Winona Park & Recreation

08/24/2026

The Bob Welch Aquatic Center is closed for the 2026 Summer Season.

Thank you for a great summer and see you next summer at the pool!

08/22/2026

Ever wondered what lifeguard training or skills are like to learn? Join us at the Aquatic Center between 3 and 4pm for some water safety skills and to see what training/skills it takes to be a lifeguard!

08/22/2026

Stop by the Bob Welch Aquatic Center today for fun games, activities and some prizes!

Aqua Zumba starts at 1pm!

Schedule of Events
12:00 PM — Enjoy top hits from the past 3.5 decades playing all day long!
12:15 PM – 12:55 PM — Staff-Led Contests (Cannonball, bellyflop & more with prizes!)
1:10 PM – 1:55 PM — Aqua Zumba
2:10 PM – 2:55 PM — Staff-Led Contests (Cannonball, bellyflop & more with prizes!) & Log Rolling
3:10 PM – 3:55 PM — A Day in the Life of a BWAC Lifeguard/ Water Safety Contests
4:10 PM – 4:55 PM — Relay Races (Prizes for the winners!)
5:10 PM – 5:55 PM — Log Rolling
6:10 PM – 6:55 PM — Staff-Led Contests (Cannonball, bellyflop & more with prizes!)

08/22/2026

We are hiring Lifeguards & Swim Instructors

For details and to apply, please visit: https://www.winonamn.gov/Jobs.aspx

08/21/2026

The wait is almost over! Tomorrow, we celebrate 35 years of splashes, sunshine, and summer fun at the Bob Welch Aquatic Center!

Schedule of Events

12:00 PM — Doors Open (Normal admission rates apply) | Enjoy top hits from the past 3.5 decades playing all day long!

12:15 PM – 12:55 PM — Staff-Led Contests (Cannonball, bellyflop & more with prizes!)

1:10 PM – 1:55 PM — Aqua Zumba

2:10 PM – 2:55 PM — Log Rolling

3:10 PM – 3:55 PM — Water Safety Skills

4:10 PM – 4:55 PM — A Day in the Life of a BWAC Lifeguard

5:10 PM – 5:55 PM — Relay Races (Prizes for the winners!)

08/21/2026

We are officially two days away from celebrating 35 years of splashes, sunshine, and summer fun at the Bob Welch Aquatic Center!

Schedule Preview & Event Highlights

Throwback Soundtrack: Groove to the top hits from across the past 3.5 decades playing poolside all day long!

Contests & Relays: Get ready to show off your best cannonball or team up for relay races to win awesome prizes!

Interactive Demos: Try your hand at log rolling, jump into Aqua Zumba, or catch a glimpse of a day in the life of a BWAC lifeguard.

📍 Location: Bob Welch Aquatic Center

⏰ Full Schedule: Pool opens at 12:00 PM (Normal admission rates apply)

08/19/2026

The countdown is officially on! We are just three days away from celebrating 35 years of splashes, sunshine, and summer fun at the Bob Welch Aquatic Center!

What to Expect

Decades of Hits: Sing along to the biggest songs from the last 3.5 decades all day long!

Poolside Competitions: Start practicing your cannonballs and belly flops—prizes are on the line!

Special Activities: Try log rolling, check out an Aqua Zumba session, learn key water safety skills, and see what it takes to be a BWAC lifeguard.

📍 Location: Bob Welch Aquatic Center

⏰ Full Schedule: Pool opens at 12:00 PM on event day (Normal admission rates apply)

08/19/2026

Reminder to get those teams signed up, Registration will stay open until tomorrow afternoon!

Kickball registration is now open! Kick off Fall with some friendly fun at the Bambenek Fields!

Use the QR or link below to register: https://secure.rec1.com/MN/winona-mn/catalog

08/19/2026

35 years of swimming, learning, and making memories together—now that’s something to celebrate! Whether you grew up swimming in these lanes or join us every week for open swim, we want you to be part of our milestone anniversary bash.

When: this Saturday, August 22nd from 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM!
Normal admission rates apply.

Highlights: Expect nonstop family entertainment with hourly activities! Test your jump in the cannonball contest, try out Aqua Zumba, or learn new Water Safety skills. There’s something for everyone all afternoon long!

08/18/2026

Help Us Restock the Care Closet!

As we head into fall and the back-to-school season, the Care Closet at the East Recreation Center is looking to restock its shelves! The Care Closet provides free personal care products, food, and school supplies to support local families and community members.

🛒 High-Need Items:

Personal & Home Care: Shampoo, conditioner, shaving cream, laundry soap, paper towels, & deodorant.

Pantry: Noodles, mac & cheese, rice, canned fruit, peanut butter, & jelly and spaghetti sauce

(Note: Items in bold on the attached image are also frequently requested!)

📍 Drop-Off Locations & Hours:

City Hall (Park & Recreation Office): Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

East Recreation Center: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

⏰ Care Closet Hours:
Open Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Questions? Reach out to Recreation Coordinator Ali at [email protected] or (507) 457-8258. Thank you for supporting our community!