NYE Retro Splash Bash

December 31, 2025

4:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Get ready to throw it back and ring in 2026 in style at WaTiki® Indoor Waterpark Resort! Our family-friendly Retro Splash Bash is the ultimate 80s, 90s, and 2000s New Year’s Eve celebration in the Black Hills. With exclusive waterpark access, live DJ, delicious food, and a retro-themed atmosphere, this is the can’t-miss NYE party of the year.

*Exclusive event access is only available with the NYE Retro Splash Bash Package—so make sure to add it to your hotel stay to join the party!

 

NYE Package – Starting at $189+ 

Your package includes everything you need for an unforgettable night:

– Hotel Stay at one of our connected hotels

– 5 WaTiki® Indoor Waterpark Passes

– 5 Sliders Bar & Grill Buffet Tickets

– 2 Exclusive NYE Retro Towels

– Access to the NYE Retro Splash Bash

 

Event Schedule

4:30 PM – Exclusive waterpark access begins

5:30 PM – 8:00 PM – All-You-Can-Eat Buffet at Sliders Bar & Grill

Menu: Burgers, hot dogs, pasta cold salad, chips, sides, cookies, condiments, and fountain soda.

6:00 PM – Live DJ spins the best hits from the 80s, 90s & 2000s

8:30 PM – 10:00 PM – 1-topping pizzas available for purchase at Sliders

10:00 PM – Beach Ball Drop inside the waterpark

 

Late Night – Bar at Sliders stays open with drink specials available for purchase

 

Don’t forget to grab your exclusive NYE Retro Splash Bash merch on-site to remember the night you splashed into 2026!

 

Noon Year’s Ball Drop

January 1, 2026 | Noon

Keep the celebration going the next day! Join us inside WaTiki® at 12:00 PM on New Year’s Day for our Noon Year’s Ball Drop. Perfect for kids, families, and anyone who wants a second round of festive fun.

 

Extend the Fun – Special Room Add-Ons

When you book the NYE Retro Splash Bash Package, you’ll unlock exclusive hotel deals:

December 30, 2025 – Stay an extra night for just $20.25 (includes 5 waterpark passes)

January 1, 2026 – Stay an extra night for just $20.26 (includes 5 waterpark passes)

Make it a full family getaway and enjoy WaTiki® longer!

 

*The NYE Retro Splash Bash is only available with a hotel package. Contact one of our five connected hotels to secure your spot today.

 

Book Your New Year’s Stay

Home2 Suites by HiltonResidence Inn by MarriottFairfield by MarriottLa Quinta by WyndhamCourtyard by Marriott

Family Friendly, Vacation, SD, hotel

 

PLAN AHEAD

CALL 605-791-4662

Amenities:

Free breakfast

Inviting lobby and business center

State-of-the-art equipment in expansive fitness center

Home2 Market

Free high-speed wireless Internet access

Complimentary on-site parking

Discounted admission to WaTiki® Waterpark including waterslides, lazy river, arcade, and more

Pack the bowls and leash, Home2 Suites is pet friendly— One-time $50 pet fee per room

Residence Inn, Hotel, WaTiki Waterpark

 

PLAN AHEAD

CALL 605-791-9600

Amenities:

Complimentary Breakfast

Business Center

Fitness Center

Fully equipped kitchen in each room

Free high-speed wireless Internet access

Discounted admission to WaTiki® Waterpark including waterslides, lazy river, arcade, and more

Pack the bowls and leash, Residence Inn is pet friendly — One-time $100 pet fee per room. Max 2 pets per room.

Family, Hotels, Fairfield Inn

 

PLAN AHEAD

CALL 605-718-9600

Amenities:

Complimentary Breakfast

Business Center

Fitness Center

Free high-speed wireless Internet access

Discounted admission to WaTiki® Waterpark including waterslides, lazy river, arcade, and more

 

PLAN AHEAD

CALL 605-718-7000

Amenities:

Newly renovated guest rooms

Complimentary Breakfast

Business Center

Fitness Center

Free high-speed wireless Internet access

Complimentary on-site parking

Discounted admission to WaTiki® Waterpark including waterslides, lazy river, arcade, and more

Pack the bowls and leash, La Quinta by Wyndham is pet friendly — Max 2 pets per room. $10 pet fee per night

Courtyard by Marriott Logo

 

PLAN AHEAD

CALL 605-791-0945

Amenities:

Business Center

Fitness Center

Bistro and full bar on-site

Meeting Space

Free high-speed wireless Internet access