East Brunswick's Crystal Springs Waterpark Opens Summer 2026 Registration

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Crystal Springs Family Waterpark has opened registration for its Summer 2026 season, with the park set to open Saturday, May 23, officials announced.

Season pass registration is now available for the East Brunswick municipal waterpark, which holds the distinction of being New Jersey's first municipal waterpark. Families can also register children for the Sandpipers Swim Team, a competitive youth program for swimmers ages 5 to 18 that practices and competes at Crystal Springs and other clubs across Middlesex, Somerset and Union counties from mid-June through late July. Swim lesson registration opens March 30.

The park features seven water amenities including a recreational pool, lap pool, splash pad, kiddie pool, activity pool, lazy river and water slides. Crystal Springs is a smoke-free, alcohol free and glass-free facility.

2026 Season Pass Pricing

Passes are available in several categories. Resident rates are listed first, followed by non-resident rates:

• Family Pass — $470 residents / $785 non-residents

• Family Weekday Only — $350 / $640

• Individual (ages 13–59) — $235 / $350

• Individual Weekday Only — $215 / $295

• Senior (age 60+) — $200 / $310

• Senior Weekday Only — $130 / $205

• Two-Person Household — $380 / $580

• Two-Person Household Weekday Only — $325 / $480

• Military Discount — Active military, veterans and their immediate household members receive 50% off a family season pass with valid military ID

Key Notes for Season Pass Holders:

• Weekday-only passes are not valid on Memorial Day (May 25), Independence Day (July 4) or Labor Day (Sept. 7)

• Season pass holders may enter at 11 a.m. during normal daily operations

• The park is going cardless — passes can be scanned directly from a smartphone

• All new pass holders must have a photo taken at Guest Relations on their first visit

• Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times

• Owning property or a business in East Brunswick does not constitute residency for pass pricing purposes

Registration is available online at the Crystal Springs Registration Page. First-time online registrants must complete a Household Information Form before purchasing.

The Sandpipers Swim Team costs $240 for East Brunswick residents and $290 for non-residents, with a $10 tryout fee for new swimmers. Crystal Springs also offers swim lessons for toddlers and elementary-age children, with registration opening March 30.

For more information, contact Crystal Springs at 732-390-6834 or visit the park's website.

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