Welcome to the Palm Desert
Aquatic Center
Splash into year-round fun at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center featuring three pools, multiple slides, diving boards, and a variety of play features, designed to delight water lovers of all ages. All or part of the 8-acre facility can be rented for private parties, corporate events, swimming competitions, and other special occasions. Located in Palm Desert’s Civic Center Park, the Aquatic Center is owned by the City of Palm Desert and operated by the Family YMCA of the Desert.
Upcoming Closures/Holiday Hours
Spring Break: OPEN for Rec. Swim
March 29th & April 8th 10:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
March 30th – April 7th 10:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Memorial Day: OPEN
6:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Lap Swim
10:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Rec. Swim
Juneteenth: OPEN
6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Lap Swim
11:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Rec. Swim
4th of July: OPEN
12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Lap Swim
12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Rec. Swim
Enjoy Great Movies Under
the Stars and In the Pool!
Sponsored by Family YMCA of the Desert.
Gates open at 7:30pm, movie starts at sundown.
Dive In Movies Series Info
Where: Palm Desert Aquatic Center, 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive, Palm Desert.
Contact: (760) 565-7467
Cost: Tickets are $8 per person, with no charge for children under 2 years old. Tickets can now be pre-purchased at the front desk window at PDAC, or at the time of event until sold out.
More Information: Select pool areas will be open, and slides will be open from 7:30 to 8 p.m. only. Food trucks will be on site selling snacks and treats. With limited seating poolside, guests are encouraged to bring towels for the grass areas. No outside chairs/furniture, food or beverages are allowed (except bottled water in plastic containers).
