We only got the SDC pass this year since CC was closed, as well. We went last year twice, but only for two hours at a time--once at opening and once two hours before closing. We took a small trip in August last year, and it was so hot! Yes, it's a water park, but the water coming out of the sidewalk sprinklers was colder than the water in the attractions. I realize that's what happens in the summer, but add the hot sun beating on you and it's just not that fun.
This park could also be open later at night all summer. We have more fun when the hot sun is not involved. We loved Moonlight Madness last week. We could have stayed until midnight. With CC closed, we are at a loss on what to do with ourselves in the evening, even though that wasn't really open very late. We are night people by nature; my husband works overnights as a RT at a hospital. I hope HFE continues to provide more evening options for families. I can only go shopping so long...