DropZone Water Park Closes in Perris

The Perris water park has permanently shut down after operating for 10 years, following the closure of Fiesta Village in Colton earlier this year.

Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Theme Parks

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DropZone, a water park in Perris, has permanently closed, according to a statement the park issued on Friday, Nov. 6. The park had operated for 10 years just off the 215 Freeway at Case Road near the Big League Dreams baseball fields.

Why it matters

The closure reflects broader pressures on Inland Empire amusement and water parks, where rising costs and declining attendance have made operations increasingly unsustainable. For Perris residents, it removes a local summer recreation option.

The closure is documented in a statement issued by DropZone itself, which reports a 10-year operating run, compared with the 52-year run of Colton's Fiesta Village, which closed in July. The source does not address what will happen to the Perris property or whether the park may reopen under new ownership.

The players

DropZone

DropZone is the Perris water park that announced its permanent closure after operating for 10 years.

Fiesta Village Family Fun Park

Fiesta Village is a Colton amusement park that closed in July after 52 years, adding mini golf, go-karts, laser tag and rides over time.

Michelle O'Brien

Michelle O'Brien is a co-owner of Fiesta Village who said the economics of the amusement park industry have changed dramatically.

The details

DropZone announced its permanent closure in a statement on Friday, Nov. 6. The park was located just off the 215 Freeway at Case Road, near the Big League Dreams baseball fields.

July 2026: Fiesta Village Family Fun Park in Colton closed.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026: DropZone announced its permanent closure.

Regional Context

DropZone's closure follows the July shutdown of Fiesta Village in Colton, which operated for 52 years before closing. Both Inland Empire parks cited rising costs and declining attendance as the forces that made operation unsustainable.

Visitors who planned summer or weekend trips to Perris water parks will need to find an alternative. Families in the Inland Empire may need to look farther afield for affordable water recreation as local options shrink.

The takeaway

Local attractions can disappear quickly when operating costs rise and attendance drops. Families who rely on nearby parks may want to plan alternatives in advance.