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Sandcastle Waterpark Opens for Its 35th Celebration Season Today

Sandcastle Water Park Credit: Courtesy Photo

Sandcastle Waterpark – named one of the top waterparks in the nation by U.S. News and World Report – opens its gates on Saturday, May 25 for the park’s 35th Celebration Season. The unofficial start to summer kicks off a season-long lineup of celebrations, special events and extra days to play at Pittsburgh’s Hometown Waterpark.

“We are thrilled to welcome guests this summer with what is sure to be Sandcastle’s biggest and best season, celebrating 35 years of splashing good times,” says Sandcastle’s Assistant General Manager, Zachary Zapf. “With the completion of the park’s massive multi-year enhancement project and this summer’s exciting events, guests are in store for a truly elevated waterpark experience.”

Sandcastle Water Park Credit: Courtesy Photo


The highly anticipated 35th Celebration Season is packed with the best summer fun in the region with Sandcastle’s distinctive blend of thrills and relaxation, exclusive offers and new and enhanced events. Every day is a party at Sandcastle, but guests can amp up the excitement with all special events and celebrations lined up throughout the entire season, including:

                     Sandcastle celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week with free admission to all educators, plus discounted tickets for family and friends, beginning opening day May 25 through June 30;

                     Jammin’ July will return this year, featuring the finest in local entertainment headlining Pittsburgh’s most unique concert venue every Saturday in July; and

                     Everyone is invited to Sandcastle’s 35th Birthday Celebration on July 17 for a Boardwalk birthday bash with music, Sandcastle giveaways and of course birthday cake.

Sandcastle Water Park Credit: Courtesy Photo

35 years young and better than ever, Sandcastle’s multi-year transformation is complete with its vibrant beachy boardwalk vibe and parkwide enhancements. Bomb’s Away, the newest water slide addition features a 305-foot-long freefalling flight of fun at a jaw-dropping 26 feet per second. Mon Tsunami and Mushroom Pool have a new brick façade, backdrops and a waterfall element making it the perfect place to catch some waves and sun. The new Sandcastle Bridge Bar and Grill offers a beach bar experience along the Mon, a cozy outside turfed space, comfortable seating and lawn games. Guests can enjoy popular seaside fare like shrimp tacos, frozen margaritas and other beachy blends and bites.

A Season Pass is the best way for guests to dive into the fun at Sandcastle, offering the best value with special benefits. Throughout the entire season, Passholder Perk Weekends offer early access to attractions, bonus activities and in-park discounts. Right now, guests can buy a day and get summer free during the Opening Season Pass Sale. For the best value, the Platinum Season Pass provides the most benefits and unlimited access to Sandcastle, Kennywood, and Idlewild & SoakZone. Single day tickets are available right now at 50% off.

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