Swimming race at Colman Pool, circa 1960 by Seattle Municipal Archives

From 1:30-3p.m. Saturday, you can get free admission into the Rainier Beach and Meadowbrook pools, part of Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Summer Splashtacular. There will also be free diving instruction at Madison Beach from 2-5 p.m., and at West Green Lake, Pritchard, Matthews and Madrona beaches. Flotation devices from Oodles of Noodles will be available from noon to 6pm at the beaches.

Little ones will get wading pool toys and activities at 14 local wading pools from 1-4pm.