

• Individual Aquatic Pass: $100 (valid spring, summer and fall)

• Family Aquatic Pass: $200 for up to four family members, with an additional $40 per extra member

In addition, swim lessons are available for the summer season at $25 for residents and $40 for non-residents. Lap swim passes are available for $40, good for 14 visits. For more information, visit www.LeesburgFlorida.gov/activities.

The Leesburg Splash Pad is also open for families looking to cool off and enjoy some outdoor fun. Admission is $2.00 per person, with children 2 years old and under admitted free. Splash pad hours are:

• Spring Weekends: April–May, Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Summer: June–July, open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

For more information on the splash pad, visit www.leesburgflorida.gov/activities.