09/01/2026
Reminder: The Kingsport Aquatic Center will undergo $1.5 million in infrastructure upgrades and guest improvements this month – a project aimed to secure the long-term future success of the facility.
As such, the Indoor Pools will close September 5th to be drained prior to the improvement project beginning.
The Outdoor Water Park will remain open through Labor Day (September 7) and then close for the improvement project. Locker rooms will not be available during the shutdown.
The Outdoor Lap Pool will be open 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday during the shutdown (except September 14). This schedule is subject to change and will be reevaluated weekly.
Southern Watershapes Inc., will be performing this improvement project for the city, which will include the following:
-Five pools will receive new plaster, updated tile, edge treatments, guttering improvements and new filtration components.
-Pump room upgrades will include replacement and updates to chlorine lines and related mechanical components.
-All main drains throughout the facility will receive new compliant drain covers.
-Indoor slide will receive a new gel coat finish and updated structural paint.
-Indoor splash pad spray features will receive updates and improvements.
-Outdoor leisure pool and play structure will receive updated paint and new plexiglass components.
The KAC plans to reopen the facility in January. A reopening update will be provided to the public in December.
We can't wait to get started on this incredible project so we can continue to offer the very best for our guests when we reopen!
