Every summer, Everland, South Korea’s largest theme park, transforms into a vibrant hub of excitement with its annual Water Festival. Festivities are set to reach new heights this year as they team up with the world-famous anime, One Piece, for a special collaboration event. From June 20 to August 24, you can plunge into a world of adventure, thrilling water attractions, and exclusive One Piece-themed experiences. Whether you’re a fan of the series or simply looking to beat the heat, the festival promises an unforgettable experience for all. Check out all the special discounts for the park here, and don’t forget to get your discounted one-day pass here.
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*Opening hours and performance times are subject to change without notice due to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.
1. Soaked Zone
The Soaked Zone is one of the most exciting areas of the festival, offering a variety of water-themed activities and performances that promise fun and the perfect opportunity to cool off from the heat for visitors of all ages.
A) Little Pirate’s Playground
| Location: Alpine Village
| Opening Dates and Hours: June 6~/11:00-18:00
The Little Pirate’s Playground is a specially designed water play area for young children. It offers a safe and engaging environment for kids to splash around and enjoy pirate-themed activities like a mini water playground with water sprays and splash zones, as well as a water buster slide that’s sure to provide thrills! There’s also a one-piece photo zone to capture cute memories! There are also convenient changing rooms, allowing visitors to quickly change into dry clothes after getting soaked.
B) Water Play Garden
| Location: Four Seasons Garden
| Opening Dates and Hours: June 20-August 24/12:00-19:00
The Water Play Garden is a vibrant space filled with interactive water features and play equipment. Here you can immerse yourself in refreshing water sprays, fountains, and playful water jets. The garden is designed to accommodate all ages, making it a great place for families and friends to gather and enjoy the festival’s water-themed fun. If you’re a water baby, you’ll love the Water Carnival Game area, which offers a variety of fun and competitive water-based games, including water balloon battles, water ball tosses, and shooting a water gun at a target. You can even get on a pirate ship and prepare to set sail! It is advised to bring your own water gun so you can enjoy the Water Play Garden to the fullest!
In addition to aquatic fun, there’s also a photo spot where you can snap a “bounty poster” style photo to prove you are the honorary member of the Straw Hat pirates and a treasure-hunt style mini game where you can search for hidden golden coins within the festival grounds, letting you engage in a playful quest.
C) Water Performances
| Location: Carnival Square
| Opening Dates and Hours: June 20-August 24
Throughout the Soaked Zone and other key outdoor stages, a series of dynamic water spaces will take place daily during the dates mentioned above. These include:
- Shooting War Fun Season 2: A high-energy water show featuring dynamic sprays and interactive splashing for the whole crowdĀ that takes place twice a day at 14:00 and 17:00
- Skulls Pirate Adventure: An action-packed pirate-themed performance with daring stunts and plenty of water effects that takes place twice a day at 13:30 and 16:00
- Four Seasons Garden Water Cannon Show: A virtually stunning spectacle where powerful water cannons create dazzling displays set to music. There are four shows a day at 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, and 17:30
- Water Spray Show: A lively show taking place from 12:00-19:00 that keeps the audience refreshed with playful water sprays and upbeat entertainment
- BamBam Summer Night: A show taking place in the evening at 19:30 that combines music, lights, and water for a festive summer night finale
2. Dry Zone
The Dry Zone offers a tranquil escape from the water-filled excitement. Here, visitors can enjoy unique animal celebrations and glowing natural wonders without getting wet.
A) Fireflies on a Midsummer Night
| Location: Lost Valley Education Center
| Opening Dates and Hours: July 26-August 10
Experience South Korea’s largest firefly encounter at the Dry Zone. From July 26 to August 10, the Lost Valley Education Center transforms into a glowing haven, allowing visitors to witness the enchanting beauty of fireflies. This limited-time event offers a rare, immersive opportunity to enjoy the sparkling wonder of fireflies, helping to create a magical summer night memory.
B) Bao Family Birthday Event
| Location: Panda World
| Opening Dates and Hours: On the birthday of the Bao Family pandas (July 7, July 13, July 20, July 28)
July is a special month in Everland as it marks the birthdays of the entire Bao panda family, who are famous panda twins Rui Bao and Hui Bao, their mother Ai Bao, older sister Fu Bao, and father Le Bao. The park is preparing both on and offline events to celebrate their birthdays, with detailed information to be released soon!
3. F&B/MD
This year’s Water Festival features a wide range of food, beverages, and merchandise, with special collaborations and exclusive themed offerings for visitors to enjoy.
A) One-Piece Themed Food & Drink
| Location: Holland Village
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At Holland Village, you can indulge in a variety of One Piece-themed food and drinks. The menu includes the āPirate King Plate,ā refreshing drinks in flavors like orange and blueberry, and ice cream inspired by the beloved anime. These creative dishes and treats are designed to immerse fans in the world of One Piece, making your dining experience both delicious and memorable!
B) One-Piece Themed Merchandise
| Location: Alpine Village
Head to the stores within the park to get your hands on limited-edition items like themed t-shirts and take unique commemorative photos at the Photoism photo booth that has 11 types of character frames! Perfect for fans to take home a piece of the festival and celebrate their favorite characters!
C) Lesi X KBO Pop-Up
| Location: Lacium Memorium
| Opening Dates and Hours: July 11~
Donāt miss the Lesi & Friends X KBO pop-up, where you can find collaborative goods featuring Lesi, the adorable KBO mascot. This pop-up offers a range of special merchandise that brings together the fun of Everlandās Lesi character and the spirit of Korean baseball, making it a must-visit for sports and character goods enthusiasts alike.
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4. Enjoy Caribbean Bay Together
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No visit to Everland is complete without experiencing Caribbean Bay, South Korea’s most popular water park, which is located right next to the theme park. Renowned for its extensive water attractions, thrilling slides, and relaxing pools, it’s a top destination for beating the summer heat. The two parks are sure to deliver the ultimate summer getaway right in the heart of Korea.
During the peak season (July 4 to August 24), thereās an exclusive promotion: when you purchase a Caribbean Bay ticket, youāll receive a free Everland Afternoon Pass, allowing you to enjoy both the water park and the theme park in one day. Get your ticket here to have twice the fun!
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Ready to dive into the magic of Everland this summer? From thrilling rides to the splash-filled water festival and heartwarming panda celebrations, thereās something for everyone to enjoy. Donāt miss out on the fun and plan your adventure now with Trazy.com, Koreaās #1 Travel Shop!
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- Everland Official Site