WinterFest at Kings Island
WinterFest transforms the park into an immersive holiday experience featuring festive displays with millions of shimmering lights. Guests can participate in family activities, watch new live entertainment, and ride select open attractions. A variety of holiday-inspired comfort foods and seasonal beverages are also available throughout the event.
What to Expect
Millions of shimmering lights, live entertainment, and select open attractions.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Six Flags
Food & Drink
Holiday-inspired comfort food and beverages are available during the event.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and groups seeking a festive holiday outing
Vibe
Festive and immersive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: Season Passes include free parking.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair rentals are available and can be booked ahead.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online before you go, because some bundles and discounts aren't sold at the gate.
- Tickets can't be refunded or exchanged, even for weather closures, and there are no rain checks, so look at the forecast before you go.
- WinterFest runs on winter nights, so dress warmly in layers for walking the light displays and waiting for shows outdoors.
- You can show your ticket on your phone at the gate, as long as the barcode, order number and product name are clearly visible.
- If you have little ones under 3, they get in without an admission ticket.
Special Events & Promotions
- New live entertainment this season.
- Discounted tickets for active and retired military and first responders, online only, for up to six family members.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do at WinterFest?
There are light displays with millions of lights, family activities, new live entertainment, holiday comfort food and drinks, and some rides.
Are all the rides open?
No. Only select attractions run during WinterFest.
Is there holiday food?
Yes. There's holiday-inspired comfort food and seasonal drinks around the park.
Do little kids need a ticket?
No. Children under 3 don't need an admission ticket.
Can I buy tickets at the gate?
Yes, the gate sells daily tickets and Season Passes. Some bundles and discounts are only sold online, though.
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