Metro Atlanta’s favorite water park, Six Flags White Water, has announced its opening date for 2026. It will open its gates for the 2026 season on Saturday, May 9, launching a summer packed with fresh investments designed to enhance guest comfort, convenience, and fun.

The highlight of the season is a significant renovation of the park’s iconic Little Hooch Lazy River, one of its signature attractions since the park’s debut in 1984.

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While the beloved lazy river experience itself remains unchanged, the infrastructure project focuses on long-term durability to ensure the unique, one-of-a-kind layout continues delighting families for years to come.

The refreshed attraction is scheduled to reopen later this summer.

“This is always one of the most exciting times of the year for our team, and we’re excited to welcome guests back to the park,” said Lindsey Lambert, water park director. “This season, our investment in the Little Hooch Lazy River is especially significant. While the attraction guests know and love isn’t changing, the infrastructure project reinforces our long-term commitment to maintaining the experiences families return for year after year.”

New Premium Experiences and Amenities

In addition to the lazy river refresh, the park is introducing several guest-focused enhancements:

  • New Premium Experience Center: Guests can upgrade their day with cabana and lounge chair rentals, lazy river tube rentals, Fast Lane passes, and other VIP options.
  • Fast Lane: A new service that provides shorter wait times at select attractions.
  • Expanded Food & Beverage: Freshly squeezed lemonade, hand-spun milkshakes, fried Oreos, and additional tasty options will be available throughout the park.
  • Enhanced Relaxation Areas: New lounge chairs, picnic tables, and seating zones offer more comfortable spots to rest between rides.

Summer Hiring Underway

Six Flags White Water is actively recruiting more than 800 seasonal team members for positions in aquatics, food and beverage, park services, security, and other areas.

Benefits include competitive pay, free park admission, tickets for friends and family, scholarships, advancement opportunities, and paid lifeguard training and certification.

A hiring fair is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, from noon to 8 p.m. at the Six Flags White Water Hiring Center, located at 250 Cobb Pkwy N, Marietta, GA 30062. Applications are also being accepted online at jobs.sixflags.com.

Free Pre-K Pass for Young Guests

Families with young children can take advantage of a special promotion.

pThrough May 31, season passholders with kids ages 3–5 can register for a free Pre-K Pass, granting unlimited admission for the entire 2026 season at 22 participating Six Flags parks. Details and registration are available at sixflags.com/pre-k-pass.

Best Value: Memberships and Season Passes

Park officials recommend visiting with a membership or season pass for the best experience and value. A Gold Membership starts at just $7 per month and includes unlimited visits to White Water, free parking, discounts, loyalty rewards, and access to additional parks such as Six Flags Over Georgia and Carowinds.

For the latest deals on season passes and memberships, visit sixflags.com/whitewater.

2026 Operating Schedule

Six Flags White Water will open weekends from May 9–17, with daily operations beginning Friday, May 22.

The combination of a refreshed classic attraction, new premium offerings, expanded dining, and family-friendly promotions positions the 2026 season as one of the most exciting in the park’s 42-year history.

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