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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Volcanic Wegeee: Experience Wet ‘n' Wild's newest thrill
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The most explosive new ride in Wet 'n' Wild history is finally here, and as WakeUp2Day's Sam Spangler said, it has 'the best name in water park history.' WakeUp2Day's Chris Latronic went live from Hawaii's only water park to learn more and experience 'The Volcanic Wegeee.' Get paid to ride waterslides at Wet'n'Wild Hawaii After six months, 300 yards of concrete, sweat and lots of water, the new racing slide is open to the public, but the grand opening is set for Saturday, May 17. The Volcanic Wegeee is Wet 'n' Wild's tallest and steepest ride yet, and riders will not miss out on the high-thrill atmosphere. 'It's about 70 feet tall, 200 steps to the top and you'll hit speeds at 30 miles per hour. We also have the world's first translucent fiberglass shakas on there, so when you go through, you'll get the shaka projected right onto your body,' explained Scott Loos, Wet 'n' Wild General you march up the stairs, you can choose from two different slides. Loos said the yellow slide is faster, but the blue slide has a steeper drop. Saturday's grand opening will feature dive-in movies, a DJ, food specials and more — an explosive party for an explosive ride. And for an extra special deal, those who buy tickets from Wet 'n' Wild now through mid-June can get the rest of the year free. Check out more news from around Hawaii For park hours and more information, visit Wet 'n' Wild's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kupuna boogie at annual Senior Valentine Dance
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The 54th annual Senior Valentine Dance returned to the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall on Feb. 11, with kupuna joining together to celebrate love while dancing to free event was open to the public and welcomed dancers of all ages, though kupuna are the 'stars of the show,' according to the Department of Parks and Recreation. Many participating kupuna are active members of Oʻahu's Senior Clubs. The Royal Hawaiian Band provided music for the dancers to boogie to, as well as VIP and local celebrities in attendance, including KHON2's own Sam Spangler and Brigette Namata. Music played included ballroom hits, line dances and pop music all in line with the event's theme, 'Diamond in the Sky.' The Senior Valentine Dance dates back to 1969, and is one of the many events organized by the Department of Parks and Recreation's Senior Division. For more information about their kupuna events, visit their website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
