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2026 SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE HAYS AQUATIC PARK

FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL
Happy Father’s Day dads! On Sunday, June 21, bring Dad down and enjoy a day of fun at the Hays Aquatic Park. Dads swim free if accompanied by a paid child.

AQUATIC FITNESS MIXER
This free event is a great way to introduce yourself to our aquatic fitness classes. We will have a variety of different workouts for you to sample; from pool deck aerobics to lazy river fitness, to our traditional Water Works classes. Come prepared to exercise on land and in the water.

Entry Fee:                                                   Free
Held on:                                Saturday, July 4
Times:                        11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages:                                                 16 & older

JUDD’S SUMMER SLAM TRIATHLON
Hays Recreation Commission, Progressive Physical Therapy, and Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza of Hays are proud to offer our annual Judd’s Summer Slam Triathlon. Come take on a 400-meter swim, a 12-mile bike ride, and a 5k run solo or as a team.

Kids sign up for the Judd’s Kids Division (14 & under) and complete a 100-meter swim, 5k bike ride, and 1 mile run. Proceeds from the Judd’s Kids Division will benefit the Judd’s Journey Project, in memory of Judd Cherry Holmes, that brings awareness to Trisomy 18 and infant loss. Proceeds will go towards providing resources and support for families who suffer the loss of an infant child.

All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt. Door prizes are handed out and medals are awarded to winners of each division. Sign up at raceentry.com.

Entry Deadline:                                    July 22
Entry Fee:     $18.00
$22.00 after the deadline
Held on:                              Saturday, July 25
Times:                    Registration at 7:15 a.m.
                                Race begins at 8:00 a.m.
Ages:                                                 10 & older
Location:   Hays Aquatic Park - 4th & Main

DOG SWIM
Bring your dog for some fun in the water. We are opening up the Hays Aquatic Park’s zero-depth entry pool for all dogs to come and play before we drain the pool. The pool chemicals are adjusted for a different breed of swimmer. For human safety, guests can only get in the water up to their thighs. All dogs must have current vaccinations including rabies. Owners must be in control of their pet(s) at all times, two pets per guest max. Please note that this is open to all dogs so come with the equipment needed to keep your dog under control. You will be responsible for cleaning up after your dog.

Held on:                        Saturday, August 22
Time:                            11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Entry Fee:     $5.00 per dog

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