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An amusement park in Washington will be shutting its doors after nearly 50 years

A spokesman for Wild Waves Theme and Water Park in Federal Way said the park was unable to maintain costs after its temporary closure during COVID

Wild Waves will reopen in 2026 for its final operational season

A beloved Washington theme park has announced its closure after nearly 50 years of business.

In a press release shared to the Wild Waves Theme and Water Park’s official website on Wednesday, Dec. 10, Kieran Burke, president and owner of Premier Parks, announced the 2026 season would be the park’s last.

Wild Waves opened in 1977 and became a popular destination for guests across the Pacific Northwest region, thanks in part to its combination of amusement park attractions and waterpar

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