The Bloomington Parks & Recreation Department operates two outdoor swimming pools, paddleboat operations, and four splashpads. 

 Both pools are closed for the season.

O'Neil Aquatics Center hours can be found here. 

To purchase your pool pass, please click here or click on the "Register" button above and then drop down to "Memberships"

O’Neil Aquatics Center

Located at O'Neil Park
1515 W. Chestnut St.
309-434-2270

O'Neil Aquatics Center features a zero-depth leisure pool with spray features and play equipment with water slides that are fun for ages 5 & under. The Leisure Pool goes to 3.5ft deep and has two bench in-water seating areas. There is a lazy river and 30ft tall twisting slide attached to the leisure pool. The separate Lap Pool features an 8-lane, 25-yard pool with deep end and 2 (1-meter and 3-meter) diving boards. The facility has a concession stand with eating area.

Holiday Pool

Located at Holiday Park
800 S. McGregor St.
309-434-2253

Holiday Pool features a zero depth children’s pool with spray features that are fun for ages 5 & under. It also has a small waterslide. The main pool features a 6-lane, 25-meter pool with deep end and waterslide. The facility has a concession area with vending machines along with a grassy recreational area. The newest addition to Holiday Pool is a rentable Party Patio in the back area off the pool deck.

Aquatics Season Pool Pass Fee Assistance

Assistance Reduced Fee Policy and Procedure for Aquatics Season Pool Pass.

• The department of Parks & Recreation will allocate up to $5,000.00 annually for fee reductions. Fee reductions will be distributed on a first come, first-serve basis. If funds are depleted prior to the end of that fiscal year (May 1 - April 30) the reduced fee program will be complete for that year.
• Reduced fees will be limited to Aquatics Season Pool Passes at a 50% fee reduction of the full-price fee, not applicable to pre-season special.
• Reduced fees will only be available to those age of 3-18.
• The Director, or Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation will make a final decision if issues or questions arise.
• Reduced fee applications will be accepted annually starting May 1st . Applicants will be notified of a decision within 7 days of the Parks & Recreation department receiving the completed application and all required supporting documentation.

Reduced Fee Eligibility Criteria

For applicants to be eligible for reduced fees, the following requirements must be met:

1. Total family income does not exceed 185% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

2. Individuals must reside within the corporate city limits of Bloomington. Proof of residency is required. (ie. - current monthly bill with address).

3. Applicants must provide income documentation. Individuals receiving Public Aid must submit an official public aid form listing public aid income received and all members who are eligible. Individuals not receiving public aid, but who are able to document a hardship case can submit income tax returns, social security assistance, recent pay slips or any other document that will show a record of the family’s annual income. Applicants are guaranteed that their personal finances will not be discussed outside the department. It is the primary responsibility of the Department to maintain a level of privacy about the applicants’ financial status.

4. Applicants must provide a completed application, along with their income and residency documentation.

5. Applicant must have a ActiveNet account with the City of Bloomington Parks & Recreation Department.

6. Upon approval, payment in full is due within 14 days. Passes will not be issued until payment in full is received. 

Find the Application here

Application may also be picked up at The Hub, 115 E. Washington Street, Suite 103.

If you have any questions regarding the Fee Assistance Program, please contact the Parks and Recreation Administrative Office at (309) 434-2260. 

Reduced fee assistance is limited by existing funds on a first-come, first-serve basis to City of Bloomington residents. 

Miller Park Paddleboats 

Located at Miller Park
1020 S. Morris Ave.

The Miller Park Paddle Boats are located inside Miller Park. Paddle boats are a great way for some family weekend summer fun! Take part in this excellent opportunity for family time, spending the day in the park, group outings or any special occasion for exercise and fun. Boats are rented per half hour. Those under 13 years must be accompanied by an adult and all riders will be required to wear a lifejacket.

Splashpads

Free splashpads are located at four (4) different parks:

• Miller Park (1020 S. Morris Ave.)
• Tipton Park (2201 Stone Mountain Blvd.)
• McGraw Park (3202 Cornelius Dr.)
• O'Neil Park (1515 W. Chestnut St.)

Splashpads offer family fun with the extended season! Splashpads offer a variety of spray features for all ages and abilities. Some spray features are activated when a sensor is touched.