The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center (RBAC) is marking its 35th year of service to the Pasadena community with special celebration events on June 16. The nonprofit has planned commemorative activities designed to engage community members and highlight the center’s long-standing commitment to aquatic programs.
Community members can start the day with a special Anniversary Community Coffee from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. A free Anniversary Water Fitness class called “Cheers to 35 Years” will take place at 1:35 p.m. in the Recreation Pool deep end. Those interested in participating must register in advance through the center’s website.
The center recently announced extended weekend summer hours, with the facility now remaining open until 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays starting June 7.
Visitors should note several upcoming facility closures related nearby Rose Bowl events. The center will be completely closed on Sunday, June 15, with early closures at 3 p.m. on June 17, 19, and 25. Additional modified hours include a 1 p.m. closure on June 21 and split hours on June 23 (5:30 a.m.-8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.-9 p.m.).
In other RBAC news, the center recently hosted the swimming events for the 2025 Pasadena Senior Games.
The center is celebrating staff achievements as well, with Coach Mike Gonzales recently bringing home a Bronze Medal from the PanAm Aquatic Water Polo Championships with the USA Cadet boys team, including a big win against host Colombia.
Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, 360 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103. www.rosebowlaquatics.org.
