Colorado’s largest theme and water parks are gearing up for the summer with the hiring of thousands of workers.

Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park is looking for 1,500 people this season and Water World Colorado will hire more than 1,000 workers.

Elitch Gardens will launch with season pass opening weekend on Saturday, and to the public on April 18.

Water World opens Memorial Day weekend on May 23, and remains open through Labor Day, Sept. 7.

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