The Echo Aquatic Centre is ready to welcome you back after our annual maintenance and lifeguard training shutdown! Starting Wednesday, October 1, 2025, all your favourite pools, swim lessons and fitness programs return, along with a sparkling clean facility and refreshed spaces. Unfortunately, the whirlpool will remain closed into early-October as it requires an additional […]
Drop In to Fun at Glenwood Centre! For always up-to-date public drop-in schedules, please visit playinpa.ca/schedules/
Drop In to Fun at the Alberni Valley Multiplex! For always up-to-date public schedules, please visit playinpa.ca/schedules/
Please follow the live schedule at playinpa.ca/schedules/ for always up-to-date public drop-in schedules.
Fall 2025 Series The new season kicks off with “A Nice Indian Boy” on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Enjoy the recliner seats but remember seating is limited and we encourage you to get your series passes and tickets early as we anticipate passes selling out quickly. Film Fest Port Alberni film series screens at the Landmark Cinemas […]
Calling all fiber friends new and old – we hope you’ll join us for Knit Nights at the Museum! Please bring your current project to work on. Is it crochet? Is it knitting? All fiber crafting is welcome and we can’t wait to see it! Are you struggling with a project? We can probably help […]
We are very excited to bring you the Fall 2025 e-Leisure Guide, which includes programs, drop in sessions and special events running September 1 – January 3, 2026! Registration for RECREATION PROGRAMS starts Tuesday, August 19 at 9:00 am. Registration for FALL SWIM LESSONS starts Wednesday, August 20 at 9:00 am. Please click here to […]
Due to ongoing vandalism, the washrooms located at Echo Park Fieldhouse are now closed. Washroom facilities are available at: Alberni Valley Multiplex 3737 Roger Street Facility hours: 7:00 am to 11:00 pm Echo Aquatic Centre 4255 Wallace Street Facility hours: * Monday: 6:00 am to 1:00 pm; 4:00 to 7:00 pm * Tuesday: 6:00 am […]
The City of Port Alberni has made the decision to disable comments on its social media platforms to maintain a respectful dialogue and to better inform residents on community matters. “We want to create a safe space where people aren’t afraid to ask questions and join conversations,” said Chief Administrative Officer Mike Fox. “While most […]
What’s up with all the pool closures? It seems like we are constantly posting “Sorry, session cancelled” messages, and we wanted to provide additional information about why we are not open our full operating hours. Have a peek at these seven slides for clarity about what’s happening at our pool.
