Q: When are you open?
A: We are scheduled to open for the 2025 season on May 24, 2025.
Q: What are your hours?
A: Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Q: What are admission prices?
A: Admission is $12 for age two and older. Senior Citizens (65 and older), Military personnel with valid I.D., and Non-Swimmers will be admitted for $8. Children under age two will be admitted free.
Q: Are there group rates?
A: No, there are no special rates for groups.
Q: May I exit and re-enter?
A: Yes. When you enter the first time of the day, we give you a wristband. You may then exit and re-enter as much as you like on the same day.
Q: What is your inclement weather policy?
A: If it is only raining, we remain open. If lightning is detected within eight miles of our facility, everyone must get out of the water until 30 minutes after the last lightning strike is detected. If the storms/lightning persist and we must close, we do not offer refunds. However, if your receipt shows that you have been here less than two hours, we will give you a one-day pass to come back to see us.
Q: Do you have lockers?
A: No, we do not.
Q: Can I book the Fayette Aquatic Center for a private party?
A: Yes! Each day we're open, there are two private party slots in the evenings, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. or 7:45 - 9:45 p.m. A two-hour party Monday-Thursday is $450. A two-hour party Friday-Sunday is $600. If both slots are available on a particular day, you may book a four-hour party for $900 Monday-Thursday, or $1200 Friday-Sunday.
A private party gives you full access to our facility for up to 300 people, with a full staff of lifeguards on duty. You may bring in your own food and drink for private parties, as our concession stand will be closed.
Q: What if there is inclement weather when my party is scheduled?
A: We do not offer refunds. If inclement weather prevents your scheduled party, or you cancel your party for any reason, we will re-book it for the first available time or you will receive a credit for a future booking.
Q: Can I bring in outside food and drink?
A: During regular operating hours, no outside food/drink is allowed. During private parties, you may bring in your own food and drink, as our concession stand is closed for private parties.
Q: Is there a smoking area at your facility?
A: No. By City ordinance, smoking (including vaping/e-cigarettes) is not allowed at the Fayette Aquatic Center or inside Guthrie Smith Park. If you choose to smoke, you must leave Guthrie Smith Park.
Q: Can I bring baby floats, rafts, rings, etc.?
A: No. The only flotation devices allowed are arm floaties, life jackets, or puddle jumpers. No other floatation devices will be allowed.
Q: Can I bring my own chair?
A: There are plenty of chairs and chaise lounges available, so there is no need to bring your own chair.
Q: What do you offer for individuals with disabilities?
A: We have zero-depth entry into both our main pool and lazy river. We also have a pool lift that may be used upon request.
Q: Can I bring my pet?
A: No. Pets are not allowed.
Q: Do you provide tubes for the lazy river?
A: Yes, there are plenty of tubes available to use in the lazy river and there is no charge to use them.
Q: Are there any height/weight restrictions?
A: You must be 48 inches or taller (or pass a swim test) and under 250 pounds in order to ride the big water slides or jump off the diving board.
Q: What does the swim test consist of for being able to ride the big slides or jump off the diving board?
A: Anyone not meeting the 48 inch height requirement may swim from the deep end of the pool to the rope at the middle of the pool under the supervision of a lifeguard. If they can do that successfully, they may then ride the big slides. Swim tests are given once per hour during the hourly restroom break.
Q: Are season/family passes available?
A: Yes! Season passes are $100 for an individual. Family passes are $100 for the first family member, $50 for each additional family member living at the same address.
Q: Will you be offering swimming lessons this season?
A: We will begin registration for swimming lessons on May 1, 2025. Info about dates and times for the classes can be found by clicking on 'Swimming Lessons'.
Q: What methods of payment do you accept for admissions, concessions, season passes and party rentals?
A: We accept cash, checks and Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express credit/debit cards.
Q: What is your phone number?
A: You may reach us at 205-932-2196. Our office hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. If we don't answer, please leave a message and we'll call you back as soon as possible.
