Summary
Wild Waves Theme Park in Federal Way, Washington, will close permanently in November 2026 after being in operation for 49 years. The park's owner, Premier Parks, cited rising operational costs and financial losses since reopening after COVID-19 as reasons for the closure. Plans for future projects on the site are in early stages.
Key Facts
- Wild Waves Theme Park opened in 1977 in Federal Way, Washington.
- The park will close permanently on November 1, 2026, after 49 years of operation.
- Rising operational costs and financial losses since the COVID-19 reopening are reasons for the closure.
- The park is owned by Premier Parks and employs 800 seasonal staff and 35 full-time employees.
- Wild Waves is the largest combination theme and water park in Washington state.
- All 2026 events, season passes, and tickets will be honored by the park.
- Plans for future development at the site are being considered, but details are not yet finalized.
