November 5, 2026— H₂OLIDAYS returns to Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark in Grand Prairie, Texas, from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve. Families can trade winter chills for warm-water thrills, with holiday lights, Santa visits, seasonal treats, and a family-friendly New Year’s Eve countdown—all under one roof in the heart of EpicCentral.
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | H₂OLIDAYS at Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark |
| Where | Epic Waters, EpicCentral, Grand Prairie, Texas |
| When | Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve |
| Epic Tree Lighting Celebration | Saturday, Nov. 28 |
| Breakfast with Santa | Dec. 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20 (separate ticket) |
| Epic Family New Year’s Eve | Thursday, Dec. 31 (separate ticket) |
| Admission | Varies by day; from $20 for Grand Prairie residents, $35 for non-residents |
| Tickets | epicwatersgp.com |
What is H₂OLIDAYS at Epic Waters?
H₂OLIDAYS is a monthlong holiday celebration at Epic Waters, Grand Prairie’s award-winning indoor waterpark. Twinkling lights and colorful décor transform the park for the season. Here’s what families can enjoy during H₂OLIDAYS:
- Holiday treats: a festive seasonal menu featuring Waddles Waffles, the Candy Cane Wave and the Melted Snowflake Shake
- Special visitors: appearances by Santa and Waddles, the waterpark’s mascot
- Live music: holiday performances by local bands and choirs
- Year-round favorites: signature slides, the FlowRider® surf simulator, Texas’ longest indoor not-so-lazy river and a 4,000-square-foot arcade
When is the Epic Tree Lighting Celebration?
The Epic Tree Lighting Celebration is Saturday, Nov. 28, and it kicks the festivities into high gear. The evening features live entertainment, giveaways, free hot chocolate and appearances by Santa and Waddles.
When is Breakfast with Santa at Epic Waters?
Breakfast with Santa returns by popular demand on Dec. 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20. Each session combines breakfast, a holiday activity, story time and photos with Santa—followed by a full day of waterpark fun. Breakfast with Santa requires a separate ticket.
What’s happening at Epic Family New Year’s Eve?
H₂OLIDAYS wraps up Dec. 31 with Epic Family New Year’s Eve, a family-friendly, luau-style bash. The party includes:
- DJ music and hula dancers
- In-park entertainment
- The waterpark’s famous Duck Drop countdown to midnight, with earlier countdowns for younger children
Epic Family New Year’s Eve requires a separate ticket.
How much are H₂OLIDAYS tickets?
H₂OLIDAYS admission varies by day. Tickets start at $20 for Grand Prairie residents and $35 for non-residents. Breakfast with Santa and Epic Family New Year’s Eve are ticketed separately.
Visit epicwatersgp.com for tickets and complete details.
Make it an EpicCentral holiday
Epic Waters sits in EpicCentral, Grand Prairie’s entertainment district. Pair a day of warm-water fun with dinner, shopping or more holiday events nearby. [Internal link: EpicCentral holiday events / dining page]
Frequently asked questions
When is H₂OLIDAYS at Epic Waters? H₂OLIDAYS runs from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve at Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark in Grand Prairie, Texas.
Is Epic Waters open during the holidays? Yes. Epic Waters hosts H₂OLIDAYS throughout the holiday season, from Thanksgiving through Dec. 31.
Can kids meet Santa at Epic Waters? Yes. Santa appears during H₂OLIDAYS, at the Epic Tree Lighting Celebration on Nov. 28 and at Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20.
What’s on the H₂OLIDAYS holiday menu? The seasonal menu features Waddles Waffles, the Candy Cane Wave and the Melted Snowflake Shake.
Is there a family-friendly New Year’s Eve party in DFW? Yes. Epic Family New Year’s Eve at Epic Waters is a luau-style party on Dec. 31 with DJ music, hula dancers and the Duck Drop countdown, including earlier countdowns for younger children.
How much does H₂OLIDAYS cost? Admission varies by day, starting at $20 for Grand Prairie residents and $35 for non-residents. Breakfast with Santa and New Year’s Eve require separate tickets.
Where can I buy tickets? Tickets and complete details are at epicwatersgp.com.