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Hawaiian Falls Waco Unveils New 'The Rush' Ride

Hawaiian Falls in Waco has opened a new interactive water slide called The Rush, designed for younger guests, while season pass sales show a significant increase.

Pierce Stroud

July 4, 20261 min read

Amusement park ride - illustration, Jake Team LLC
Amusement park ride - illustration, Jake Team LLC

Hawaiian Falls in Waco has introduced a new attraction named The Rush, an interactive water slide that allows riders to control the audio experience during their descent. The ride features a selection of hundreds of songs, with the chosen track playing as guests travel down the slide. The experience is accompanied by strobe lights that flash in synchronization with the music, creating a dynamic environment within the darkened tunnel.

According to Emily Bennett, the marketing director for Hawaiian Falls, the attraction was specifically engineered to appeal to the "tween" demographic. The design allows this age group to have agency over their entertainment by selecting the music they wish to hear while navigating the ride. The park aims to provide an ever-changing experience for visitors through this customizable feature.

Business metrics for the Waco location indicate strong performance heading into the season. Bennett reported that season pass sales for the park are currently up 29 percent compared to the same period last year. She noted that this increase was anticipated by park management.

The opening of The Rush marks a development for the local water park industry. The facility continues to expand its offerings to attract visitors. Details regarding the specific cost of tickets or the exact location of the new ride within the park grounds were not provided in the available information.

Further details about future attractions or long-term strategic plans for Hawaiian Falls were not disclosed. The park remains open for the current season with the new addition to its roster of rides.

Hawaiian Falls is one of The Colony's largest employers, with about 208 local employees, according to local government records.

Source: wacotrib.com.

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Pierce Stroud

Pierce Stroud reports on local business, new openings, and economic development in The Colony.

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