A popular city-owned waterpark in Grand Prairie is facing growing backlash after booking a “Muslim-only” private event that will close the facility to non-Muslims.
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, which receives public funding through a voter-approved sales tax, is scheduled to host the “3rd Annual DFW Epic Eid” celebration organized by the East Plano Islamic Center. The event, which requires attendees to be Muslim, has sparked widespread debate over whether a taxpayer-supported public venue can legally restrict access based on religion.
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark in Grand Prairie has earned recognition as one of the Top 3 Indoor Waterparks in the Nation by USA Today for three consecutive years, according to its website (2023, 2024, and 2025). The 80,000-square-foot facility sits in the heart of the Grand Prairie area and advertises itself as a premier year-round destination for families.
However, it now appears that only certain families can enjoy the park on June 1.
A flyer circulating on social media advertising the “3rd Annual DFW Epic Eid” event – scheduled for June 1 – quickly went viral after X user @SaraGonzalesTX sounded the alarm. Gonzalez posted the flyer showcasing how the city-owned park would be hosting a “Muslim-only” event featuring halal food and a private prayer area, closed entirely to the general public who do not identify as Muslim.
