Cravens Pool reopening on Friday

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Owensboro Parks and Recreation has announced the completion of renovations at Cravens Pool, with a grand opening event set for September 20.

Officials say the celebration kicks off with a ribbon cutting at 11:00 a.m., followed by a public swim. The pool’s new features include a multi-level play structure, a water table, a water curtain and three cascading buckets, along with an aqua zip and a floating octopus. Additionally, the updated space offers shaded areas both on the deck and in the pool.

Owensboro Parks and Recreation says attendees at the grand opening will have the chance to enter a drawing for prizes including:

• A season swim pass for 2025
• 50% off a Cravens Pool Rental for 2025
• A free swim lesson at either pool

Officials say the first 100 attendees will receive free admission. Cravens Pool will be open on select days through the end of the season with updated hours based on weather and staffing.

• Tuesday and Wednesday: 4 to 7 p.m.
• Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.

A spokesperson for Owensboro Parks and Recreation says, “Owensboro Parks and Recreation looks forward to welcoming the community back to experience all the new features Cravens Pool has to offer! Closing day will be announced later depending on weather conditions and staff availability.”

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