Valleyfair is a seasonal outdoor amusement park located just south of Minneapolis and Saint Paul in Shakopee, Minnesota. Spread out over 75 attractions are options for family fun, for thrill-seekers pursuing their next adventure, for lovers of the classic rides, and for youngsters alike. Included with admission is Soak City waterpark (more information below) which gives much more bang for your buck if you visit during the summer. Numerous special events are held in the theme park throughout the season. Celebrations have included the Peanuts Celebration, a fun tribute to Minnesota’s own Charles Schulz and his lovable collection of comic characters. Meet Charlie Brown’s gang and even learn to draw characters from pro artist. In the fall the park transforms into absolute fun of the Halloween kind for the whole family. Continued in 2023: Valleyfair will not be offering ValleyScare Halloween Haunt and the milder Great Pumpkin Festival. Instead they will offer a single “Tricks and Treats” event with all the fun and no frights. Learn more here. Continued in 2023, the park will offers free Pre-K Passes for children ages 3 to 5. The child must be accompanied by an adult who is not free. Parking is not included with the Pre-K Pass. However, it is included with other season passes and your Pre-K can’t go alone. Note that season passes will auto renew unless you remember to cancel. Find more information here. Planet Snoopy is the area of the park where you can find kids’ rides. Kids will find rides like a mini train, swings and spinning rides geared toward the smaller set. Many of the rides do not have a height restriction or have the shorter height levels. Advertised as the area’s premier waterpark, Soak City Water Park is included in all Valleyfair admissions when it is open. Cool off in the wave pool, experience ocean-like waves, float down the lazy river and try out the gamut of tube slides. Like the rest of the park, some rides are not appropriate for smaller children. Please check the height requirements for details. Have you had a recent trip to Valleyfair? Leave us a comment. Tell us your tips, your favorite rides and your disappointments, so we can share constructive information with other parents considering a visit to this Twin Cities’ amusement park and maybe help someone find a new favorite thrill ride.Special Events & Halloween:
Pre-K Pass at Valleyfair
Pre-K Fun at Planet Snoopy
Soak City Waterpark at Valley Fair
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