RAPID CITY, S.D. – WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort in Rapid City, South Dakota, is offering free day passes to all active-duty military personnel and their families through Nov. 30, 2025, in response to the ongoing government shutdown. This promotion is part of the “Service Member Splash Days”.
Active-duty service members and their families can receive the complimentary passes by visiting Koko’s Arcade inside WaTiki and presenting a valid military ID. The offer allows military families a cost-free opportunity for fun and relaxation, including the lazy river, water slides and Koko’s Kingdom.
“With the government shutdown creating uncertainty for many service members and their families, we wanted to provide a way for them to take a break and enjoy some fun together,” said Liz Lanphear, General Manager at WaTiki Indoor Waterpark and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham.
In addition to the free passes, the resort is offering a special “Stay & Play” rate exclusively for active-duty military families. Guests can stay at the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark or Fairfield by Marriott for $48.99 per night, which includes waterpark passes. This discounted rate aims to turn a day of fun into a well-deserved getaway for those serving in the Black Hills area.
To book the Stay & Play deal, families can call La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham at (605) 718-7000 or Fairfield by Marriott at (605) 718-9600. Full promotion details are available online.