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Spooky swan song: Wild Waves ends with Fright Fest on Nov. 1

Wild Waves Theme and Water Park in Federal Way will permanently close on Nov 1, hosting its final legendary Fright Fest this week. The family-fun institution has operated in the Pacific Northwest for nearly 50 years.
Visitors are flocking to the grounds for one last opportunity to enjoy the Halloween-themed October festival before permanent closure. The park's partial emptiness reflects the inevitable nature of this ending.
The Wild Thing debuted in 1997 and The Timberhawk in 2003; both remain open for riders seeking thrills. One visitor said, "It's notably more terrifying when you can't see what's coming next."
Beyond the rollercoasters, the weekend exhibition features the Insidious Circus with acrobatic performances. Patrons continue gathering along Enchanted Parkway despite long waits, celebrating the park's legacy.
As Nov 1 approaches, the community is saying goodbye to a nexus of childhood memories. The Water Park has already been drained, leaving only the theme park attractions for this final week.

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Spooky swan song: Wild Waves ends with Fright Fest on Nov. 1

The waters of Wild Waves Theme and Water Park have calmed, receded and been drained forever, but for one more week the local amusement park will thrill and entertain with its legendary Fright Fest. A spooky, night-soaked, Halloween-themed October festival that has, for a long time, Fright Fest has offered haunted houses, darkened roller coasters and the opportunity to wear a fun costume outside of trick-or-treating or bar-hopping.

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