Patterson Park Community Center: Hours, Indoor Pool & Day Pass Prices
521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37130 · 615-893-7439
By the Only in Murfreesboro local team · Last updated: October 15, 2026
Patterson Park Community Center hours and prices
Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Murfreesboro, is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. A day pass costs $6 for adults and $5 for youth, seniors and military, and includes the indoor pool.
Quick Facts
- Address
- 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37130
- Phone
- 615-893-7439
- Hours
- Mon.–Fri. 6 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun. 1–5 p.m.
- Holidays
- Closed on major holidays
- Day pass
- Adults $6; military, youth (17 and under) and seniors (60+) $5
- Indoor pool
- Included with the facility pass
- Pass also good at
- Sports*Com (does not include Boro Beach)
- Closure alerts
- Text PPCC to 38276
The city's facility listing gives the street as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.; its Aquatics page still lists the same building as 521 Mercury Blvd.
Facility Pass Prices
One facility pass covers Patterson Park Community Center and Sports*Com, including both indoor pools. It does not include Boro Beach. Youth means 17 and under; seniors are 60 and older.
| Category | Daily | 30 visits | Monthly | Annual | Household annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adults | $6 | $75 | $40 | $345 | $575 |
| Adults (city resident) | $6 | $70 | $35 | $310 | $520 |
| Military, youth, seniors | $5 | $55 | $30 | $230 | N/A |
| Military, youth, seniors (city resident) | $5 | $50 | $25 | $205 | N/A |
Patterson Park Indoor Pool
The indoor water park is an all-shallow pool. A zero-depth entry slopes gradually to 2 feet around an interactive water play system, a triple-loop slide empties into 4-foot water, and the four-lane lap area runs 3 to 4 feet deep. The center also lists a whirlpool.
Pool rules posted by the city: slide riders must be at least 48 inches tall, children 7 and under need adult supervision at all times, an adult must be in the water with any child wearing a flotation device, children under 3 must wear a swim diaper, and diving is not permitted. Groups of 15 or more must book a scheduled group visit time or a private rental.
| Day | Rec pool play & open swim | Lap swim |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7–8:45 p.m. | 6 a.m.–12:45 p.m.; 3–4 p.m.; 7–8:45 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 4–8:45 p.m. | 6 a.m.–12:45 p.m.; 3–8:45 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 7–8:45 p.m. | 6 a.m.–12:45 p.m.; 3–4 p.m.; 7–8:45 p.m. |
| Thursday | 4–8:45 p.m. | 6 a.m.–12:45 p.m.; 3–8:45 p.m. |
| Friday | 10 a.m.–12:45 p.m.; 4–6:30 p.m. | 6 a.m.–12:45 p.m.; 3–6:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | 1–4:30 p.m. | 8–10:45 a.m.; 1–4:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | 1–4:30 p.m. | 1–4:30 p.m. |
Lap lane availability varies by time of day. Swim lessons (Monday and Wednesday 4–7 p.m., Saturday 8–11 a.m.) require pre-registration with the outside providers the city lists. Compare every city pool in the Murfreesboro public pools guide.
Gyms, Track and Other Amenities
Indoor
- Indoor water park with a four-lane lap area, interactive play system, triple-loop slide and whirlpool
- Two gymnasiums
- 1/8-mile indoor track
- Weight room
- Large exercise studio
- Two racquetball courts
- Game room
- 305-seat theatre
- Conference center with up to three meeting rooms
- Dining room with kitchen
Outdoor
- Multipurpose field with a 1/5-mile outdoor walking track
- Outdoor basketball courts (six goals)
- Pickleball courts
- Two pavilions
The dining room (150 seats), theatre, meeting rooms, adult gym and pool can be rented; the city publishes a rental guide.
Programs
- Homeschool P.E. and after-school programs.
- Personal training and weight room orientations.
- Water Aerobics I (Cardio) and Water Aerobics II (Sculpt and Tone), an arthritis-based class, on weekday mornings, with Cardio also on Monday and Wednesday evenings.
- Homeschool Swim Team for ages 6 to 14: drop-in, Tuesdays and Thursdays 1–2 p.m., Aug. 11, 2026, through May 13, 2027, $5 per day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours at Patterson Park Community Center?
The City of Murfreesboro lists the center as open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. It is closed on major holidays.
How much is a day pass at Patterson Park?
A daily facility pass is $6 for adults and $5 for military, youth (17 and under) and seniors (60 and older). Monthly passes start at $25 for city residents in the military, youth and senior category, and an adult city resident annual pass is $310.
Does Patterson Park have an indoor pool?
Yes. The indoor water park has a zero-depth entry that slopes to 2 feet, an interactive water play system, a triple-loop slide that empties into 4-foot water, a whirlpool and a four-lane lap area 3 to 4 feet deep. Admission is included with the facility pass. Riders must be 48 inches tall to use the slide.
When is open swim at Patterson Park?
Rec Pool Play and Open Swim runs 7 to 8:45 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, 4 to 8:45 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 4 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, and 1 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The center posts last-minute cancellations on its Facebook page.
Does a Patterson Park pass work at Sports*Com?
Yes. The city sells one facility pass for Patterson Park Community Center and Sports*Com. It does not include admission to Boro Beach, the outdoor pool at Sports*Com.
What programs does Patterson Park offer?
The city lists Homeschool P.E., after-school programs, personal training, weight room orientations and water aerobics. A drop-in Homeschool Swim Team for ages 6 to 14 meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 p.m. from Aug. 11, 2026, through May 13, 2027, at $5 per day.
Sources: City of Murfreesboro: Patterson Park Community Center facility listing, Patterson Park Community Center, Patterson Park Indoor Pool, Aquatics.