One of Water World’s most iconic and popular areas will close this month for rebuilding, but fans still have a chance to say goodbye at a public celebration for the decades-old fixture.

The 50-acre water park in Federal Heights will close Calypso Cove on Monday, Aug. 25, and rebuild it for future seasons. The themed area, described by Water World as a Caribbean Family Adventure , is aimed at young kids and their parents with attractions such as Pirates Plunge, Wally World, Screamin’ Mimi and the grass hut-themed Caribbean Family Adventure play structure.

For those nostalgic about its four-decade history, a “farewell celebration” for Calypso Cove will be held from noon to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 24, after which it will close for good in its current form.

The current area will “make

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