Steve Benko Pool Membership
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Steve Benko Pool - 2026 Hours & Dates
Memorial Day Weekend
Saturday, May 23 - Monday, May 25
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Closed: Tuesday, May 26 - Friday, May 29
Regular Season Hours
Weekends (Saturday & Sunday)
May 30 - August 23
11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Weekdays (Monday - Friday)
June 1 - June 5 → 2:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
June 8 - August 21 → 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
July 4 Holiday Hours → 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
August 24-August 30 Hours → 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m
August 31-September 4 TBD
Labor Day Weekend
Saturday, Sunday, Monday
September 5-September 7
11am-6pm
Kiddie Pool Hours
Memorial Day Weekend
Saturday, May 23 - Monday, May 25
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Tuesday, May 26 - Friday, May 29
Regular Season Hours
Weekends (Saturday & Sunday)
May 30 - August 23
11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Weekdays (Monday - Friday)
June 22- August 21
9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
August 24-August 30 TBD
August 31-September 4 TBD
Guest Pass & Membership Information
- Max of 6 guest passes allowed per day, per membership holder.
- Steve Benko Pool Membership is required to register for swim lessons.
- Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Non-Resident Pool Lottery
- Lottery Requests: Submit via email or phone between March and April.
- Drawings: Names will be drawn in May.
- Phone: 203-594-3600
- Email: recreation@newcanaanct.gov
Lifeguard & Safety Policy
- Lifeguards will be on duty; however:
- Children under 14 years old and any child unable to swim must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Children who require flotation devices must be accompanied by an adult in the pool.