We are officially one month away from the opening of your favorite amusement park! Let’s dive into the top 30 reasons – one for each day – why you should visit Valleyfair this season:

1. Roller coasters: Valleyfair has some of the most thrilling roller coasters in the Midwest, including fan-favorites like Wild Thing, Renegade and Steel Venom (that holding break!).

2. Soak City: Enjoy a full day of splashing fun with water slides galore, kids play areas, a wave pool, and lazy river. With a single admission, you get two parks for the price of one!

3. Planet Snoopy: Kids will love the Peanuts-themed area with rides, shows, and photo opportunities with Snoopy and his friends.

4. Family-friendly rides: Beyond Planet Snoopy, Valleyfair also has plenty of rides for all ages located throughout the park—so you can keep the family together while keeping everyone entertained!

5. Live entertainment: Enjoy live music, dance, Charlie Brown and the gang, and other performances throughout the park.

6. Cabanas: Rent a private cabana at Soak City for extra shade, pool side service, and relaxation.

7. Seasonally delicious food and beverages: Indulge in a variety of delicious food options including our new Xtreme Confections (our Elephant Ears will wow you!) and Wild Thing Brews and Spirits—don’t miss the beer flight! From snacks to full sit-down meals, we will keep you refreshed!

8. Water rides: Cool off on hot summer days with water rides like the Thunder Canyon and The Wave. 

9. It’s a tradition!: Valleyfair is a rite of passage for Minnesota youth. You grew up coming here as a kid and now, you can bring your kids or grandchildren.

10. Games and prizes: Try your luck at the various carnival games and win amazing prizes.

11. Immersive Events: Valleyfair hosts various seasonal events such as Grand Carnivale, Fourth of July Fireworks, Latin Days, and Tricks and Treats.

12. Fast Lane: Get to the front of the line with Fast Lane, which allows you to skip the regular lines on select rides.

13. Night rides: It is such a different vibe at night with everything aglow and the dark sky and stars above you on your highest rides. Visiting the park at night is a must!

14. Shopping: Valleyfair is a great place to go gift shopping or grab souvenirs of your best day ever with 16 shops and photo kiosks.

15. Group events: Host a unique corporate outing or team-building event at Valleyfair with special group rates and packages.

16. Character meet-and-greets: Meet your favorite Peanuts characters, as well as other costumed characters throughout the park.

17. We are cashless: No need to worry about bills getting wet or losing your cash—we are now cashless! Don’t have a credit card—no worries. We have plenty of Cash-to-Card kiosks located throughout the park.

18. Season Passes: Purchase a season pass to enjoy unlimited visits to the park all summer long, free parking, discounts, and so much more.

19. The beautiful gardens: No one does summer like Minnesotans after such long winters, and our park is in full beautiful bloom—enjoy the gorgeous flowers and landscaping throughout!

20. Fourth of July Fireworks: Spend a fun-filled day on rides and Soak City, then sit back and enjoy the best firework views in town!

21. Special needs accommodations: Valleyfair offers accommodations for guests with special needs, including accessible rides and quiet areas.

22. Unique Souvenirs: From caricatures to air brushed shirts with your names—there are a lot of amazing unique souvenirs to keep from your best day ever!

23. Free Wi-Fi: Stay connected with free Wi-Fi throughout the park and share out those Instagrammable moments.

24. Youth Programs: Learn about science and physics in a fun and interactive way with Valleyfair's Youth Programs.

25. Performance in the Park: Enjoy music and dance performances by local schools and organizations throughout the season!

26. Military discounts: Active and retired military members can receive discounted admission to the park and free admission on Memorial Day.

27. Seasonal job opportunities: Looking for a summer job? Valleyfair offers seasonal employment opportunities for students and adults.

28. Cleanliness and safety: Valleyfair takes pride in its clean and safe environment, with regular cleaning and sanitation protocols.

29. Convenience: Located just outside of Minneapolis, Valleyfair is an easy and convenient destination for a day trip or weekend getaway.

30. Memories: Finally, Valleyfair offers the chance to make lasting memories with your friends and entire family.

Get your summer prepped and ready by purchasing tickets or a Season Pass (it pays for itself in only 2 visits!) today!