Alcester City Pool

05/28/2026

Swimming lesson dates are now available! Lessons are $40.00 per session, we also have private lessons available as well - inquire with our amazing lifeguard staff to get signed up OR you can find the sign-up sheet on the pool website at:

https://alcester.sdcity.gov/swimming-pool

Reminder we are open for business Monday June 1st. Adult only lap swim starts at 12:30 and pool opens to all at 1:00! Let the summer fun begin 😎

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

We’re only a few days away! Pool opening Monday June 1st!

05/07/2026

School is almost out for the year, and pool season is almost upon us! The plan is to be ready to open the pool on Monday June 1st! This year we will be changing our open hours to better accommodate swimmers. Lap swimming will be available for adults from 12:30-1:00 daily and the pool will be open to all starting at 1pm and close at 9pm Monday through Saturday and 1pm through 5pm on Sundays. Swimming lesson dates will be announced shortly before or after we open for the year. Swimming pool fees are listed in the attached image.

04/01/2026

🏃‍♂️🌳 READY… SET… REVITALIZE! 🌳🏃‍♀️

Alcester, it’s time to lace up those running shoes and hit the ground running for a great cause!

Join us for the 1st Annual Herb Anderson Hustle 5K on May 16th, 2026 at 10:00 AM, starting and finishing at the AHHS Track. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just out for a fun walk, there’s a place for everyone—including an optional 1-mile walk!

💚 This isn’t just a race—it’s a stride toward something bigger. Every step you take helps support the Herb Anderson Memorial Park Revitalization, creating a stronger, more vibrant space for our community to gather, play, and grow.

👟 $25 Entry | $10 for Kids (12 & Under)
📍 AHHS Track – 409 E 6th Street
🍔 Stick around after and swing by the Alcester Clubhouse Grille for specials!

🎟️ Register online today and be part of something meaningful!

Let’s rally together, Alcester—because great communities aren’t built sitting still.

02/25/2026

City of Alcester is still needing at least 2-3 lifeguards for this summer! If you or someone you know is interested, have them contact the Alcester City Office @ 605.934.2851 or stop in to fill out an application. 500 Dakota St

Now hiring for the 2026 season!! Apply at https://alcestercity.hireclick.com/jobboard/ or in person at the Alcester City Office

02/20/2026

We are still looking for several more lifeguards for this upcoming summer! Apply online or stop in the city office to fill out an application.

Now hiring for the 2026 season!! Apply at https://alcestercity.hireclick.com/jobboard/ or in person at the Alcester City Office

02/04/2026

Now hiring for the 2026 season!! Apply at https://alcestercity.hireclick.com/jobboard/ or in person at the Alcester City Office

08/13/2025

Thank you all for a great, albeit, shortened season. We will not be open this evening for public swim to allow our football athletes an evening to swim. We are appreciative of your patience this spring and we look forward to seeing you all again next year for a full season!

08/08/2025

☀️💦 SPLASH ALERT! 💦☀️
The last day of the Alcester City Pool season is coming up! Weather is looking warm these next few days. Join us Wednesday, August 13th for one final day of fun in the sun before we close for the summer! 🌊👙🩳

Come make a splash, soak up the sunshine, and say goodbye to another great pool season! 🏊‍♀️☀️💙

07/30/2025

We are hoping we will be able to reopen the pool tomorrow. Cleaning will continue today and if chemical balance is ok we will do our best to be open tomorrow. As for swimming lessons we will be rescheduling this week’s lessons to next week August 4-8.