Knott’s Berry Farm & Knott’s Soak City Discounts and Deals

LAST UPDATE: 5/10/13 Knott’s Berry Farm is a theme park located in Buena Park, not far from Disneyland, and is open year-round. There are a lot of Knott’s Berry Farm discounts available.

Knott’s two associated Southern California water parks, Knott’s Soak City in Buena Park (near Disneyland), and Palm Springs, are open seasonally. I’ve compiled Knott’s Soak City discounts below.

New!The former Knott’s Soak City in Chula Vista (near San Diego, fairly close to the San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego) was purchased by SeaWorld in 2012 and will reopen as Aquatica San Diego in early summer, 2013.

Knott’s parks offer frequent and varied promotions that can save you money. Check below for the latest Knott’s Soak City and Knott’s Berry Farm discounts, coupons and offers.

All offers are subject to change without notice. Always call ahead and confirm before driving out of your way to take advantage of a particular offer!

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Knott’s Berry Farm – Regular Gate Prices

Admission prices are: $59.99 for Regular (age 12 and up); $30.99 for Juniors (ages 3-11); $30.99 for Seniors (62+).

2013 Season Pass (admission to Knott’s Berry Farm through 12/31/13) costs $72 for all ages including Juniors (ages 3-11) and Seniors (62+).

2013 Gold Pass (admission to Knott’s Berry Farm through 12/31/13 and all Soak City Water Parks for the 2013 season) costs $96 for Regular (age 12 and up); $90 for Juniors (ages 3-11) and Seniors (62+).

2013 Platinum Pass (one year of admission to both Knott’s Berry Farm and all Soak City Water Parks + free parking, as well as all Cedar Fair parks) costs $180 for Regular (ages 3-61, 48″ and taller); $105 for Juniors (ages 3 and up, under 48″); $105 for Seniors (62+).

Parking is $15 per day for autos; $20 for buses and RVs.

Knott’s Berry Farm Discounts

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Buy Online

Be sure to check the Knott’s Berry Farm website for current discounts and promotions. You can usually get a few bucks off Regular (adult) admission by ordering online using the Print @ Home system.

aRes Travel

aRes Travel offers very good discounts on Knott’s tickets, and will often save you more than deals on the Knott’s Berry Farm website.

Visit California Coupon

You can print out a coupon for $10 off regular admission to Knott’s Berry Farm on the Visit California website. Click here to print this coupon, good for up to 6 admissions. Expires 12/31/13.

Toys For Tots

This is an annual event held in December (exact dates vary each year). Admission is FREE when a toy, valued at $25 or more, is purchased and donated to Knott’s Berry Farm’s annual Toys for Tots drive. Proof of purchase required.

You can find out more about Toys for Tots on the Knott’s Berry Farm site.

AAA Discounts

AAA members get 30% off Regular (adult) admission, and sometimes discounts on other things such as food or merchandise. Click here to see the latest offers.

Southern California Resident Discounts

Southern California residents (zip codes 90000-93599) can purchase Regular (adult) tickets for $46.99 at the ticket booths with proof of residency.

Military

Show your military ID at the ticket window and get in for a discounted rate (NOT valid for special ticket events such as Halloween Haunt).

Annual Military Tribute

This is an annual event in November (exact dates vary each year). Past and present US armed forces personnel receive FREE park admission for them and a guest. Up to six additional tickets can be purchased at a discount. Military ID or DD214 must be presented at the ticket window with a photo ID required for discount. MouseSavers.com reader Kimberly F reports this can be used up to once per day during the length of the promotion, so you could get free admission on multiple days!

Annual Fire and Police Tribute

This is an annual event in November-December (exact dates vary each year). Fire & Police personnel receive FREE park admission for them and a guest. Up to six additional tickets could be purchased at a discount. Fire and law enforcement ID required.

Multi-Park Tickets & Passes

If you also plan to visit Universal Studios Hollywood, Six Flags Magic Mountain, and Legoland California, you can save up to 26% off gate prices with the LA Theme Park Pass.

If you also plan to visit Universal Studios Hollywood, San Diego Zoo, and Sea World San Diego, you can save up to 20% off gate prices by picking the SoCal Theme Park Pass.

If you also plan to visit Universal Studios Hollywood, Legoland and/or Magic Mountain, plus multiple other attractions in Southern California, check out the GO Los Angeles Card.

If you also plan to visit SeaWorld San Diego, Legoland California, San Diego Zoo and/or San Diego Wild Animal Park plus multiple other attractions in the San Diego area, check out the GO San Diego Card.

If you plan to visit at least one major attraction in San Diego in addition to Knott’s, check out the Go Select Pass for San Diego, which allows you to build your own pass by picking from over a dozen attractions, including Knotts, Legoland, San Diego Zoo and San Diego Wild Animal Park.

Cedar Fair Passes

If you have a valid Platinum Pass to ANY theme park owned by Cedar Fair (such as Cedar Point) you can use it to get in to Knott’s Berry Farm for FREE! Thanks to Dana for info.

Gray Line Day Tour

Gray Line offers a 9-hour bus tour from Anaheim to Knott’s Berry Farm. Courtesy hotel pick-up for the tour is provided from most Anaheim, Buena Park and Garden Grove area hotels. The Gray Line tour is especially suitable for those who are not comfortable with driving the California freeways, since all of the ground transportation from place to place is provided.

The Knott’s Berry Farm tour is priced the same as a full-price ticket to Knott’s, making it a great deal.

Regular cost for the Knott’s Berry Farm tour is $57.99 for adults, $27.99 for children (ages 3-11).

  • Click here to print an exclusive coupon for MouseSavers.com readers: $3 off your Knott’s Berry Farm tour! Expires 6/30/13.

Knott’s Berry Farm – Special Events

Halloween Haunt

Halloween Haunt (aka “Knott’s Scary Farm”) is an annual event that generally starts in late September 24. Halloween Haunt transforms the family-friendly Knott’s Berry Farm into a 160-acre living horror movie filled with 13 chilling mazes, seven hair-raising shows, three horrific scare zones and 1,000 monsters roaming for their next victim. This event is not recommended for children under 13. Click here for more information.

Christmas Events

“Knott’s Merry Farm” is an annual event. Festivities include “A Charlie Brown Christmas” with seasonal entertainment, spectacular decorations including a 65 foot tall Christmas tree, and a colorful Christmas parade. Generally the events start on Thanksgiving day and run through about December 30.

Knott’s 1880s Ghost Town is transformed into Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village, inviting guests to explore one-of-a-kind treasures created by more than 100 artisans in a Victorian holiday wonderland of strolling carolers, musical groups, community choirs and lavish holiday decorations.

“A Peanuts Holiday Parade” offers seven elaborately themed floats featuring the Peanuts Gang and accompanied by students from Orange County Song and Dance Company. Children and adults alike will be able to get into the holiday spirit along with CHARLIE BROWN, LUCY, LINUS, SALLY, SCHROEDER and of course SNOOPY, as they ready for the holidays. Join them as they partake in all the holiday festivities, including candy making, tree trimming, and even toy building!

“Snoopy’s Cool Christmas,” performed in the 2,100-seat Charles M. Schulz Theatre, is hosted by the famous skating Beagle and features Knott’s ensemble skaters, dazzling sets, colorful costumes and plenty of surprises.

The show and parade are included with regular park admission and available to Christmas Crafts Village guests for a nominal additional charge.

Live performances of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” and O’Henry’s “A Gift of the Magi” are offered from Thanksgiving day through Christmas Eve in the Bird Cage Theatre.

Stop by Santa’s Toy Barn for a little one-on-one with the big guy. Here, in Santa’s cozy hideaway, kids can share their wish lists with St. Nick, and Mom and Dad can take home a picture of the occasion (photo requires additional fee).

The world famous Timber Mountain Log Ride is transformed for the holiday season, giving guests an up-close and-personal view into the world of Santa’s Elves. Sneak a peak as Santa’s helpers get ready for Santa’s busiest day of the year.

Knott’s Soak City – Regular Gate Prices

(Open Seasonally: Mid-May through September. Check individual park for specific dates of operation.)

New!The former Knott’s Soak City in Chula Vista (near San Diego, fairly close to the San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego) was purchased by SeaWorld in 2012 and will reopen as Aquatica California in late spring, 2013.

2012 admission prices: $32.99 for Regular Admission (ages 12 and over); $22.99 for Junior Admission (ages 3-11); $22.99 for seniors (62+). No discounts or coupons apply to the seniors’ and kids’ prices.

2012 Water Park Season Pass: $59.99 for Regular Admission (ages 12 and over); $54.99 for Junior Admission (ages 3-11); $54.99 for seniors (62+).

Knott’s Soak City – Admission Discounts

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Buy Online

You can usually save a few bucks on adult admission by ordering online using the Print @ Home system.

aRes Travel

aRes Travel offers some discounts on Knott’s Soak City (Orange County) tickets.

AAA Discounts

AAA members get 15% off regular adult admission, and sometimes discounts on other things such as food or merchandise. Click here to see the latest offers.

Southern California Resident Discounts

Southern California residents (zip codes 90000-93599) can purchase discounted adult tickets at the ticket booths with proof of residency.

Military

Show your Military ID at the ticket window and ask about discounts. They have been offered in the past.

Gray Line Day Tour

Gray Line offers a 9-hour bus tour from Anaheim to Knott’s Soak City Water Park, which is steps away from Knott’s Berry Farm. Courtesy hotel pick-up for the tour is provided from most Anaheim, Buena Park and Garden Grove area hotels. The Gray Line tour is especially suitable for those who are not comfortable with driving the California freeways, since all of the ground transportation from place to place is provided.

Regular cost for the Knott’s Soak City Water Park tour is $32.99 for adults, $21.99 for children (ages 3-11).

  • Click here to print an exclusive coupon for MouseSavers.com readers: $3 off your Knott’s Berry Farm tour! Expires 6/30/13.