May 20, 2025 - Things to Do
Carowinds' swim-up bar opens this weekend
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Carowinds is opening its highly anticipated, adults-only swim-up bar this Saturday as Carolina Harbor Waterpark reopens for the summer.
Why it matters: Paul Metto's Boathouse Bar is Charlotte's first swim-up bar and offers a 21+ retreat within the 400-acre amusement park.
What to expect: The bar menu will feature six signature cocktails, six traditional frozen cocktails, beer and wine.
- Cocktails will likely cost around $15.
The 27,280 square-foot area features:
- A 3,577-square-foot pool.
- 58 shaded chaise lounge chairs.
- Six luxury cabanas with a TV, mini fridge and dedicated concierge service.
- A lawn area with poolside games.
Between the lines: Carowinds expects the new adults-only zone will diversify its offerings and increase the value of its season pass.
- The latest investments in the waterpark come after Ohio-based Cedar Fair and Texas-based Six Flags merged and relocated the combined company to Charlotte.
If you go: Admission to Carolina Harbor Waterpark is included with general park entry.
- Carowinds has its 2025 Silver Season Pass on sale through May 26 for $99. The park says the pass pays for itself in under two visits and includes unlimited visits and free parking through Labor Day.
