Eastlink Centre Aquatics Impacts on January 17-18

Eastlink Centre Aquatics Impacts on January 17-18

The City of Grande Prairie is pleased to host the Piranhas Winterfest Swim Meet at the Eastlink Centre on Saturday, January 17 and Sunday, January 18.

During this time, the aquatics area will remain open to the public.
Amenity impacts will be in place from January 16 to 19 due to swim meet activities, including event set-up and tear-down, as outlined below.

50-Metre Competition Pool

  • Friday, January 16: Long-course lane swim only
  • Saturday, January 17: Unavailable from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Sunday, January 18: Unavailable from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    • No Water Polo at 8:30 a.m.
  • Visitors are reminded that the 50-metre competition pool will be cooler than usual during the swim meet to support the participating athletes.

Diving Boards and Towers

  • Unavailable Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18
    • Dive tower reopens Sunday at 4 p.m.
    • Springboards reopen Monday, January 19 at 4 p.m.

FlowRider

  • Saturday, January 17: Unavailable all day
  • Sunday, January 18: Unavailable from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

With aquatic access focused on shallow-water spaces, guests are invited to enjoy the many other amenities included with their membership throughout the weekend.

All other amenities will remain open as listed on the regular schedule. To view the schedule and plan your visit, please visit cityofgp.com/schedules.

Guests are also welcome to visit the second-floor aquatic spectator viewing area to cheer on the athletes as they compete throughout the weekend.

The City thanks all patrons for their patience and understanding as staff work to support a positive experience for everyone.