FlowRider Competition 2026 | Epic Waters Texas Hosts Elite Flowboarders

Prepare to witness the ultimate fusion of action sports and family entertainment as the 2026 FlowRider Flow Tour officially descends upon Grand Prairie, Texas. This highly anticipated tour stop takes over Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, located within the sprawling 172-acre EpicCentral entertainment district. Combining the precision of competitive flowboarding with the high-energy atmosphere of a summer festival, this premier event brings together North America’s top professional and amateur athletes for a weekend of gravity-defying tricks, massive airs, and unforgettable entertainment.At the absolute center of the action is the world-renowned FlowRider Double. As FlowRider’s pioneering surf-simulation technology, this sheet wave attraction pumps a continuous, sheet-like layer of water at high speeds over a specially engineered, tensioned fabric surface. The result is a perfect, endless wave that mimics the physics of ocean surfing and skimboarding in a highly controlled environment. The FlowRider Double at Epic Waters draws over 40,000 riders annually and has recently undergone a complete top-to-bottom mechanical and surface refurbishment, ensuring the wave is in pristine, peak-performance condition for the 2026 competitors. Facing a wave that requires split-second reflexes and flawless edge control, athletes will compete across multiple divisions, including stand-up flowboarding and prone bodyboarding. The venue itself elevates this competition to a world-class level. Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark is a premier, 80,000-square-foot facility consistently ranked as a Top 3 Indoor Waterpark in the Nation by USA TODAY. Celebrated as a weatherproof, year-round oasis, Epic Waters operates beneath a massive, state-of-the-art retractable roof system that allows natural Texas sunshine to flood the park during perfect summer days, while offering instant climate control if unpredictable weather rolls through. While the Flow Tour action takes place front and center near the entrance and adjacent bar—a deliberate design choice that turns the wave into a high-visibility spectator sport—guests can also explore the park’s other signature attractions, including the heart-pounding Lasso Loop, the weightless rush of the Yellowjacket Drop, and the longest indoor lazy river in North Texas. Stepping outside the waterpark doors, attendees will find themselves immersed in EpicCentral, one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic entertainment hubs in the Lone Star State. EpicCentral recorded over two million visits last year, seamlessly anchoring the competitive energy of the Flow Tour to a massive outdoor celebration known across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex as Flowapalooza. The festival completely transforms the adjacent Grand Lawn into a vibrant, free-to-the-public party featuring live musical performances spanning rock, country, and pop, alongside spectacular circus acts, local food trucks, artisanal vendors, and family games. As night falls, the energy shifts to EpicCentral’s iconic waterfront, where visitors can enjoy lakeside dining at diverse restaurants, or watch Illuvia—a Las Vegas-style synchronized water, light, and music show that illuminates the Texas sky. The FlowRider Flow Tour stands as the premier competitive circuit for the sport, established to foster community, push technical progression, and crown national champions. It provides a structured platform where young, emerging amateur riders can share the same wave as seasoned professionals who have dedicated years to perfecting technical spins, smooth carves, and innovative flip combinations. More than a contest, this event celebrates a passionate, welcoming lifestyle movement where sportsmanship takes priority. Whether you are an action sports fanatic eager to see professional athletes push the absolute boundaries of what is possible on a flowboard, a family looking for the ultimate weekend getaway, or a local resident wanting to enjoy the incredible music and atmosphere of EpicCentral, this event delivers an unparalleled experience. Do not miss your chance to see the 2026 FlowRider Flow Tour make history deep in the heart of Texas!