Knott’s Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain Reveal 2026 Events

Just in time for the holiday season, a 2026 Season Pass is the gift that lasts all year. At both Knott’s Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain, 2026 is already slated for a fun year of seasonal events that includes an array of delicious cuisine and exciting entertainment. With a 2026 Gold Pass, guests can enjoy unlimited visits to all the seasonal celebrations for their home park and even enjoy the holidays before 2025 ends.  

Knott’s Berry Farm’s Seasons of Fun 

Fun is always in Season at Knott’s Berry Farm and it all starts with the return of Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration, a fun-filled event dedicated to the beloved PEANUTS characters. Guests are invited to step inside the pages of a Charles M. Schulz comic strip as the characters take over the park on weekends from Jan. 31 through Feb. 22, plus President’s Day.  

In spring, the much-anticipated Knott’s Boysenberry Festival returns with countless one-of-a-kind boysenberry-inspired food and drink offerings created by Knott’s culinary team, along with unique entertainment and an array of artisan crafters, running daily from March 13 through April 12.  

Summer brings the return of the award-winning immersive western adventure Ghost Town Alive!, featuring a new storyline set in the town of Calico. The adventure continues long after the sun goes down for Knott’s Summer Nights, which offers exciting live music, DJs and backyard games. The summer season starts on select dates from June 12 through August 30. Summertime at Knott’s wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Knott’s Soak City Waterpark, open on select dates from May 16 through Sept. 7, where guests can enjoy 23 different slides, a relaxing lazy river, an interactive kid’s area, and The Wedge, a thrilling family raft ride. 

For fall, the spooktacular family-friendly daytime Halloween event Knott’s Spooky Farm takes place Thursdays through Sundays Sept. 24 to Oct. 31. Families with little ghouls are invited to celebrate the spooky season with Halloween-themed activities and live entertainment.  

As winter rolls in, guests can find the spirit of the season at Knott’s Merry Farm, where joy will fill the park from Nov. 20 through Jan. 3, 2027, as holiday cheer and classic Christmas festivities create new holiday memories. 

Magic Mountain’s Seasonal Events 

A 2026 Gold Pass to Six Flags Magic Mountain, known as the Thrill Capital of the World, includes unlimited thrills with access to all the 2026 seasonal events. Summer at Magic Mountain ushers in a thrilling experience with the return of DC Heroes and Villains Fest, where the vibrant world of Gotham City comes alive in an engaging theatrical adventure. Running on Fridays and Saturdays from June 19 to July 25, the festival invites guests to immerse themselves in a captivating, interactive storyline filled with live-action moments, daring stunts, lively music and comedic performances. Audience members are encouraged to participate, cheer and make choices—aligning with their favorite heroes or villains—while being entranced by a talented cast of actors, stunt professionals and dancers. Alongside this excitement, the recently renovated Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles opens its gates from May 23 to Sept. 7, offering towering water slides, lazy rivers, wave pools and splash parks, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy in the summer sun. 

During the fall daytime time, it’s all fun, no fear. Families can enjoy Tricks and Treats, a kid-friendly Halloween event featuring mischievous tricks, tasty treats and bewitching entertainment, as well as Oktoberfest, which is a feast of Bavarian brews and bites that evoke the spirit of Munich. Both celebrations take place Fridays through Sundays Sept. 25 to Nov. 1.  

As the autumnal sun sets, the park introduces the spine-chilling Fright Fest, which runs from Sept. 18 through Nov. 1. This highly anticipated annual event beckons thrill-seekers and horror enthusiasts to delve into the heart-pounding excitement and terror that only Fright Fest can deliver. Guests can explore haunted mazes and scare zones, while also enjoying shows and rides for frightful thrills. 

Winter transforms Magic Mountain into the spectacular Holiday in the Park from Nov. 26 to Jan. 3, 2027, creating a magical winter wonderland adorned with over two million twinkling lights and larger-than-life walk-thru ornaments. Guests can bask in the festive spirit by enjoying live holiday music and mesmerizing choreographed light shows, creating the perfect holiday ambiance. This season promises to be merrier and brighter than ever, offering an unforgettable celebration filled with joy, magic and cherished memories for all who visit. 

2026 Season Passes 

Give the gift of unlimited fun with a 2026 Season Pass. A purchase of a 2026 Gold Pass to Knott’s Berry Farm, gives you unlimited visits to the remainder of Knott’s Merry Farm this year, all of the Seasons of Fun in 2026 and Knott’s Soak City, as well as discounts on select food and merchandise, exclusive bring-a-friend ticket offers and more. With a 2026 Gold Pass to Six Flags Magic Mountain, you can receive unlimited visits now through the end of 2026, plus free parking, access to all 2026 seasonal events, entry to Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles and more! 

Please visit park websites for specific details on each park’s separate offerings. For hours, more information or to purchase a 2026 Gold or Prestige Pass, visit sixflags.com/knotts or sixflags.com/magicmountain. ;