EpicWaters planning epic holidays

Tickets are now on sale for H₂OLIDAYS, returning to Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark from Thanksgiving through Dec. 31. Families can trade winter chills for warm-water thrills as they slide, surf and float through the tropical holiday celebration featuring festive performances, seasonal bites, dazzling décor and a splash-filled New Year’s Eve Duck Drop. The unique tropical holiday experience invites families to splash into the season with activities for all ages and the return of the waterpark’s popular Breakfast with Santa experience.

Running through Dec. 31, H₂OLIDAYS will feature visits from Santa and Waddles (the waterpark’s mascot), and holiday performances by local bands and choirs, surrounded by twinkling lights, festive food and seasonal beverage specials. The celebration will conclude with an all-out, family-friendly New Year’s Eve bash featuring hula dancers, a lively luau-themed party and the waterpark’s famous Duck Drop countdown to midnight (with earlier versions for younger children).

“H₂OLIDAYS gives families a chance to make holiday memories in a setting they simply cannot find anywhere else in North Texas,” says Jessi O’Daniel, the waterpark’s operator.  “Whether guests are sharing breakfast with Santa, catching a holiday performance or counting down to the Duck Drop, Epic Waters brings a warm, fun and high-energy twist to the season.”

Guests can enjoy the holiday programming alongside the park’s signature mix of thrills and cruise ship-style relaxation, including 12 different slides offering varying levels of adventure, Texas’ longest indoor not-so-lazy river, Rascal’s Round Up children’s area, the FlowRider surf simulator and a 4,000-square-foot arcade.

H₂OLIDAYS HIGHLIGHTS

Epic Tree Lighting Celebration — Nov. 28 , 6-6:30 p.m.

The fun begins with the Epic Tree Lighting Celebration featuring live entertainment, giveaways, appearances by Santa and Waddles, free hot chocolate and plenty of holiday cheer. (Free with waterpark admission.)

Breakfast with Santa — Dec. 5-6, 12-13, 19-20

Returning by popular demand, families can enjoy Breakfast with Santa during six weekend seatings in December. Each experience will include breakfast, a holiday activity, story time and photos with Santa, plus all-day waterpark admission. Saturday seatings will be offered from 9-10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday seatings will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tickets are $64.99 for adults and $49.99 for children. Passholder pricing is $44.99 for adults and $29.99 for children, and a family four-pack is available for $199.99. Early booking is recommended.

Epic Family New Year’s Eve — Dec. 31

Ring in 2027 with a family-friendly, luau-style celebration featuring in-park entertainment, hula dancers, a VIP buffet option and an epic Duck Drop!

HOLIDAY FUN THAT GIVES BACK

Through its annual Epic Gives campaign, Epic Waters will support Grand Prairie families through several holiday initiatives. Through Nov. 20, the Fill the Flex food drive — which collected more than 10,000 items last year — will offer one complimentary return ticket to guests who donate 10 eligible non-perishable food items. Return tickets are valid through Feb. 28, 2027; Saturdays and holidays are excluded.

During the Grand Gobbler Giveaway, Nov. 6–20, guests who donate a 6-, 9- or 12-pound turkey will receive two, four or six complimentary admission tickets, respectively.

Epic Waters also will collect financial donations for Santa Cop, with contributions matched to help Grand Prairie Police Department’s campaign to purchase bicycles, helmets and knee pads for area kids in need. Ticket redemption dates, holiday blackouts and other restrictions apply; visit the Epic Waters website or Guest Services for complete details.

H₂OLIDAYS - KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

- H₂OLIDAYS ticket prices vary by day and begin at $20/$35 for Grand Prairie residents/non-residents, and include access to Epic Waters’ slides and attractions. Breakfast with Santa and New Year's Eve tickets are sold separately. For the best value, Epic Elite Annual Passes offer year-round admission, including holidays, school breaks and special events, plus exclusive perks and in-park discounts. Tickets for New Year’s Eve are now available.

- Guests should bring their own towels, although towels and other essentials are available for purchase in the Epic Waters retail shop if needed. Food and beverages for all price points are available at the Hungry Wave Café.

- The waterpark is open every day during the holiday season except Christmas Day. Operating hours vary. For a complete schedule, including details about activities, entertainment and holiday programming, visit epicwatersgp.com or follow Epic Waters on social media.

Epic Waters is a year-round destination in Grand Prairie, offering over 80,000 square feet of indoor aquatic attractions. Known as a "cruise ship on land," the  award-winning waterpark provides a climate-controlled environment for guests of all ages. Epic Waters is a signature destination of EpicCentral, a 172-acre recreation and entertainment development owned by the City of Grand Prairie that is growing in prominence as a top destination for North Texas, particularly in the southern Dallas-Fort Worth sector. Centrally located off Highway 161 north of I-20, EpicCentral boasts adventure parks, waterfront dining for all budgets, special events, live music, scenic paths, play spaces and green spaces, hotels, an event and convention center, and Illuvia, a nightly Vegas-style water and light show. In addition to Epic Waters, notable EpicCentral destinations include Bolder Adventure Park, PlayGrand Adventures, Chicken N Pickle, as well as dining options that include Vidorra, Serious Eats and The Finch restaurants. In 2026, Epic Waters earned a top 3 spot on USAToday’s “10 Best” list for indoor waterparks for the fifth consecutive year.