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Texas Waterpark Hosts “Muslim-Only” Event, Prompting Public Debate
- A taxpayer-funded waterpark in Grand Prairie, Texas, hosted an event originally advertised as 'Muslim only' with requirements for modest swimwear, halal food, and Islamic etiquette on June 1.
- After criticism, event organizers changed promotional materials from 'Muslim only' to 'modest dress only' and stated that all who follow the dress code are welcome.
- The waterpark rents its facility to various groups and clarified that the event was organized by an outside entity.
- Critics and commentators questioned the legality and fairness of restricting access based on religion at a taxpayer-funded public venue.
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MAGA goes ballistic over water park event in red state
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Taxpayer-funded Epic Water Park in Grand Prairie goes viral for “Muslim-only” event
A popular city-owned waterpark in Grand Prairie is facing growing backlash after booking a “Muslim-only” private event that will close the facility to non-Muslims. Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, which receives public funding through a voter-approved sales tax, is scheduled to host the “3rd Annual DFW Epic Eid” celebration organized by the East Plano Islamic Center. The event, which requires attendees to be Muslim, has sparked widespread debate ov…
‘Muslim only’ event at taxpayer-funded Texas waterpark gets major splash back: ‘Should we expect a Christians only day?’
A taxpayer-funded Texas waterpark has made a splash of outrage with its plans to host a Muslims-only event next month to celebrate Eid -- complete with Halal food, a private prayer room and a modest dress code -- but the organizer told The Post the intentions have been misconstrued.
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