Holding Park Aquatic Center (HPAC) opened for the 2026 season on May 23 and will remain open through Labor Day.
Amenities & Features
Six-lane, 25-yard lap pool
Two water slides with plunge pool (must be 44" tall)
Children's pool with water play
Concession stand
Daily Admission Fees
Daily admission fees for Wake Forest residents are $1 for children ages 2 and under; $4 for children ages 3-12; and $5 for patrons ages 13-59; and $4 for ages 60 and over.
Daily admission fees for non-Wake Forest residents are $2 for children ages 2 and under; $6 for children ages 3-12; and $7 for patrons ages 13-59; and $6 for ages 60 and over.
NOTE: Admission fees must be paid via debit/credit card (no cash accepted for admission fees).
Open swim times will be scheduled in three-hour blocks, with one-half hour in between. A maximum of 200 patrons will be allowed inside the facility during each session.
Punch Pass
Beginning in May, patrons may purchase a Punch Pass worth 20 daily swim sessions at HPAC. Punch Passes will be available to Wake Forest residents for $60 and non-Wake Forest residents for $100.
Punch Passes must be purchased online and retrieved during normal operating hours at Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road.
Please note: “Punch Pass” will be shown as a “payment” option on the daily swim session registration site, and the pass must be presented to HPAC staff prior to entry.
HPAC patrons can help stay healthy by practicing these health and safety guidelines:
Use hand sanitizer;
Maintain a social distance of six feet from others;
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough and sneeze;
Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water;
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Rental Options
Please note: The Holding Park Aquatic Center is not available to rent.
However, the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department offers a variety of rental locations to help you host your event! Whether you are hosting a family reunion, wedding, reception, or birthday party, we are here for you!
