Walker Hayes to Perform at Wild Adventures Theme Park

• Adam Floyd

VALDOSTA, Ga. – Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia, continues its 2025 Wild Adventures LIVE! Concert Series on Saturday, May 3, with a performance from country music hitmaker Walker Hayes.

With a blend of catchy hooks, honest lyrics, and massive streaming success, Hayes has become one of the most recognizable names in country music today. His viral anthem “Fancy Like” dominated the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for over six months and became a pop culture phenomenon, even landing in a nationwide Applebee’s commercial.

“Walker Hayes has a style that’s energetic, personal and incredibly relatable,” said Emasia Craig, marketing manager at Wild Adventures. “He connects with his fans in a real way, and we can’t wait to welcome him to our stage for what promises to be an unforgettable night.”

Walker Hayes has performed on major national platforms including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Good Morning America, and TODAY, and continues to release new music every month. His emotionally raw lyrics reflect his journey through family life, sobriety, and faith, resonating with millions of fans.

The concert begins at 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 3. General Concert Admission is included free with a 2025 Season Pass. Gold and Diamond Passholders can purchase Reserved Concert Seats at a discount in advance for as low as $5. Guests without a 2025 Season Pass can attend the concert by purchasing General Concert Admission for $10 or Reserved Seats starting at $15, in addition to park admission.

Before the show, guests can enjoy a full day of fun, including Water’s Edge, Wild Adventures’ newest expansion. Inspired by the energy of a lakeside village, Water’s Edge features three new family rides—the soaring Wing Swinger, the spinning Boat Parade, and the reimagined Horizon Wheel offering panoramic views of the park. The area also includes new animal habitats featuring colorful macaws, a new reptile house, expanded seating areas by the lake, and a brand-new stage for live entertainment and zookeeper presentations.

Splash Island Waterpark is also open for the season, offering guests a chance to cool off with slides, a wave pool, and splash zones—all included with admission.

In addition, Dinosaur Explore is back for 2025, featuring over 50 life-sized, animatronic dinosaurs, a Dino Dig fossil site, and interactive experiences for budding paleontologists of all ages.

“From unforgettable concerts to immersive attractions like Water’s Edge and Dinosaur Explore, there’s something exciting around every corner,” Craig said. “It’s the perfect way to spend the day before enjoying a concert under the stars.”

Guests can attend every Wild Adventures LIVE! concert and enjoy unlimited visits to both the theme park and waterpark all season long with a 2025 Season Pass, on sale now at WildAdventures.com.

Wild Adventures Theme Park is located at the halfway point between Atlanta, Ga. and Orlando, Fla. off Interstate 75 and is home to more than 35 family and thrill rides, hundreds of exotic animals, dozens of concerts, special events each year, Safari Campground and Splash Island Waterpark, named as one of the “Top 30 Waterparks” in the country by U.S. News and World Report. Wild Adventures is ranked as one of the Most Affordable Theme Parks in America by Travel + Leisure, one of the Top 10 Most Affordable Water and Theme Parks in the U.S. by AOL.com, and the Top Theme Park Deal in Georgia by Yahoo! Finance.