Take Class Outside with Valleyfair's Youth Programs & Student Field Trips

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Take Class Outside with Valleyfair's Youth Programs

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January 3, 2024

When you participate in our youth programs or student field trips, Valleyfair becomes your own interactive, state-of-the-art classroom (and the ultimate playground for after class). We’ve worked with leading educators and subject-matter experts to offer the best in content and impact for student learning at all grades and levels. We make learning FUN! Check out our 2024 educational offerings below! 

School Days

May 17, 22-24, 28-31, June 3-7, 2024

School Days are the best way to take a break from the books and celebrate the end of the school year with your students. Doubling as an outdoor classroom, Valleyfair brings learning to life - OR - an all-day recess! Teachers and chaperones can also take advance of our VIP lounge while students play in the park!

Physics and Science Days

May 22 and 29, 2024
In partnership with GO4ST8 Physics, Create Mpls, and Science from Scientists

If Sir Isaac Newton were alive today, we’re pretty sure he would sign off on a physics class field trip to Valleyfair. As a renowned scientist credited with many physics principles we follow today, he would know that an innovative – and totally fun – way to demonstrate the science that deals with matter, energy, motion and force is a modern-day roller coaster. We sure have plenty of those at Valleyfair, so bring your students to participate in our specially designed physics and science educational activities, including our popular Milk Carton Boat Races! 

We’ve collaborated with leading teachers and consultants to develop activities and downloadable packets that can be used as a resource guide or modified to meet your current teaching requirements.

Marketing Day

May 23, 2024

What does it take to sell FUN? It’s not as easy as it may seem, so bring your students to Valleyfair's Marketing Day to learn from Valleyfair's marketing professionals. At this sales and marketing workshop, students will learn the ins and outs of developing and executing an intricate and complex marketing campaign. Topics may include: defining the product; selecting target groups; planning advertising strategies with radio, television, digital, out-of-home and direct mail; executing in-park marketing strategies; planning special events; initiating group sales and much more. Students can interact with a panel of special guests who will share their insights and give tips on how to prepare for a rewarding career in this dynamic field.

Engineering Day

May 23, 2024

We see the cars flying on the tracks, zipping around hairpin curves and inverting guests at mind-boggling speeds. We feel the wind in our hair and lumps in our stomachs when we plunge down a dizzying freefall. We know the effects of Valleyfair’s epic thrill rides, but really, how do roller coasters work? What kind of science, math and mega-extreme logistics go into world-class thrill rides? Come to Engineering Day, an interactive event dedicated to engineering for students, so they can get up close and personal with science on a grand scale (and we mean GRAND, as in Power Tower-style humongous). Students will learn from industry professionals how Valleyfair uses technology and human tendencies to build a park suitable for thousands of guests each day.

Afterward, students will experience this engineering firsthand with a great day at the park. Combine that with a catered meal and you’ve engineered a full day of success!

Construct-a-Coaster Project

Think you have what it takes to build the perfect rollercoaster for Valleyfair? Put your engineering skills and creativity to the test with this new project we’re debuting in conjunction with Engineering Day! Coasters must be built in advance and presented at Engineering Day where they will be judged by a panel on Technical Merit, Theme and Creativity, and Rider Enjoyment.

Space is limited, make sure to reserve your spot today!

Career Day

May 17, 2024

Did you ever think a horticulturist could work in a theme park? How about an automotive mechanic? A wide variety of professions are required to make Valleyfair operate each day, many of which you'd never think would work in a theme park. At Career Day, students can learn which career fields are possible in this industry. Guest speakers with vocational training will explain how their role contributes to the success of Valleyfair and where they focused in school to help guide them in their careers.

Performance in the Park

Any Public Operating Day

Bring your dance, marching band, choir or other performing group to have a unique performance opportunity AND a day of FUN at Valleyfair! Let your student shine in a magical environment for potentially thousands of spectators. Groups can be scheduled on any public operating day based on availability. 

Field Trips and Youth Outings

Any Public Operating Day

Whether you are looking for an end-of-year celebration, church youth group retreat, summer camp program, or senior class party, Valleyfair is the perfect destination to make your group scream with delight. Bring your group and make some memories together! 

Contact our Youth Group Sales Coordinator today and get your best fieldtrip ever day set!