Ongoing story · Updated November 14, 2026
Cameron Run sports complex
As of November 13, Alexandria's proposal for a year-round indoor sports and events complex at Cameron Run Regional Park remains a proposal, presented to City Council on Nov. 10. The city wants to borrow $107 million, and the project is described as costing $117 million. It would replace Great Waves Waterpark, whose operator NOVA Parks would end its 45-year lease in 2028.
Key points
On Nov. 10, 2026, the city presented City Council with a proposal for a 210,000-square-foot venue called Alexandria Sports & Events Complex at Cameron Run.
The project is reported at $117 million, and the city wants to borrow $107 million for it.
Great Waves Water Park would close when NOVA Parks' lease ends in 2028, ending a 45-year run.
The mini golf course and batting cages could also be torn down, and NOVA Parks says the ice rink, mini golf and waterpark would end with the lease.
The proposal also includes a new public park.
In preparation for the change, the park's outdoor ice rink will not open this year.
Questions
What is Alexandria proposing for Cameron Run Regional Park?
A year-round indoor sports and events complex of 210,000 square feet, presented to City Council on Nov. 10, 2026. It would replace Great Waves Waterpark and come with a new public park.
How much would the Cameron Run sports complex cost?
The project is reported at $117 million, and the city wants to borrow $107 million.
When would Great Waves Waterpark close?
It would close when NOVA Parks' lease ends in 2028.
Will the Cameron Run outdoor ice rink open this year?
No. The park's outdoor ice rink will not open this year, in preparation for the change.
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