Timeline

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This page was last updated on 09/8/2026. Total Pages: 126. Total Files: 88.

5/18/2023 Update: FigmentJedi has been adding lore details to many entries. Walk-thru videos have been added to Realms pages and Whalebone Grill and Totara Market.


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A timeline of the park's history.

See also: Ticket Prices over the years.

THIS IS A WORK-IN-PROGRESS!
If you can help fill in any gaps, please contact me. Thanks! -Allen

2000

  • The Waterpark's minigolf course opens as a preview of things to come.

2001

2012

  • Lost Island's KOA campground opens next door to the waterpark.

2016

  • Early development for the theme park begins.

2018

  • Kanonen (renamed Matugani) is purchased from Liseberg

2022

2023

2024

  • Outside "Lost Island" sign gets new digital sign added.
  • New "leaf" shade covered tables added to Yuta.
  • Mu replaces Alzanu as one of Awa's character representatives.

2025

  • Nika's Gift Carousel opens
  • Shade structures added to Wakani Whirl and Zulawa Wave.
  • Ohana Shuttle service between parks introduced.
  • Vayla replaces Ula as one of Mura's character representatives.
  • Island Nights are rebranded to Cinder Fest with fire dancing, spicy food options and the Mura Games.
  • July 18 - Fire Runner opens

2026

  • Shade structures added to Amara Aviators.
  • More theming updates for Awaati Water Battle, including backdrops and interactive targets.
  • Mu is traded back out for Alzanu.
  • Avi replaces Lumina as a Udara representative, hosting Amara Aviators competitions with Bardo daily at 3PM.
  • June 12 - The first Fire Runner 5K is held.
  • Storage cubicles added outside Matugani and Fire Runner.
  • More trees planted.
  • Draft beer removed from Thirsty Voyager and new canned drinks added.
  • Realm-specific smells are deployed in indoor areas throughout the park, with fragrance sprays being sold in the gift shop.

2027

TBA