Pasadena Opens Public Spaces to Help Residents Beat the Heat

Pasadena City Hall on the morning of Friday, August 2, 2024 (Photo – ColoradoBlvd.net)

As scorching temperatures grip the region, the City of Pasadena is offering residents a variety of indoor spaces to escape the heat, including community centers, libraries, pools, and even an ice skating rink.

By News Desk

Though not officially designated as Cooling Centers, several Community and Recreation Centers across Pasadena are open to the public and offer indoor relief from the heat:

Robinson Park Recreation Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. | (626) 744-7330
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sat, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Victory Park Recreation Center, 2575 Paloma St. | (626) 744-7500
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sat, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Villa Parke Community Center, 363 E. Villa St. | (626) 744-6530
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sat, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Jackie Robinson Community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. | (626) 744-7300
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm; Closed weekends

Note: Extended hours may be activated in response to extreme heat. For updates, call (626) 744-7500.

Pasadena Public Libraries

While not official Cooling Centers, Pasadena’s public libraries offer air-conditioned spaces where residents can cool off and spend time indoors. Most branches are open Monday through Saturday:

Allendale Branch – 1130 S. Marengo Ave. | (626) 744-7260
Hastings Branch – 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. | (626) 744-7262
Hill Avenue Branch – 55 S. Hill Ave. | (626) 744-7264
Jefferson Branch – 1500 E. Villa St. | (626) 744-8046
La Pintoresca Branch – 1355 N. Raymond Ave. | (626) 744-7268
Lamanda Park Branch – 140 S. Altadena Dr. | (626) 744-7266
Linda Vista Branch – 1281 Bryant St. | (626) 744-7278
San Rafael Branch – 1240 Nithsdale Rd. | (626) 744-7270
Santa Catalina Branch – 999 E. Washington Blvd. | (626) 744-7272
Villa Parke Branch – 363 E. Villa St. | (626) 744-6510

For full library hours, visit PasadenaPublicLibrary.net or call the individual branch.

Cool Transportation Options

Residents can use Pasadena Transit to reach any of these cooling locations. For schedule and route details, visit PasadenaTransit.net or call (626) 744-4055.

Pasadena Dial-A-Ride members can call (626) 791-7200 to schedule a ride. To learn more about becoming a member, visit the Pasadena Transit website.

Splash, Swim, and Skate to Stay Cool

For those seeking water-based fun or a chill environment, the city recommends:

John J. Kennedy Pool – 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. | (626) 744-7330
La Pintoresca Park Splash Pad – 45 E. Washington Blvd., open from sunrise to sunset
Rose Bowl Aquatics Center – 360 N. Arroyo Blvd. | (626) 564-0330

Additionally, the Pasadena Ice Skating Center, located at 300 E. Green St., offers a frosty retreat. For details, call (626) 578-0800.

Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and check on vulnerable neighbors, especially seniors and those with health conditions.

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Pasadena Opens Public Spaces to Help Residents Beat the Heat