About Kennywood

Thrill rides, water slides & kids' games. Amusement park has 30+ rides from wooden & modern roller coasters to water slides & kids' carousel.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Visit during Kennywood's Holiday Lights event (winter season) for a festive experience, but note that most major roller coasters are closed during this time. Plan accordingly if you want to ride the bigger attractions.
• 🕐Arrive early to avoid long queues, especially for popular attractions like Noah's Ark, Potato Patch food stand, and the Lionel and HO gauge train display, which can have significant wait times even at 7:30 PM.
• 💡Bring warm clothing and layers if visiting during winter holiday events, as many visitors report being too cold to fully enjoy the park. The walking areas have limited lighting to showcase the Christmas light displays, so dress warmly and bring a flashlight.
• 💡Gold Season Passes include free parking, making them a good value if you plan multiple visits throughout the year, especially during special events like Celebrate Kennywood Weekends or Phantom Fall Fest.
• 💡Younger children can access some smaller rides even during limited operating seasons like Holiday Lights when major attractions are closed, making it a family-friendly option for mixed-age groups.

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