Dog Swims, Remaining Hours For Alexandria's Outdoor Pools In 2019

ALEXANDRIA, VA — As the end of summer approaches, you'll want to get in swimming before the outdoor pools close in Alexandria. The three city-run outdoor pools and NOVA Parks' Great Waves Waterpark generally close in early September. If you're a dog owner, there's something else to look forward to afterward.

In the weeks after the pools close, Your Dog's Best Friends will host two dog swim events. The first event on Friday, Sept. 20 is for dogs under 50 pounds. It will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Memorial Pool at Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe Street.

The other event on Saturday, Sept. 21 is for dogs of any size. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at Old Town Pool, 1609 Cameron Street.

Both events are free, but dog owners should register through the city's website. Dog handlers should be 16 or older and bring their own doggie water dishes. All dogs should wear current vaccination tags, or proof of vaccinations must be shown.

Another dog swim will happen at Great Waves Waterpark on Sept.7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $5 and can be paid at the door. Dog owners must fill out a waiver form and bring it to the event.

Outdoor Pool Hours for Rest of Summer 2019 Season

Memorial Pool at Charles Houston Recreation Center

• Weekends through Sept. 1: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Weekdays through Aug. 30: 10 a.m.-7:45 p.m.
• Labor Day (Sept. 2): 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

Old Town Pool

• Weekends through Sept. 8: 12 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
• Weekdays through Aug. 30: 4:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m.
• Labor Day (Sept. 2): 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
• Sept. 3-Sept. 6: 6 a.m.-7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

Warwick Pool

• Weekends through Sept. 1: 11 a.m.-6:45 p.m.
• Weekdays through Aug. 30: 4:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m.
• Labor Day (Sept. 2): 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

Great Waves Waterpark

• Daily through Sept. 2: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.