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Admission

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari have a pay-one-price admission, which entitles Guests to ride all the rides (except where safety regulations impose height and/or weight restrictions) and see all the shows and attractions in operation during the day of admission. Age verification may be requested. Prices and schedules are subject to change without notice.

Re-Admission

Be sure to have your wrist stamped at the Front Gate as you leave if you wish to return to the park that day.

ATM Machines

ATM machines are located in Holiday World's Christmas section (on the side of Kringle's Kafe) and in Splashin' Safari (next to Locker Rental).

Auditions for Musical Shows

Auditions for Holiday World's 2009 musical shows were held in December and January. Please click here for more details if you're interested in auditioning for 2010.

Behavior

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari are family parks. Foul language and unruly behavior will not be tolerated. No alcohol, weapons, knives or firearms allowed on premises. No running, spitting, or throwing of objects permitted. No solicitation or unapproved distribution of literature on park property. Each Guest must also comply with the Rider Responsibility code as mandated by the State of Indiana. Please remember that items in pockets are considered "loose items" that could injure you or another rider; secure all loose items before riding.

Blogs, Twitter and Facebook

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari have two blogs! For stories, announcements, musings, and (when appropriate) construction updates, check out HoliBlog: A Walk in the Park. To read stories emailed to us by visitors, please read our Shared Memories blog. Both blogs have a "comments" option, so please tell us what you think! We're also on Twitter and Facebook.

Cameras/Cell Phones on Rides

Cameras of any size or type are only permitted on the following four rides: The Freedom Train, Doggone Trail, Star Spangled Carousel and The Lewis & Clark Trail. Absolutely no cameras are allowed on any of the other rides (even when secured in a pocket or fanny pack). For everyone's safety, cell phone use is not permitted on rides.

Credit Cards

MasterCard, Visa, and Discover are honored at the ticket booths, shops, and restaurants (with the exception of Udderly Blue Ice Cream). (Please note: At St. Nick's Rentals, all payments and deposits must be in cash.)

Dress Code: Holiday World

Shoes, shirts and shorts are required for admission to Holiday World & Splashin' Safari (even for Guests wishing to use only the water park). Bikini swimsuit tops (or bikini-style tops) must be covered by a shirt when worn in Holiday World. Clothing or body art with rude, vulgar or inflammatory language or graphics is not permitted. "Heelys" and "Rollies"-style shoes not permitted; wheels must be retracted or removed from shoes.

Dress Code: Splashin' Safari

To participate at Splashin' Safari, swimwear or shorts and shirts may be worn and must be modest in design and gender appropriate. No revealing or thong swimsuits allowed. Clothing or body art with rude, vulgar or inflammatory language or graphics is not permitted. Swim shoes, sandals, and aqua socks are allowed (and encouraged if your feet are sensitive) on the water slides. Children in diapers must wear swim diapers (available in our shops). Guests must change into street clothes (shoes, shorts and shirts) before returning to Holiday World. Showers and changing rooms are provided and rental lockers are available.

For the Health & Safety of all Guests

  • Please don't swim when you have diarrhea (this is especially important for children in diapers).
  • Please don't swallow the pool and spray fountain water.
  • Please wash your hands after using the restroom or changing diapers.
  • Please take your children on bathroom breaks and check diapers often.
  • Please change diapers in restrooms only, never at poolside or restaurant tables.
  • Please clean your child thoroughly (especially the rear end) before swimming.

Please note: According to the Epilepsy Foundation, seizures in photosensitive people may be triggered by sunlight, especially when shimmering off water. This could occur for the first time in a water park; if so, cover one eye (either one) with one hand until the stimulus is over. Closing both eyes or turning eyes in another direction will not help. For more information, look here on the Epilepsy Foundation's website.

Fireworks

On Saturday, July 4, don't miss our patriotic fireworks display as Holiday World closes for the evening at 9:30 pm CDT.

First Aid

The parks' First Aid building is located at the entrance to Splashin' Safari.

Food

Please click here to see a list of menus and food prices at Holiday World & Splashin' Safari, including our Food Allergen Friendly menu. No food, drinks, or coolers may be brought into the parks. (The only exception is baby food and formula.) The Lakeside Picnic Shelter (which is entered from the parking lot) is available to Guests wishing to bring picnic lunches and/or snacks (grills are not provided nor may guests bring their own). The Lakeside Picnic Shelter is available on a first-come basis and may not be reserved. Absolutely no alcoholic beverages may be consumed or brought onto Holiday World & Splashin' Safari property.

Guests with Disabilities

A park Accessibility Guide is available online and in printed form. Wheelchairs, adult strollers, child strollers, wagons and electric scooters are available to rent for the day on a first come, first-served basis.

Inner Tubes

Use of inner tubes at Splashin' Safari is free.

Lifeguards

Splashin' Safari is staffed by certified lifeguards.

Lifejackets

Lifejackets are available at no charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Smaller sizes are available for children weighing up to 90 pounds; the medium adult size is for chests measuring 37-40"; the large adult life vest fits chests measuring 40-43". Bins containing these life jackets are located at both wave pools in Splashin' Safari. You are also welcome to bring your own lifejackets and/or water wings. No other floatation devices are permitted.

Line Jumping

Line jumping is not allowed under any circumstances. Line jumping is defined as cutting in line or leaving line and trying to re-enter for any reason. If a member of your party leaves the ride line for any reason (including getting a soft drink or using the restroom) the rest of the party may not "hold" his or her place. Instead, the person who left the line must go to the end of the line.

Lockers

All-day lockers are available on a first-come, first-served basis in Splashin' Safari and near Holiday World's front gate for $5 plus a $5 deposit that is returned to you when you turn in your locker key. The lockers measure approximately 9.5" x 10.5" x 16".

Lost & Found

If you misplace an item during your visit, check at Lost and Found (Guest Relations at Holiday World and Locker Rental in Splashin' Safari) before leaving to fill out a lost and found report. We will contact you if your item is found. If you realize you left an item behind after your visit, please click here to file a report. Before your visit, please plan ahead and leave irreplaceable items at home or label them with your contact information. During your visit, observe signage directing you to secure all loose items before riding. Be sure to contact us with Lost & Found information within two weeks of your visit as items are relinquished on a regular basis. We do not save items such as socks and underwear, personal baby items (such as bottles, pacifiers and sippy cups), unmarked film canisters, unmarked disposable cameras, personal toiletry items, and hair accessories. Please note: Holiday World is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Mobile Phone Website

View Holiday World & Splashin' Safari's schedule, prices, services and more on your cellphone: http://mobile.holidayworld.com

Next-Day Tickets

Be sure to purchase your Next-Day Tickets for $21 each before leaving the park on your first day. To save time, purchase your Next Day tickets when you buy your First Day tickets.

Nursing Mothers

You are welcome to enjoy the air-conditioned comfort and privacy of our Nursing Mothers' Room, adjacent to our First Aid Building (located at the entrance to Splashin' Safari) while nursing your little ones.

Parking

Parking is always free. Cars, campers, and other vehicles may not be left overnight in the parking lots. No distribution of unapproved literature, or any other type of solicitation on park property, including the parking lots.

Pets & Kennels

An air-conditioned kennel is available for pets for a $10 fee. There's also an outdoor kennel available for a $5 fee. Space in both kennels is available on a first-come, first-served basis, during regular park hours only. Be sure to bring the pet's food; an attendant will keep pets watered during the day. The individual kennels vary in size; the largest measure 46" long x 23" wide x 36" high. Check-in is at Guest Relations. With the exception of Service Animals, pets are not permitted in the parks. Please note that pets must be in carriers to be allowed on trams in the parking lot.

Phone Find

Visiting with small children? If you're carrying a cell phone during your visit, please pick up free Phone Find wristbands (at Lost Parents, Wagon Rental, or Guest Relations) for them to wear. Simply print your cell-phone number on the wristband and instruct your child to go to a uniformed park employee if he or she gets separated from you. We'll call you and get you and your child reunited.

Pricing

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari do not have "adult" and "child" tickets. Instead, children two and under are free, and paid admissions are divided into the following categories

General Admission, Guests-under-54-inches, and Seniors (60+). Guests who are close to 54-inches in height will be measured with their shoes on at the front gate to determine which ticket they should purchase.

Privacy Policy

Please review HolidayWorld.com's Privacy Policy before purchasing tickets online or signing up for our e-newsletter.

Rain

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari do not close in bad weather; the rides continue to operate in the rain. If there is lightning in the immediate area, the rides in both parks will temporarily shut down, and will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so. We encourage your family to wait out the storm and enjoy the rest of your day with us.

Family Restrooms

Family Restrooms are located in Splashin' Safari, next to Jungle Jets and also between Bahari Wave Pool and Bahari River.

Ride Restrictions

Height and/or weight restrictions (click here for list) apply to a number of Holiday World & Splashin' Safari rides and attractions. These restrictions are made for safety purposes and are strictly enforced.

Rider Responsibility

Indiana Administrative Code Title 685 Section 1-2-4 requires the following of amusement device patrons: Patrons have a duty to not participate in or on any amusement ride, device or attraction when under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Patrons have duty to properly use all ride or device safety equipment provided. At Holiday World & Splashin' Safari, any Guest who tampers with a safety device (such as a lapbar or seatbelt) or in any way fails to follow posted or verbal safety instructions, will be required to leave the park without refund of admission price.

Rides at Closing

Please don't wait until just before closing time to ride your favorite ride one last time. The lines at the more popular rides may close early so that everyone already in line gets to ride before (or shortly after) the park closes.

Smoke Free

Holiday World and Splashin' Safari are smoke-free parks. Smoking is only permitted in specially designated Smoking Areas located throughout the parks. There is one Smoking Area in each of Holiday World's four holiday-themed sections, plus a Smoking Area near each of the two wave pools in Splashin' Safari.

Strollers, Wheelchairs, Scooters and Wagons

Strollers ($3), wagons ($5), adult strollers ($5), wheelchairs ($5) and scooters ($39.99) are available for all-day rental on a first-come, first-served basis (beginning at 9:00 am CDT) at St. Nick's General Store (just inside the front gate). Each stroller, wagon, adult stroller and wheelchair requires a $5 deposit which is returned to you when you turn in the wagon, wheelchair or stroller at the end of your visit; there's no deposit for the scooters. Wagons are for children only (maximum weight 75 pounds); absolutely no adults in wagons. The maximum weight limit on the scooters is 250 pounds. (Please note: All deposits must be in cash.)

Sunscreen

30 SPF sunscreen (PABA-free) is provided free of charge in Splashin' Safari plus in Holidog's Funtown and next to Indian River in Holiday World's 4th of July section.

Towels

Please bring your own beach towels or plan to purchase them at one of our gift shops.

Water Temperature

The current average water temperature in Splashin' Safari is 80 degrees (updated 9/19/09).

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