Schlitterbahn's Hill Country Christmas

New Braunfels, Texas

Schlitterbahn New Braunfels, summer's home to the world's best waterpark, transforms the original Schlitterbahn into a dazzling evening spectacular blanketed with more than 1 million lights, amazing attractions, dazzling shows, festive food and unique shopping, making this a new must-see holiday family tradition.

Opening for weekend operation (Friday - Sunday) beginning Friday, November 28, the event is open daily December 19, 2008 through January 4, 2009 (except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). The park opens at 5pm and closing times vary.

Don't miss these festive holiday attractions:

Ice Skating - Enjoy the majesty of real ice skating under the stars on a giant ice rink (skate rental is an additional fee).
Sled Run - Slide down a snowy hill on a fast and fun toboggan run.
Santa - Meet the Jolly Old Elf himself (Santa available through Dec. 23).
Nativity - Embrace the meaning of the season while gazing upon an elaborately sculpted life-size lit nativity.
Candy Cane Lane Light Tunnel - Be mesmerized by chasing lights while walking through a series of illuminated arches.
Schatze's Winter Wonderland - Kids of all ages are invited to play in the snow and meet Schlitterbahn's beloved mascot Schatze all decked out for the holidays.
Train Display - Bring back the memories of your childhood while enjoying the timeless tradition of a holiday train display.
Santa's Workshop - Come explore the North Pole filled with a variety of whimsical animated light sculptures, Holiday Illuminations light show and snow, snow, snow.
Rudolph's Reindeer Barn - Come hug and have your photo taken with the most famous reindeer of all.
Winter Wassail Hot Tub - Stay toasty warm this holiday season under the stars in a giant outdoor hot tub. Spirits available.

There will be featured holiday shows every night:

Scrooge's Haus - He's back and he's not happy about the holidays. Be sure to capture the fun and banter of Mr. Bah Humbug himself. Several shows nightly.
Christmas Reflections - A River of Lights Spectacular - Be inspired by an innovative, immersive light show choreographed to new Christmas classics along the banks of the Comal River. Several shows nightly.
Holiday Illuminations - Brrr... get ready to get caught in a blizzard of snow as guests visit the North Pole and watch Santa's workshop come alive with dancing lights and animated sculptures synchronized to festive holiday tunes. Several shows nightly.
Live Entertainment - An assortment of entertainment is presented throughout the park including Christmas carolers, street performers and bands.

Shopping is one of the best things about the holidays!

Christmas Shoppe - Located in a beautifully restored 150-year-old Hill Country home, the Shoppe is filled with three floors of unique, designer collectibles elaborately displayed throughout holiday-themed rooms.
Crafter Village - Stroll through a boulevard of eclectic shops filled with a unique collection of handcrafted items.

"We're excited to create a new family tradition this holiday season," explained Darren Hill, general manager for Schlitterbahn New Braunfels. "This new event truly captures the magic of Christmas morning every night. Visiting families will be thrilled with the variety of holiday attractions, shopping, food and shows that can all be enjoyed in one evening together."

Tickets available at schlitterbahnchristmas.com are $14.99 for general event admission and $12.99 for children, ages 3 - 11 and seniors 55 years or older. Taxes are not included in the ticket prices. Parking is FREE! Operating hours, dates and attraction availability are subject to change.

For more information log on to www.schlitterbahnchristmas.com.