Hawaiian Falls Roanoke gave North Texas families an icy escape from the summer heat Monday afternoon by dumping more than 2,000 pounds — one full ton — of ice into the park’s wave pool.

Children and families gathered around the wave pool for a countdown before Hawaiian Falls team members released the ice, creating a refreshing splash and plenty of cool summer fun.

The annual Hawaiian Falls Ice Dump has become a popular tradition for families looking for a memorable way to beat the North Texas heat.

“Nothing says summer in North Texas quite like one ton of ice splashing into a wave pool,” said Ron Mckenzie, director of marketing for Hawaiian Falls. “Our annual ice dump gives families a fun and memorable way to cool off together while making the most of these hot summer days.”

Following the dump, children swam through the wave pool, collected pieces of ice and enjoyed a brief break from the summer temperatures.

Hawaiian Falls Roanoke is open throughout the summer and features attractions for guests of all ages, including a wave pool, water slides, a lazy river and interactive play areas. 

Hawaiian Falls 2026 special events include:

• Dive in Movie – July 24 in Mansfield, Roanoke, and 
  in Waco.
• Aloha Back to School Supply Drive – July 27 – August 9

Hawaiian Falls operates family-friendly water parks in Mansfield, Roanoke and Waco, Texas. Each park offers water attractions and experiences designed to help families spend time together and create lasting summer memories. For additional information, visit hfalls.com.