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Water Park News

Aquatica Orlando is turning up the tropical vibes with the return of Aloha to Summer

Aquatica Orlando is turning up the tropical vibes with the return of Aloha to Summer

Aquatica Orlando is turning up the tropical vibes with the return of Aloha to Summer

Seaworld Orlando News

Shane Walton

60 minutes ago3 min read

Island H20 Water Park splashes into a new season filled with fun, sun and splashtastic events!

Island H20 Water Park splashes into a new season filled with fun, sun and splashtastic events!

Island H20 Water Park splashes into a new season filled with fun, sun and splashtastic events!

Orlando Water Park News

Emma Walton

3 hours ago5 min read

Walt Disney World announces Typhoon Lagoon reopening date with both Resort Water Parks open throughout Summer

Walt Disney World announces Typhoon Lagoon reopening date with both Resort Water Parks open throughout Summer

Walt Disney World announces Typhoon Lagoon reopening date with both Resort Water Parks open throughout Summer

Walt Disney World News

Emma Walton

Feb 102 min read

Aquatica Orlando makes waves with parkwide enhancements and reimagined events in 2026

Aquatica Orlando makes waves with parkwide enhancements and reimagined events in 2026

Aquatica Orlando makes waves with parkwide enhancements and reimagined events in 2026

Orlando Water Park News

Shane Walton

Feb 64 min read

Island H2O Water Park is hosting a hiring fair on Sunday February 8 to fill over 250 roles

Island H2O Water Park is hosting a hiring fair on Sunday February 8 to fill over 250 roles

Island H2O Water Park is hosting a hiring fair on Sunday February 8 to fill over 250 roles

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Feb 62 min read

The limited-time nighttime experience ILLUMINATE continues at Aquatica Orlando through January 30

The limited-time nighttime experience ILLUMINATE continues at Aquatica Orlando through January 30

The limited-time nighttime experience ILLUMINATE continues at Aquatica Orlando through January 30

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Jan 243 min read

Walt Disney World Water Parks both open for Summer 2026 with dates revealed offering Free Entry for Hotel Guests

Walt Disney World Water Parks both open for Summer 2026 with dates revealed offering Free Entry for Hotel Guests

Walt Disney World Water Parks both open for Summer 2026 with dates revealed offering Free Entry for Hotel Guests

Walt Disney World News

Emma Walton

Jan 52 min read

Orlando set for first ever Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark featuring Barbie, Hot Wheels and more

Orlando set for first ever Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark featuring Barbie, Hot Wheels and more

Orlando set for first ever Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark featuring Barbie, Hot Wheels and more

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Nov 21, 20253 min read

Aquatica Orlando to Debut first ever Nighttime Lantern Festival, ILLUMINATE this weekend!

Aquatica Orlando to Debut first ever Nighttime Lantern Festival, ILLUMINATE this weekend!

Aquatica Orlando to Debut first ever Nighttime Lantern Festival, ILLUMINATE this weekend!

Orlando Christmas & Holiday News

Emma Walton

Nov 7, 20254 min read

Get ready for a new nighttime event this holiday season, Illuminate - A Lantern Festival at Aquatica Orlando

Get ready for a new nighttime event this holiday season, Illuminate - A Lantern Festival at Aquatica Orlando

Get ready for a new nighttime event this holiday season, Illuminate - A Lantern Festival at Aquatica Orlando

Orlando Water Park News

Shane Walton

Oct 17, 20254 min read

Universal Orlando's Universal Volcano Bay Nights is back every Friday - Now through October 31

Universal Orlando's Universal Volcano Bay Nights is back every Friday - Now through October 31

Universal Orlando's Universal Volcano Bay Nights is back every Friday - Now through October 31

Universal Orlando Resort News

Shane Walton

Sep 5, 20252 min read

Island H2O Water Park drops limited-time 2026 Season Pass Sale with 50% OFF!

Island H2O Water Park drops limited-time 2026 Season Pass Sale with 50% OFF!

Island H2O Water Park drops limited-time 2026 Season Pass Sale with 50% OFF!

Orlando Attraction News

Emma Walton

Aug 22, 20252 min read

Universal Volcano Bay Nights kicks off September 5 including Beach Bash with Scooby-Doo and the Gang!

Universal Volcano Bay Nights kicks off September 5 including Beach Bash with Scooby-Doo and the Gang!

Universal Volcano Bay Nights kicks off September 5 including Beach Bash with Scooby-Doo and the Gang!

Universal Orlando Resort News

Shane Walton

Aug 20, 20253 min read

ISLAND H2O Water Park debuts Florida's first Wave Pool Stage featuring Live Music Nights

ISLAND H2O Water Park debuts Florida's first Wave Pool Stage featuring Live Music Nights

ISLAND H2O Water Park debuts Florida's first Wave Pool Stage featuring Live Music Nights

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Aug 18, 20254 min read

Exclusive after-hours event, Universal Volcano Bay Nights returning this Fall

Exclusive after-hours event, Universal Volcano Bay Nights returning this Fall

Exclusive after-hours event, Universal Volcano Bay Nights returning this Fall

Orlando Theme Park News

Alastair Mac

Aug 12, 20252 min read

Beat the heat this August and splash into Island H2O Water Park's foam parties and more!

Beat the heat this August and splash into Island H2O Water Park's foam parties and more!

Beat the heat this August and splash into Island H2O Water Park's foam parties and more!

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Aug 4, 20254 min read

Splash into Aquatica Orlando with Five Reasons to visit the Top Outdoor Water Park in America

Splash into Aquatica Orlando with Five Reasons to visit the Top Outdoor Water Park in America

Splash into Aquatica Orlando with Five Reasons to visit the Top Outdoor Water Park in America

Orlando Water Park News

Shane Walton

Jul 23, 20255 min read

Double the Splash! Aquatica Orlando launches FLASH SALE: Buy an Any Day Ticket, Get a Second One FREE

Double the Splash! Aquatica Orlando launches FLASH SALE: Buy an Any Day Ticket, Get a Second One FREE

Double the Splash! Aquatica Orlando launches FLASH SALE: Buy an Any Day Ticket, Get a Second One FREE

Orlando Water Park News

Shane Walton

Jul 18, 20254 min read

Splash into the Splashtacular 4th of July Showdown at River Country Water Park at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo

Splash into the Splashtacular 4th of July Showdown at River Country Water Park at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo

Splash into the Splashtacular 4th of July Showdown at River Country Water Park at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Jul 3, 20253 min read

Island H2O Water Park is celebrating the 4th of July with after-hours event featuring water slides, a foam party, and fireworks

Island H2O Water Park is celebrating the 4th of July with after-hours event featuring water slides, a foam party, and fireworks

Island H2O Water Park is celebrating the 4th of July with after-hours event featuring water slides, a foam party, and fireworks

Orlando 4th Of July News

Alastair Mac

Jul 3, 20254 min read

Walt Disney World Lifeguards teach life-saving swim skills to 1,000 Florida Students

Walt Disney World Lifeguards teach life-saving swim skills to 1,000 Florida Students

Walt Disney World Lifeguards teach life-saving swim skills to 1,000 Florida Students

Walt Disney World News

Emma Walton

Jun 30, 20254 min read

Celebrate la Noche de San Juan at Aquatica Orlando's After Hours VIP Party!

Celebrate la Noche de San Juan at Aquatica Orlando's After Hours VIP Party!

Celebrate la Noche de San Juan at Aquatica Orlando's After Hours VIP Party!

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Jun 19, 20252 min read

Celebrate Noche de San Juan at Adventure Island in Tampa Bay!

Celebrate Noche de San Juan at Adventure Island in Tampa Bay!

Celebrate Noche de San Juan at Adventure Island in Tampa Bay!

Orlando Attraction News

Shane Walton

Jun 18, 20252 min read

River Country Water Park opens at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo in Central Florida

River Country Water Park opens at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo in Central Florida

River Country Water Park opens at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo in Central Florida

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Jun 16, 20252 min read

Aquatica Orlando kicks off Summer with New Experiences and the return of AquaGlow

Aquatica Orlando kicks off Summer with New Experiences and the return of AquaGlow

Aquatica Orlando kicks off Summer with New Experiences and the return of AquaGlow

Orlando Water Park News

Shane Walton

May 23, 20254 min read

Tampa's Adventure Island Water Park announces new AquaGlow, Neon Nighttime Swim Party Experience

Tampa's Adventure Island Water Park announces new AquaGlow, Neon Nighttime Swim Party Experience

Tampa's Adventure Island Water Park announces new AquaGlow, Neon Nighttime Swim Party Experience

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay News

Shane Walton

May 16, 20253 min read

Island H2O Water Park recognized as one of the 10 Best Outdoor Water Parks in the country

Island H2O Water Park recognized as one of the 10 Best Outdoor Water Parks in the country

Island H2O Water Park recognized as one of the 10 Best Outdoor Water Parks in the country

Orlando Water Park News

Shane Walton

May 9, 20252 min read

Typhoon Lagoon reopens at Walt Disney World with tidal waves of Water Park Fun!

Typhoon Lagoon reopens at Walt Disney World with tidal waves of Water Park Fun!

Typhoon Lagoon reopens at Walt Disney World with tidal waves of Water Park Fun!

Walt Disney World News

Alastair Mac

May 1, 20253 min read

Island H2O Water Park kicks off Summer with 2 Park Access, Foam Parties, and Memorial Day Fun

Island H2O Water Park kicks off Summer with 2 Park Access, Foam Parties, and Memorial Day Fun

Island H2O Water Park kicks off Summer with 2 Park Access, Foam Parties, and Memorial Day Fun

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Apr 29, 20252 min read

Universal Volcano Bay CLOSING for 5 Months and TapuTapu Wearable and Virtual Lines AXED!

Universal Volcano Bay CLOSING for 5 Months and TapuTapu Wearable and Virtual Lines AXED!

Universal Volcano Bay CLOSING for 5 Months and TapuTapu Wearable and Virtual Lines AXED!

Universal Orlando Resort News

Shane Walton

Apr 29, 20252 min read

Aquatica Orlando's AquaGlow is back this Summer and it's bigger and brighter than ever!

Aquatica Orlando's AquaGlow is back this Summer and it's bigger and brighter than ever!

Aquatica Orlando's AquaGlow is back this Summer and it's bigger and brighter than ever!

Seaworld Orlando News

Shane Walton

Apr 18, 20252 min read

Get ready to splash, slide, and support the Sunshine Foundation Dream Village at Island H2O Water Park

Get ready to splash, slide, and support the Sunshine Foundation Dream Village at Island H2O Water Park

Get ready to splash, slide, and support the Sunshine Foundation Dream Village at Island H2O Water Park

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Apr 16, 20253 min read

Universal's Volcano Bay Nights kicks off this Saturday – The first-ever nighttime event at the Water Park

Universal's Volcano Bay Nights kicks off this Saturday – The first-ever nighttime event at the Water Park

Universal's Volcano Bay Nights kicks off this Saturday – The first-ever nighttime event at the Water Park

Universal Orlando Resort News

Shane Walton

Apr 8, 20253 min read

Walt Disney World to open both Water Parks - Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon this Summer!

Walt Disney World to open both Water Parks - Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon this Summer!

Walt Disney World to open both Water Parks - Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon this Summer!

Walt Disney World News

Emma Walton

Apr 1, 20252 min read

Mark your calendars! H2O Glow Dates announced for Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

Mark your calendars! H2O Glow Dates announced for Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

Mark your calendars! H2O Glow Dates announced for Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

Walt Disney World News

Emma Walton

Mar 28, 20253 min read

Aquatica Orlando’s Aloha to Summer Celebration kicks off March 29!

Aquatica Orlando’s Aloha to Summer Celebration kicks off March 29!

Aquatica Orlando’s Aloha to Summer Celebration kicks off March 29!

Orlando Water Park News

Shane Walton

Mar 28, 20253 min read

Island H2O Water Park kicks off Spring with Easter Egg-Stravaganza and new Island Nights!

Island H2O Water Park kicks off Spring with Easter Egg-Stravaganza and new Island Nights!

Island H2O Water Park kicks off Spring with Easter Egg-Stravaganza and new Island Nights!

Orlando Water Park News

Emma Walton

Mar 21, 20252 min read

Tampa Bay's Water Park, Adventure Island ready to splash back into action for the 2025 season!

Tampa Bay's Water Park, Adventure Island ready to splash back into action for the 2025 season!

Tampa Bay's Water Park, Adventure Island ready to splash back into action for the 2025 season!

Orlando Water Park News

Shane Walton

Mar 3, 20252 min read

Walt Disney World announces Blizzard Beach seasonal closing date, and when Typhoon Lagoon will reopen

Walt Disney World announces Blizzard Beach seasonal closing date, and when Typhoon Lagoon will reopen

Walt Disney World announces Blizzard Beach seasonal closing date, and when Typhoon Lagoon will reopen

Walt Disney World News

Emma Walton

Feb 28, 20252 min read

Exciting News as the 30th Anniversary of Blizzard Beach splashes into Walt Disney World Resort in April

Exciting News as the 30th Anniversary of Blizzard Beach splashes into Walt Disney World Resort in April

Exciting News as the 30th Anniversary of Blizzard Beach splashes into Walt Disney World Resort in April

Walt Disney World News

Emma Walton

Feb 28, 20252 min read

Island H2O Water Park opens for 2025 season on March 7 with Exclusive Preview Night for Passholders!

Island H2O Water Park opens for 2025 season on March 7 with Exclusive Preview Night for Passholders!

Island H2O Water Park opens for 2025 season on March 7 with Exclusive Preview Night for Passholders!

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Feb 20, 20253 min read

Strong Cold Front closes Blizzard Beach, Volcano Bay and Aquatica Water Parks for two days

Strong Cold Front closes Blizzard Beach, Volcano Bay and Aquatica Water Parks for two days

Strong Cold Front closes Blizzard Beach, Volcano Bay and Aquatica Water Parks for two days

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Feb 19, 20252 min read

Tickets Now On Sale for new nighttime event, Universal Volcano Bay Nights

Tickets Now On Sale for new nighttime event, Universal Volcano Bay Nights

Tickets Now On Sale for new nighttime event, Universal Volcano Bay Nights

Universal Orlando Resort News

Alastair Mac

Feb 18, 20252 min read

Island H2O Water Park launches Pre-K Pass Program giving Young Guests Free Unlimited Admission

Island H2O Water Park launches Pre-K Pass Program giving Young Guests Free Unlimited Admission

Island H2O Water Park launches Pre-K Pass Program giving Young Guests Free Unlimited Admission

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Feb 11, 20252 min read

Beach Nights return to Aquatica Orlando starting Feb. 1, kick back with a movie, snacks, and endless good vibes

Beach Nights return to Aquatica Orlando starting Feb. 1, kick back with a movie, snacks, and endless good vibes

Beach Nights return to Aquatica Orlando starting Feb. 1, kick back with a movie, snacks, and endless good vibes

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Jan 31, 20252 min read

Island H2O Water Park slides back on March 7 including a stacked lineup of Special Events!

Island H2O Water Park slides back on March 7 including a stacked lineup of Special Events!

Island H2O Water Park slides back on March 7 including a stacked lineup of Special Events!

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Jan 27, 20252 min read

New Cold Front forces yet another round of temporary closures at Volcano Bay, Blizzard Beach, and Aquatica Water Parks

New Cold Front forces yet another round of temporary closures at Volcano Bay, Blizzard Beach, and Aquatica Water Parks

New Cold Front forces yet another round of temporary closures at Volcano Bay, Blizzard Beach, and Aquatica Water Parks

Orlando Water Park News

Alastair Mac

Jan 10, 20252 min read

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park extends temporary closure as cold snap continues to grip Central Florida

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park extends temporary closure as cold snap continues to grip Central Florida

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park extends temporary closure as cold snap continues to grip Central Florida

Walt Disney World News

Alastair Mac

Jan 8, 20252 min read

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