Kalahari Resort, currently under construction in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, has announced it will open on November 12, 2026. . The large-scale indoor water park and resort complex will be located less than 75 miles south of Washington, D.C., and about 80 miles from central Montgomery County, making it a relatively short drive for many area residents.
The $900 million development will become Kalahari Resorts & Conventions’ fifth location and is planned to include more than 175,000 square feet of indoor waterpark space, approximately 900 guest suites, and a full-scale convention center. Positioned just off I-95, the resort aims to serve families and travelers from across the DC-Maryland-Virginia region while drawing guests from the broader East Coast. Consistent with the company’s signature style, the design incorporates African-inspired themes throughout its waterpark attractions, lodging areas, and entertainment spaces.
In anticipation of the opening, Kalahari is launching its “Safari Migration,” a multi-state road tour transporting large handcrafted animal sculptures from Arkansas to its new resort in Spotsylvania, Virginia, ahead of its November 12, 2026 debut. The caravan of semi trucks will make several public stops across Virginia and the D.C. region, offering interactive experiences, photo opportunities, and a chance to win a future stay, before arriving in Spotsylvania where the sculptures will be installed as part of the resort’s exterior.
