Events

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Kennywood's beloved Jack Rabbit roller coaster celebrates 100 years of double-dipping fun in 2020, and we think a major birthday deserves major attention. Stay tuned for more details!

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Meet some incredible characters, interact with comic book creators, and browse a marvelous collection of merchandise! Plus, your Kennywood favorites, of course!

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Your little ones will love getting to meet their favorite superheroes, royalty, puppies, and pals! Enjoy special character meet and greets, fun kid-friendly activities, and our traditional lineup of fantastic family rides!

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Dates: Tuesday, June 30 – Saturday, July 4 Savings: Special ticket offer coming soon!

Oh, say can you see five straight days of fireworks?! Our traditional Independence Day activities stretch nearly an entire week and are bursting with music performances, magic acts, the Silver Star Meats Hot Dog Eating Contest, and the always-popular Wiener 100 dachshund races. Plus, all military (active duty, retired military, and veterans) get in FREE!

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Dates: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24
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The hottest party of the summer strikes with our friends from Pittsburgh’s Action News 4! Discounted tickets are available throughout the week, along with a 100% chance of extra activities. Plus, we guarantee a shower of fun with some of Pittsburgh’s favorite TV personalities during the WTAE Parade on Friday!

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Date: Friday, July 31
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Catch the crew from Channel 2 at KDKA Summerblast ! Find your favorite on air personalities, play fun games, and watch a parade to end the night right!

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Date: Tuesday, August 4
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Kennywood is proud to host its 89th annual Polish Day! Guests of Polish descent are welcomed to celebrate their heritage on Tuesday, August 4 with a day featuring traditional food, music, and polka dancing.

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Dates: Saturday, August 8 - Tuesday, August 25
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The Fall Fantasy Parades span 18 nights and include more than 150 bands from high schools and universities throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond, along with beautifully decorated floats.

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Date: Saturday, August 29
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Ride for a one-of-a-kind cause during Coasting for Kids! Kennywood is proud to support Give Kids The World Village by hosting the Coasting for Kids fundraiser. Form a team or fundraise as an individual to benefit this Orlando-based resort that provides free stays and service to children battling life-threatening illnesses.

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Date: Sunday, August 30
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Honoring the men and women who protect and serve in our communities! All First Responders (police, fire, EMS, and military) get free admission this day, with discounted tickets available for their friends & family. Plus, catch demonstrations from local agencies, as they show how much work can go into their service.

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Dates: Sunday, September 20
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This longtime tradition nears 90 years of celebrating with all the staples of Italian heritage. Authentic Italian food vendors and musical performances fill the park for a truly molto bene day!

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Date: Sunday, September 27
Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

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Pierogi Fest features over 40 vendors offering different pierogi styles, great music and entertainment, and the ability to ride some of Kennywood’s most popular attractions.

Season Passes are not valid for this special event.

Date: Sunday, September 13
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You’re never too old for a good time at Kennywood! Enjoy musical entertainment with the hits of yesteryear and more.

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Community Days information coming soon.
Heritage Days information coming soon.

Special days for towns, communities, and people of similar heritage have been a Kennywood tradition since our founding in 1898!

Dates: Saturdays and Sundays, October 10 - 25
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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With the sweet smell of fall in the air, Kennywood transforms into a festival of fun! Pumpkins replace flowers, and cornstalks sprout up throughout the park. Young riders can enjoy Kiddieland and favorites such as the Merry-Go-Round, Auto Race, and Jack Rabbit. Plus, Thomas Town™, trick-or-treating, hayrides, and more! Enjoy traditional fun fall activities in the one-of-a-kind setting of Kennywood!

And don’t worry, the Phantom and his fearsome friends will stay away from Happy Hauntings. This event is geared for children under 10, meaning most roller coasters and thrill rides are not available. Children may dress in costumes – some costumes may not be permitted on select rides for safety purposes.

Dates: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, October 2 - 31
Time: Fridays and Saturdays: 6:00 PM - 12:00AM; Sundays: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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As the leaves turn and the days shorten, a darkness begins to fall over Kennywood and the forces that power one of the world’s fiercest roller coasters, the Phantom’s Revenge, grow stronger. As Halloween nears, he cannot be denied: Phantom Fright Nights returns to Kennywood. The award-winning spectacle of terror has been recognized by USA Today for being among the best theme park Halloween events in the country, and also claimed a spot on Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Awards list of the best Halloween theme park events.

Dates: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, November 27 - December 20, plus nightly December 26 - 30
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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The best place to visit during the holidays in Pittsburgh is Kennywood, without a doubt! America’s Finest Traditional Amusement Park decks its halls (and rides) with nearly two million twinkling lights, highlighted by the tallest Christmas tree in the state of Pennsylvania. Enjoy holiday performances, see spectacular light shows, visit Santa Claus, and more!