Columbus Cooling Centers & Heat Resources
Columbus Cooling Centers & Heat Resources
With temperatures expected to reach the mid and upper 90s this week, Columbus officials are expanding cooling resources across the city.
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Cooling Centers
Extended Hours: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Effective: Beginning June 30, 2026, until the extreme heat subsides
Cooling centers will operate at the following Columbus Recreation and Parks Department community centers:
- Dodge Community Center
- Driving Park Community Center
- Glenwood Community Center
- Linden Community Center
- Marion Franklin Community Center
Additional Information
- Regular community center hours are 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Complimentary water and non-perishable food items will be available.
- Supplies are being provided courtesy of Giant Eagle.
Outdoor Pools
Extended Hours: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Effective: Beginning June 30, 2026, until the heat subsides
Admission to all city pools will be free during the heat emergency.
Pool locations include:
- Dodge Pool
- Driving Park Pool
- Glenwood Pool
- Lincoln Pool
- Maryland Pool
- Tuttle Pool
- Windsor Pool
Additional Information
- Capacity limits may be enforced.
- Residents should check for real-time status updates before arriving.
- A free Leisure Card is still required for entry.
- Proper swim attire is required.
