City of Shawnee

Special Events

Splashtacular Summer Days

A child joyfully emerges from a water slide into a pool, sitting in a clear inflatable ring. The scene conveys excitement and summer fun.Join us each month as we celebrate the best days of summer at the pool. Bring your friends, cool off, and enjoy an afternoon of themed fun. Each event includes: concession specials, coordinated games, prizes every hour from 12:30–5:00pm. Admission is half price with a canned food donation benefiting Shawnee Community Services.

Summer Splash
Friday, June 12, 2026
12:30–5:00pm 		 Freedom Fling
Saturday, July 4, 2026
12:30–5:00pm 		 Summer Sizzler
Friday, August 7, 2026
12:30–5:00pm 

 

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Dive-In Movie

Saturday, July 11, 2026
8:00pm

Nighttime pool movie event with a crowd swimming and floating. An inflatable screen displays an animated film, creating a festive, communal atmosphere.

Grab your favorite float and join us for a fun summer movie night at the pool featuring The Big Green. With the World Cup in Kansas City this summer, it’s the perfect time to celebrate a classic soccer story under the stars. Gates open at 8:00pm, and the movie begins at dusk. Bring a towel, find your spot in the water or on the deck, and enjoy a relaxed evening with family and friends.

Admission is free.
Pre-registration is not required.

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K-9s at the Cove

Saturday, August 15, 2026
7:15-10:00am

A large, wet St. Bernard dog playfully runs through shallow water at a pool, surrounded by people. The scene is lively and joyful.Before we drain the pool for the season, we’re giving the dogs their day to swim. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.

Swim times:
7:15am – All dogs
8:15am – Dogs over 35 lbs
9:15am – Dogs under 35 lbs
10:15am – All dogs