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Hill City Slide Presented by United Way of Central Virginia
Hill City Slide Returns This August!
Celebrate the end of summer with a splash as Church Street in Downtown Lynchburg turns into a giant 700-foot water slide, stretching from Washington to 12th Street!
August 22–24, 2025
Unlimited 2-Hour Slide Pass: Slide as much as you want during your selected 2-hour time slot.
Slide Times
Friday, August 22*
6 PM – 8 PM | 8 PM – 10 PM (Adults Only, Ages 18+)
Saturday, August 23*
10 AM – 8 PM | 8 PM – 10 PM (Adults Only, Ages 18+)
Sunday, August 24*
12 PM – 6 PM | 6 PM – 8 PM (Adults Only, Ages 18+)
*You must be at least 7 years old and 46″ tall to slide independently. Children aged 4-7 or 7 years or older but under 46” must ride with a paid adult and require a ticket at the discounted price of $20. Children aged 3-4 years are free with a paid adult ticket.
Children under 3 years old are not allowed on the slide.
For more information or to purchase tickets to this event, contact our Bank of the James Ticketing Office at (434) 846-8499. This event is presented by United Way of Central Virginia, Academy Center of the Arts is supporting this event through Ticket Sponsorship.
Learn more at the United Way of Central Virginia’s website.
Tickets:
General Admission Ticket: $30
Child Ticket: $20/Free *
Adults Only Night Slide Ticket: $40
All Tickets will incur a $6 processing fee.
*You must be at least 7 years old and 46″ tall to slide independently. Children aged 4-7 or 7 years or older but under 46” must ride with a paid adult and require a ticket at the discounted price of $20. Children aged 3-4 years are free with a paid adult ticket.
Children under 3 years old are not allowed on the slide.
For more information or to purchase tickets to this performance, contact our Bank of the James Ticketing Office at (434) 846-8499. This event is presented by United Way of Central Virginia, Academy Center of the Arts is supporting this event through Ticket Sponsorship.
Hill City Slide FAQs
When is the event taking place?
- Friday, August 22nd through Sunday, August 24th
Where is this event located in Downtown Lynchburg?
Church Street between the intersections of 12th and Washington Streets.
How much slide time is included in my ticket per person?
Each shift offers 2 hours of slide time. Slide times are as follows:
• 6pm-8pm (Saturday Only)
Can I bring my own INNER TUBE?
What do I wear?
Come wearing what you plan to slide in! Dress for hot weather, you will get WET!
Where is check-in located?
Where do I park for this event?
Parking will be made available in several public parking lots surrounding the event and will be listed on our website prior to arriving.
Can I purchase additional timeslots during the event?
All purchases MUST be made online. You may purchase additional time slots day of IF the time slot is not sold out.
What should I bring?
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Bring either a printed ticket or have you e-ticket ready to present on your phone. Printed waivers are not necessary as they are signed digitally with your online ticket purchase.
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We recommend bringing a ziplock baggy to protect your device, wallet, etc. from getting wet. UWCV is not responsible for lost or stolen items at this event. It is the responsibility of the slider to keep up with belongings. There will be bag check at registration if needed.
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If you are not a minor, bring your ID for verification
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Show up wearing what you will slide in!
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Bring money for shopping and dining in downtown Lynchburg! There are plenty of restaurants and shops within walking distance of the slide.
Can I wear shoes on the slide?
We do not allow tennis shoes on our slide. Pool shoes and sandals, however, are permitted; just be sure to keep your feet up and not drag them while going down the slide, as this will slow you down.
Is there an age and height limit to slide?
You must be at least 7 years old and 46″ tall to slide independently.
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Children aged 4-7 or 7 years or older but under 46” must ride with a paid adult and require a ticket at the discounted price of $20.
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Children aged 3-4 years are free with a paid adult ticket. Choose the free option when selecting your other tickets.
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Children under 3 years old are not allowed on the slide.
We’ll need the names of all attendees in your group who are sliding. Each ticket holder will require a signed waiver, which you will complete at the time of purchase.
What happens if it rains?
This event is scheduled to proceed regardless of weather conditions. We intend to operate the slide unless severe or inclement weather poses a safety risk to our participants. In the event of severe weather, the slide activities will be temporarily suspended until conditions improve. If adverse weather persists, participants will have the option to join the waves scheduled for the following day, subject to availability.