Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari Shares Updated Accessibility and Sensory Guide

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari officials have released their updated Accessibility Guide, which features a new sensory rating system and updates to the existing Boarding Pass system. This project was done in collaboration with Easterseals Rehabilitation Center in Evansville, Indiana. 

The Accessibility Guide, which has been available for decades, includes detailed ride descriptions and guidance to help Guests choose which rides are best for each individual. The new sensory guidelines rate each attraction on five sensitivities: sound, sight, touch, movement and splash. Each category has a rating of low, moderate, or high. 

“We hope the new ratings will help our Guests with sensory sensitivities plan for an even better visit to our parks,” says Leah Koch-Blumhardt, Fourth-Generation Owner & Director of Communications. “We couldn’t have created this guide without the help of Easterseals Rehabilitation Center–they’ve been a wonderful partner for more than 30 years.” 

The parks’ Ride Boarding Pass is also being updated this year. The Ride Boarding Pass is for Guests who are unable to move through or stand in ride lines. This year, riders who qualify for the Boarding Pass will be able to board their first attraction instantly, and then they will receive a boarding time for their next attraction based on the wait at the current attraction. All Guests who use the Boarding Pass will wait their turn to ride however, they will not be required to stand in line. 

“We want everyone to feel included in the fun at Holiday World” adds Koch-Blumhardt. “From our Accessibility Guide with new sensory ratings, to our entirely Gluten-Free restaurant, to our Sensory Calming Room, every year we try to take another step forward in making our parks a place where all are welcome.” 

Guests can download the guide directly from the Holiday World website or request a printed copy at Guest Relations upon arrival. To view or download the updated Accessibility Guide, visit HolidayWorld.com/Accessibility.