Hawaiian Falls Waterparks, including the Roanoke location, will undergo a $1 million makeover, according to a news release from Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, which bought the properties in August.

What’s happening

The three parks, located in Roanoke, Mansfield and Waco, will update water rides and other attractions; expand shade and rest areas; revamp the cabanas; roll out a new food and beverage menu; and introduce new special events.

“Hawaiian Falls has been serving our communities for decades, and we are proud to be the leader in providing refreshing summer fun for families in Texas,” said Ron McKenzie, chief marketing officer of Hawaiian Falls. “We remain committed to serving future generations and believe this renewed investment in our parks will help us create amazing memories for the communities we serve now and for years to come.”

The updates should be completed before May 2, 2026, which will be the opening date for the water parks, according to the release.


The backstory

The Roanoke water park opened in 2011 and has a variety of water slides, a lazy river, water rides, cabanas and amenities such as water tubes and lockers, according to previous reporting.

After Ripley’s Believe It or Not! acquired the three Texas properties in August, the company announced that there will be no change for 2025 and 2026 season pass holders.