January 13, 2026
VALDOSTA, Ga. - Wild Adventures Theme Park closed its 2025 season by collecting more than $12,000 worth of children’s toys for Toys for Tots, marking one of the largest donation totals the park has raised for the annual holiday drive.
The toys were donated during Wild Adventures Christmas Wild & Bright in Nov. and Dec., when guests who brought a new, unwrapped toy valued at $10 or more could purchase a single-day admission ticket for $19.99.
All donated toys support Toys for Tots’ mission to help bring the joy of Christmas and send a message of hope to economically disadvantaged children.
“We want to thank our guests for their generosity this holiday season,” said Donald Spiller, vice president and general manager of Wild Adventures. “This was one of the largest donation turnouts we have ever had, and it will surely provide an immeasurable amount of joy to children across our region.”
During the 2025 Christmas season, Toys for Tots served over 5,000 local children through partnerships with the American Red Cross, Valdosta Police and Fire Department, Echols County Family Connections, Lowndes County and Valdosta City Schools, The Pines, Department of Family & Children Services, Hope in Action and several local churches and other nonprofit organizations.
“It is due to toy drives like the one at Wild Adventures that make our campaign such a success,” said Jenny Jolly, coordinator for Valdosta Toys for Tots. “Through these efforts, we can continue serving throughout the 2026 year-round program to aid in assisting families in despair through collaboration with community partners. We are grateful for the hard work and dedication to serving our community.”
Wild Adventures will reopen on March 14, as the park celebrates its 30th Anniversary. 2026 Season Passes are on sale now and includes unlimited admission to Wild Adventures Theme Park, Splash Island Waterpark, every show in the Wild Adventures LIVE! concert series, and more.
For more information about the operating hours or Season Passes, visit WildAdventures.com.
Wild Adventures Theme Park, located in Valdosta, Ga., halfway between Atlanta and Orlando off I-75, is a 170-acre destination where families can ride, slide, and explore all in one place. A Herschend Family Entertainment property, the park is home to more than 35 rides, hundreds of exotic animals, a full calendar of concerts and special events, and Splash Island Waterpark, ranked among the “Top 30 Waterparks” by U.S. News & World Report. Wild Adventures has been recognized as one of the Most Affordable Theme Parks in America by Travel + Leisure and named the Most Thrilling Theme Park in Georgia by FinanceBuzz. It is also home to the Good Sam-rated 10/10★/10 Wild Adventures Safari Campground, one of the highest-rated campgrounds in the nation.
Wild Adventures is part of Herschend's family of brands. Herschend is the world's largest family-held themed attractions company, with a portfolio of more than four dozen properties, including destinations, resorts, theme parks, water parks, immersive experiences, and content enjoyed by audiences worldwide. While each brand is unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Together, we love in all we do, every day-caring for one another, welcoming our guests with warmth, and making a positive difference in our communities. For more information, visit www.herschendenterprises.com.
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