FRANKENMUTH, Mich – March 20, 2025 — The Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Lodge team is thrilled to announce the soft opening of their newest development, the Bavarian Blast Waterpark, Michigan’s Biggest Indoor Waterpark and Family Fun Center on Friday, March 21, 2025.

 The highly anticipated attraction will bring 170,000 square feet of expanded fun to Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Lodge including 16 waterslides, a not-so-lazy river, a huge wave pool, private cabanas, Michigan’s first swim-up bar, and more! The Bavarian Inn has also declared the opening of Michigan’s first Dual Mat Racing Slides, expertly built by WhiteWater West. The Bavarian Inn Team has been eagerly anticipating providing guests with this cutting-edge attraction among the other family-fun amenities available to overnight guests and limited day pass visitors now at the Bavarian Blast Waterpark.

Four new food and beverage experiences have also been added to the catalog of various restaurants at the Frankenmuth Bavarian Resort including a quick service café, a smoothie bar, a bar serving snacks and alcoholic beverages, and a swim-up bar. The Bavarian Inn team is particularly excited about introducing Michigan's first Swim-Up Bar to their guests and the Michigan tourism industry. This experience will allow visitors the exclusive opportunity to lounge in a heated indoor-outdoor pool all year long whilst savoring refreshing cocktails and canned beverages.

Beyond the Bavarian Blast Waterpark, guests can explore the expanded Family Fun Center inside which now includes a Three-Story Rope Course, Rock Climbing Walls, Mini-Bowling, Build-A-Bear Workshop®,Laser Tag, and an expanded arcade with over 180 arcade and redemption games.

The Bavarian Inn team is celebrating this exciting addition with special grand opening events throughout the spring. Overnight rooms that include up to four waterpark passes are available online, as well as limited day passes, for Spring Break getaways. Management encourages guests to book online as the phone lines are overloaded with calls at this time. The quickest way to book is to visit bavarianinn.com

The Bavarian Inn Zehnder family’s generational pursuit and commitment to creating enjoyable experiences is reflected in the opening of the Bavarian Blast Waterpark, Michigan’s Biggest Indoor Waterpark and Family Fun Center. President of Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Lodge, Michael Keller Zehnder stated, “Throughout the four generations of leadership at Bavarian Inn, our mission has always been to create enjoyable experiences. This expansion stands as a testament to our continuous dedication to this pursuit.”

About Bavarian Inn Resort:  The Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Resort is a premier Midwest destination for families and groups seeking unforgettable experiences in lodging, dining, shopping, special events, and conference services. The resort features the iconic Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Bavarian Inn Lodge, Frankenmuth River Place Shops, and the ResidenZ at Bavarian Inn. Guests can also enjoy Bavarian Blast, Michigan’s Biggest Indoor Waterpark & Family Fun Center, offering endless excitement with water attractions, gaming, and family-friendly activities.

About Bavarian Inn Lodge

Nestled along the banks of the Cass River in Frankenmuth, Bavarian Inn Lodge has been a beloved destination for family fun for nearly 40 years. Now home to Bavarian Blast, Michigan’s Biggest Indoor Waterpark & Family Fun Center at over a whopping 170,000 sq. ft. the Lodge offers an expanded experience with 16 new waterslides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and Michigan’s first adult-only swim-up bar, along with endless entertainment for guests of all ages.

The Lodge, currently managed by the 3rd and 4th generation Bavarian Inn family members, features 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges, and two restaurants—all under one roof. The 170,000 square-foot Family Fun Center includes two additional thrilling water slides, three pools, two whirlpools, over 180 video and redemption games, Build-A-Bear Workshop®, Mini Golf, Laser Tag, Mini Bowling, a 3-Story Ropes Course, Climbing Walls, Redemption Store, and Ice Cream Shop. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke.

Banquet facilities accommodate events for 2 to 500 guests for meetings and special events.  Bavarian Inn Lodge is a destination for travelers from far and near, evidenced by the 2.5 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®.

Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

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