Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay

About Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay

Thrill rides, kids' areas & a water park. Seasonal amusement & water park with both thrill & children's rides, plus waterslides & wave pools. Christmas at Kentucky Kingdom features 1.5 million lights, transforming the amusement park into a massive holiday light display. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,995 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 🕐Visit early and during daylight hours, especially for the Christmas event. The park gets quite dark after sunset despite light displays, and weather (cold, wind) becomes increasingly uncomfortable once the sun goes down.
• 💬Eat a full meal before arriving. Food at the venue is expensive for low quality. Hot chocolate and s'mores by fire pits are worth trying, but plan meals outside the park to save significantly on your budget.
• 💡If you have preschool-age children, take advantage of the free season pass offer for young kids—their entry to Christmas at Kentucky Kingdom is completely free, making it an excellent value for families.
• 💬Bundle your visit with parking costs ($15) when budgeting. Factor this into your overall trip expense, as it's in addition to admission and food costs.
• 💬During winter events, be prepared for variable snow conditions. The artificial snow-making is limited and real snow accumulation is unpredictable, so the advertised 'snow tubing' experience may be icy or minimal—check conditions before visiting during winter.