VOTE: Splashin' Safari in Newsweek's Best Outdoor Water Park 2026

Holiday World and Splashin' Safari are getting a lot of national recognition this week, and they need your votes to be crowned the best in the country.

This week, Holiday World & Splashin' Safari received nine nominations in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in various categories for theme parks and water parks. Voting is still underway for those awards. If you want to learn more about what awards Holiday World & Splashin' Safari were nominated for, and give them your vote, you can click here. The nominations continue to roll in for the southern Indiana parks, as Splashin' Safari is up for another national award that could use your votes.

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Splashin' Safari Nominated for Newsweek's Best Outdoor Water Park

Splashin’ Safari has just been nominated for Best Outdoor Water Park in Newsweek’s Readers’ Choice Awards in 2026! This program highlights top destinations, companies, and products, with nominees selected through expert recommendations and editorial review. Splashin' Safari is one of fifteen outdoor water parks in the country up for this award with Newsweek. Here's what the publication had to say about this southern Indiana gem:

This Indiana gem is home to two of the longest water coasters in the world: Wildebeest and Mammoth. Consistently ranked among the top water parks globally, it is celebrated for its exceptional value, offering free unlimited soft drinks and sunscreen to all guests. The park's integration with the legendary Holiday World theme park creates a comprehensive multi-day destination, making it a favorite for budget-conscious families who refuse to compromise on quality.

Voting ends April 22, 2026. The 10 winners will be announced on May 6, 2026. Readers can vote once per day throughout the voting period. You can cast your vote by clicking here.

It's no secret to us here in the Evansville area how awesome Splashin' Safari is, and apparently, it's no secret to the rest of the country either. There's so much fun to be had whenever you visit. From floating down the lazy river to chilling in the wave pools, the six massive water slides, and their three awesome water coasters, Splashin' Safari is a great time for everyone in the entire family. Let's vote to help ensure that Splashin' Safari wins this prestigious award!