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Cool off and celebrate our nation's 250th birthday this summer at Buccaneer State Park during our A250 Independence Celebration! From water slides and inflatables to live music, games, vendors, and patriotic activities, this two-day event combines all the fun of a summer waterpark getaway with a festive Fourth of July celebration on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Bring your friends and family and enjoy everything from thrilling water attractions and live entertainment to family-friendly competitions, great food, and nonstop fun all weekend long!
July 3 | Waterpark Fun & Live Entertainment ($2.00 Park Entry Fee + Standard Waterpark Admission)
Waterpark admission is $21 for guests 48" tall and over and $15 for guests under 48" tall.
Children ages 5 and under are admitted free (park entry only).
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Buccaneer Bay Waterpark Open
- All event activities will take place inside the waterpark.
- Standard waterpark admission rates apply.
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Inflatables, Activities & Games, Live DJ on the Deck
- Included with waterpark admission.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Limbo Competition
- There is no pre-registration required.
- Participants will be invited to participate through announcements made by the event DJ.
- Included with waterpark admission.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Face Painting
- Included with waterpark admission.
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Food & Treat Vendors
Food and beverages will require additional purchases.
July 4 | Full Day Celebration ($2.00 Park Entry Fee + Standard Waterpark Admission)
Waterpark admission is $21 for guests 48" tall and over and $15 for guests under 48" tall.
Children ages 5 and under are admitted free (park entry only).
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM: Buccaneer Bay Waterpark Open
- All event activities will take place inside the waterpark.
- Standard waterpark admission rates apply.
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM: Inflatables, Activities & Games, Live DJ on the Deck
- Included with waterpark admission.
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Food & Treat Vendors
- Food and beverages will require additional purchases.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Limbo Competition
- There is no pre-registration required.
- Participants will be invited to participate through announcements made by the event DJ.
- Included with waterpark admission.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Face Painting
- Included with waterpark admission.
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Patriotic Ceremony (Inside Waterpark Grass Area)
Included with waterpark admission.
The A250 Flag Ceremony and patriotic presentation will be conducted by MDWFP Honor Guard and MDWFP Law Enforcement personnel.
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Patriotic Music Finale
Included with waterpark admission.
Make it a full getaway—book a campsite or cabin and turn your holiday into a summer staycation!
Plan your visit: www.reserve.mdwfp.com
For more America 250 celebrations: https://www.mdwfp.com/america250
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