Rose Bowl Aquatics Center to Close for 2028 Olympics Preparations, Affecting Local Community
The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center in Pasadena is set to close in April 2027 for renovations in preparation for the 2028 Summer Olympics. The center, which will host the diving events, will undergo significant upgrades, including improvements to the pool, diving tower, and mechanical systems. This closure will displace over 400,000 annual users, including swimmers, divers, and water polo players, who will need to find alternative facilities. The center's operators and the LA28 organizing committee are negotiating the specifics of the renovations and funding responsibilities. 
