Guide to Tricks and Treats and Haunt at Kings Island 2024

Are you looking for some family-friendly fun or frightening fun this fall?

Tricks and Treats for families and the Halloween Haunt after dark at Kings Island Amusement Park have you covered.

I’m sharing more about what to expect this year and how to make the most of these unique fall events.

This article is brought to you in partnership with Kings Island. As a Kings Island Ambassador, I love sharing insider tips to help you make the most of your visit to the park. This article contains affiliate links.

What to Expect at Trick or Treats at Kings Island This Year

Kings Island’s Tricks And Treats is set to be the area’s favorite event for family-friendly Halloween activities and fall fun.

The fall festival is designed to help you make special memories and enjoy the fall season with your loved ones.

Guests can expect AMAZING food, activities, entertainment, seasonal merchandise, and more! 

When is Tricks And Treats at Kings Island?

“Tricks and Treats” is on Saturdays & Sundays, Sept. 22 – Nov. 3, 2024, from 11 AM- 6 PM on Saturdays and 11 AM – 7 PM on Sundays.

*”Tricks and Treats” is included with your admission ticket. You can find the lowest price on Kings Island tickets here.

*Please note Planet Snoopy is closed on Fridays and will close at 7 PM on Saturdays and Sundays during Halloween Haunt.

Make sure that you download the free Kings Island mobile app.

It’s a great resource with information on show times, ride wait times, attractions, and dining during Tricks and Treats.

Family Activities at Tricks and Treats at Kings Island

Tricks And Treats Fall Fest offers all the playful fun of a traditional fall festival with the bonus of incredible amusement park rides.

Family Activities at Tricks and Treats at Kings Island

Families will find that there are a lot of additional activities to enjoy beyond the rides.

Here are some of the activities that kids can enjoy:

• Tricks and Treat Costume Contest
• Halloween Crafts (Ages 12 and under) ( Pumpkin Decorating, Halloween Bracelets, Halloween Coloring)
• Corn Cart Alley (Ages 12 and under)
• Trick or Treat Trail
• Artisan Pumpkin Patch
• Ghoulish Game Zone * additional fee
• Monster Makeovers *additional fee

You can watch as talented pumpkin artisans decorate incredible masterpieces.

Trick-or-Treat Trail at Tricks and Treats

There are designated Trick-or-Treating for kids with individually packaged treats throughout Planet Snoopy.

Make sure you pick up a Tricks and Treats Fall Fest park map or scan the image with your phone near the entrance so you don’t miss any treat or treat stations.

Ghoulish Game Zone at Tricks and Treats Fall Fest at Kings Island

Kids can play games where everyone is the winner at the Ghoulish Game Zone located in Planet Snoopy for a nominal fee.

Kids Costumes at Tricks and Treats Fall Fest at Kings Island

Children ages 12 and under are encouraged to dress up in their favorite costumes during their visit to the park.

The Kings Island Costume Council will be on the lookout for “new members” to join their “houses” as they gather their teams for the big costume contest!

What are the Costume Guidelines for Tricks and Treats Fall Fest?

Costumes are encouraged for guests ages 12 and under. If you want to wear a costume, make sure it’s family-friendly.

Keep your weapons and gore at home. Costumes that conceal identity are prohibited.

FYI – Kings Island reserves the right to deny admission to, or remove, any person wearing attire that is inappropriate or that could detract from the experience of other guests at the park.

Get a Monster Makeover

If your kids don’t have a costume, they can transform their look with a Halloween-themed makeover by a Kings Island airbrush artist.

Watch a Live Show at Tricks and Treats Fall Fest

You can still enjoy live entertainment throughout the park. It’s recommended to arrive 15-30 minutes early before the showtime.

There are live shows throughout the park. Check the Kings Island app or Tricks and Treats Fall Fest Guide for times and locations.

• Skelebration!
• The Fangtastistics
• The Spectral Sisters
• The Monsters are Coming Charlie Brown
• Beanboozled
• Candy Horns (roaming midways)

Featured Menu Locations

You can find special featured menu items at the following locations:

• LaRosa’s Pizzeria
• Sweet Spot
• The French Corner
• Kings Island Food Truck
• Grain & Grill
• Wishbone Grill
• International Street Funnel Cakes
• Enrique’s Cantina
• Coney Bar-B-Que
• Rivertown Funnel Cakes
• Rivertown Potato Works

Speciality Brews & Booze Bars

• Rotten Gourd
• Festhaus Bar
• Oktoberfest Bar
• Mercado
• 21 Degrees & Colder
• Jukebox Diner Bar
• Rivertown Whistle Stop Bar
• Miami River Brewhouse
• Outpost Frozen Cocktails

Take a Fall Family Photo

You’ll find plenty of areas throughout the park, perfect for a family photo or pic with friends.

There are several great photo areas in Planet Snoopy for younger kids.

Make sure you don’t leave the park before taking a group picture somewhere in the park.

There are also fun photo ops for older kids throughout the park.

Are the Rides at Kings Island Still Open During Tricks and Treats?

Yes! You can still enjoy all of your favorite rides (except for water attractions) during your visit to the park.

*Take Note of Early Ride Closures

Planet Snoopy Rides will be closed all Fridays AND starting at 7PM during Haunt events on Saturdays.

Early Ride Time for Season Pass Holders

Park early ride time (ERT) hours for 23 & 24 season pass holders is 10:30 on Saturday & Sunday only. No Early Ride Times on Fridays.

Early Ride Time rides through the end of October are on Banshee, Cargo Loco, Sol Spin, Flying Ace Aerial Chase, and Woodstock Gliders.

Season Pass checks will be conducted at ride entrances this year not on International Street.

How to Save on Your Visit to Kings Island With a Tricks and Treats Bundle

This is a great time to consider a Gold Season Pass with unlimited visits in 2024 and is also good for the rest of the 2025 season.

You can also find the lowest price on admission tickets to Kings Island here.

Fun Fall & Halloween Themed Merchandise

The Sweet Spot and Snoopy Boutique have fun fall and Halloween-themed merchandise.

Interactive Lanterns (NEW)

Guests can unlock the hidden secrets of cursed locations using Grave Digger’s Lantern.

“No-Boo” Necklace Option If You Want to Stay for Halloween Haunt

The No-Boo Necklace is for any guest hesitant to experience Halloween Haunt.

The monsters may still interact with the wearer of a No-Boo necklace, but won’t attempt to scare them. A No-Boo necklace can be purchased at the park.

*Note that “No Boo” necklaces DON’T work INSIDE Halloween Haunt attractions.

*If you have younger children, you may want to leave the park before 6 PM on Saturdays when the monsters for Haunt begin to walk throughout the park.

What Ages is Haunt at Kings Island Recommended for?

Haunt is recommended for ages 13 and older due to its mature themes and attractions.

What Time Does Haunt Start at Kings Island?

Haunt activities are on select nights from September 20 – November 2, 2024.

Your Kings Island Admission ticket includes Fall Fest and Haunt.

*There is no reentry to the park after 6 PM on Fridays, Saturdays and select Sundays Haunt dates listed above.

Chaperone Policy at Kings Island

The chaperone policy at Kings Island is to help keep all guests as safe as possible.

Under this policy, all guests at Kings Island ages 15 years old or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old to be admitted to, or remain in, the park after 4PM local time until to close. 

The chaperone must present a valid government-issued photo identification with a date of birth at ticket entry.

One chaperone may accompany no more than (10) guests ages 15 or younger per day.

In addition, the chaperone must accompany their party during entry, remain inside the park during their visit, and be available by phone throughout their stay.

Guests ages 15 years old or younger who are found inside the park unaccompanied by a chaperone will be subject to ejection. This chaperone requirement applies to all Kings Island ticket and season pass holders.

Bag Policy for Haunt at Kings Island

The bag policy at Kings Island begins at 4 PM.

During Halloween Haunt, re-entry is not permitted for guests who leave the park after 6:00 PM.

Clear plastic bags smaller than 12” x 12” x 6” as well as non-clear wristlets or clutches no larger than 5”x 8”x 2” are allowed after 4:00 PM for Halloween Haunt.

All bags are subject to search before entry.

Haunt Scare Zones

• International Street Fear
• Pumpkin Eater
• Hooked (NEW)
• Coney Maul
• Alien X
• Abandoned

Haunt Indoor Mazes

*Open at 6 PM during Haunt

• Alien Abyss
• KillMart
• Slaughterhouse
• Hotel St. Michelle
• Madame Fatale’s Cavern of Terror

Haunt Outdoor Maze

Cornered

Haunt Sinister Shows

• Ghouls Gone Wild (NEW)
• Dr. Nightmare
• Nytewalkers

Haunt Themed Merchandise

• Emporium
• KI Essentials

Save on Discounted Admission to Kings Island for Fall Fest and Haunt

You can find the lowest prices for Kings Island Fall Fest and Haunt here.

Giveaway for Tickets to Kings Island

I’m giving away 4 tickets to Kings Island + 1 single-use parking pass that can be used at Tricks and Treats or Haunt (2 winners) in 2024.

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