Brisbane’s much-loved $2 Summer Dips program is back for another year, giving residents even more ways to enjoy long, hot days in Australia’s lifestyle capital.
From 1 December 2025 to 28 February 2026, entry to Council’s 22 pools across the suburbs will again be just $2.
This popular program makes it easier than ever for families to stay active, stay cool and still stay on budget.
Now in its third year, the popular initiative has already saved Brisbane families around $5 million, with more than 1.4 million residents taking advantage of the program to date.
A family of four could save more than $16 on every visit through the $2 Summer Dips program.
From splash pads and shaded play areas to lap lanes and leisure pools, there is something for everyone.
Suburbs right across Brisbane continue to show strong support for the program, with Sandgate Pool and Newmarket Pool among the most visited facilities last summer.
From the outdoor water play park at Colmslie Aquatic Centre to Bellbowrie Pool’s water play pad and drop bucket, there are endless ways to enjoy Brisbane’s fantastic outdoor lifestyle.
The Schrinner Council has also upgraded 21 centres with new solar, batteries, LED lighting and heat pumps to make pools more sustainable and keep costs down.
For details visit Council’s website and search Council Pools, some program exclusions may apply.
Quotes attributable to Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner:
“I’m thrilled to bring back $2 Summer Dips, as residents love it, and it helps makes enjoying our great Brisbane lifestyle even easier.
“Brisbane summers are made for swimming, and $2 Summer Dips means residents can enjoy our pools as often as they like without stretching the budget.
“Saving locals $5 million to date shows this initiative is making a real difference to household budgets, so it’s fantastic to be bringing it back for another year.
“Whether it’s cooling off after school, splashing with the kids or swimming laps at sunrise, we are giving residents more ways to enjoy Brisbane’s incredible outdoor lifestyle.”
Pools included in the $2 Summer Dips program:
Acacia Ridge Leisure Centre
Bellbowrie Pool
Carole Park Pool
Centenary Pool
Chermside Pool
Colmslie Aquatic Centre
Dunlop Park Memorial Swimming Pool
Hibiscus Sports Complex Pool
Ithaca Pool
Jindalee Pool
Langlands Park Memorial Pool
Manly Pool
Mt Gravatt East Swimming Pool
Musgrave Park Swimming Centre
Newmarket Olympic Swimming Pool
Parkinson Aquatic Centre
Runcorn Pool
Sandgate Aquatic Centre
Spring Hill Baths
The Emily Seebohm Aquatic Centre
Valley Pool
Yeronga Park Memorial Swimming Pool
