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City of Worcester, MA

Eric D. Batista
City Manager

Cooling Centers Open Monday Through Wednesday, Water Available

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 7/28/2025 8:56 am

WORCESTER, Mass. – Due to forecasted high temperatures Monday, July 28, Tuesday, July 29, and Wednesday, July 30, the City of Worcester is activating cooling centers for residents.

Below is a schedule of hours and locations. Each facility will have supplies of water on hand for distribution. 

Monday, July 28

  • Worcester Public Library (Main Branch) – 3 Salem Square | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Worcester Senior Center – 128 Providence St. | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tuesday, July 29

  • Worcester Public Library (Main Branch) – 3 Salem Square | 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Worcester Senior Center – 128 Providence St. | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Worcester 311 Customer Service Center – 799 Main St. | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Wednesday, July 30

  • Worcester Public Library (Main Branch) - 3 Salem Square | 9 a.m. -7 p.m.
  • Worcester Senior Center – 128 Providence St. | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Worcester 311 Customer Service Center – 799 Main St. | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

All facilities are accessible via the Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA), which continues to provide fare-free service. The WRTA also provides curb-to-curb ADA transportation. For information on bus routes, ADA transportation and travel training, please call the WRTA at 508-791-9782.

City officials remind residents that prolonged exposure to high temperatures and humidity impacts the body’s natural cooling systems and can lead to elevated body temperature and risk of illness. Residents are advised to limit strenuous physical activity, stay hydrated, and check on neighbors. For more info, visit the City’s Summer Safety webpage.