2025 All Knott's Berry Farm Season Pass Options: Explained
A Season Pass is one of the most popular passes at Knott's Berry Farm.
In this guide, we'll explain what a Knott's Season Pass is, the types of Season Passes offered, and what to consider before purchasing a pass.
What is a Knott's Berry Farm Season Pass?
A Knott's Season Pass allows a passholder unlimited visits to the park for all of 2025 along with additional benefits such as discounts, and Bring-a-Friend Discount tickets on certain dates.
There are three types of Season Passes at Knott's Berry Farm including:
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Knott's Season Pass - Only Knott's Berry Farm (Parking Is NOT Included)
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Knott's Gold Pass - Unlimited Admission to Both Knott's & Soak City (Parking Is NOT Included)
- Knott's Prestige Pass - Preferred Parking is Included Along With Exclusive Access to the Preferred Entrance & VIP Area, Preferred Parking and Free Bring-a-Friend Tickets
1. Knott's Season Pass
A Regular Knott's Season Pass is the cheapest options that is perfect for visitors who are only interested in having unlimited visits to Knott's Berry Farm.
Knott's Season Pass Benefits Include:
- Unlimited Visits to Knott's Berry Farm
- 10% Discount Off Food & Merchandise
- Bring-A-Friend Discount Tickets on Certain Dates
- Discounts on Cedar Fair Hotels
- Discounted Renewal Price For Your Next Season Pass
- Eligible to Use the Easy Pay Plan to Purchase a Season Pass
A Knott's Regular Season Pass does not include complimentary parking for the Season, however it can be purchased as a Season add-on at checkout.
2. Knott's Gold Season Pass
A Gold Pass provides visitors with unlimited access to both Knott's Berry Farm and Knott's Soak City water park.
Knott's Gold Pass Benefits Include:
- Unlimited Visits to Knott's Soak City
- Unlimited Visits to Knott's Berry Farm
- 10% Discount Off Food & Merchandise
- Bring-A-Friend Discount Tickets on Certain Dates
- Discounts on Cedar Fair Hotels
- Eligible to Use the Easy Pay Plan to Purchase a Season Pass
If you think that you may visit the Knott's water park more than twice in a season, a Gold Pass is something worth considering.
However, if you plan on visiting the water park 2 or fewer times, pricing-wise it makes more sense to purchase the Soak City ticket separately.
Although a Knott's Gold Pass does not include parking for the Season, it can still be purchased as an add-on to your Gold Pass at checkout.
3. Knott's Prestige Season Pass
A Knott's Prestige Pass is perfect for visitors who are looking for the ultimate theme park experience where they can take advantage of every upgrade and/or perk that Knott's offers.
The Prestige Pass is the only Season Pass that includes complimentary parking (Preferred Parking), along with Bring-a-Friend Tickets and a Fast Lane Pass per visit.
Knott's Prestige Pass Benefits Include:
- Preferred Parking Access For the Season
- 2 Free Bring-A-Friend Tickets Per Year
- 1 Single Use Fast Lane Pass Per Visit
- Access to the VIP Area
- Access to the Preferred Park Entrance
- Unlimited Visits to Knott's Berry Farm and Knott's Soak City
- 10% Discount Off Food & Merchandise
- Bring-A-Friend Discount Tickets on Certain Dates
- Discounts on Cedar Fair Hotels
- Eligible to Use the Easy Pay Plan to Purchase a Season Pass
Consider Adding Add-On's to Your Season Pass
It''s important to know that Knott's Season Passes do not provide access to special events such as Knott's Scary Farm unless you purchase a Knott's Scary Farm add-on to your Season Pass to gain access for the Season.
During checkout, you will be given the option to add additional upgrades to your Season Pass which if selected, will be valid for your use for the entire Season including.
Knott's Add-On Options include:
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Knott's All Season Parking - General Parking is Included For the Rest of the Season
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Knott's Fast Lane Pass and/or Fast Lane Plus Pass - Skip the Lines to Your Favorite Rides Every Visit
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All Season Dining - Lunch and Dinner During Every Visit
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All Season Drink Bottle - Receive a Souvenir Bottle and Use That Bottle to Receive Unlimited Refills During Every Visit
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All Season Drink Plan - Unlimited Coca-Cola Beverage Refills During Every Visit (No Souvenir)
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All Season Drink Plan Plus Paper Cup - Notably Includes Coffee, ICEE, and Hot Chocolate (When Offered Seasonally)
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All Season Locker Rental - Access to 1 Standard Size Locker For the Season at Knott's or Soak City
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All Season Fun Pix - Get Professional Digital Park Photos During Your Visits
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All Park Passport (Only For Gold & Prestige Passes) - This Add-On Allows You to Enjoy The Same Season Pass Benefits You Have at Knott's - But At All Cedar Fair Parks
Payment Options Available For Season Passes
There are two ways to purchase a Knott's Season Pass including:
- Paying For Your Season Pass In Full
- Paying For Your Season Pass Over Several Months (Easy Pay Plan)
Knott's Easy Pay Plan Spreads Out Payments
Knott's Easy Pay Plan is a monthly payment plan that spreads your full Season Pass cost over over 6 months after paying a one-time initiation fee.
The Easy Pay Plan works by charging an initial one-time fee on the day of your purchase, and from that point on there's a fixed monthly cost every month for the next 6 months (resulting in 7 total payments).
Before purchasing your Season Pass, you'll be shown a full payment schedule breakdown including the expected payment per date, and the amount of months you are expected to submit a payment.
How the Knott's Easy Pay Plan Works
- Select the Knott's Season Pass You'd Like to Purchase
- Input Your Billing Information
- Upload a Picture of Yourself (Or You Can Choose to Take it at the Park)
- Choose Whether or Not You'd Like to Purchase Add-On's
- Review the Payment Schedule and Total Costs
- Sign Off On the Season Pass Agreement Terms
- Check Out
Can I Pay Off My Knott's Season Pass Early From Easy Pay?
Yes, even if you originally chose Easy Pay and later on changed your mind, as a Season Pass Holder you can pay the remaining balance off through the Payment Portal.
When Should I Get a Knott's Season Pass?
If you're planning on visiting the park at least 2 times in a Season, a Regular Knott's Season Pass is worth considering, as it quickly pays for itself in only 2 visits.
How to Purchase a Knott's Season Pass
You can purchase a Season Pass directly from Knott's site, Knott's app, or in person at the ticket booth/Guest Services in Knott's Berry Farm.
Renewing Knott's Season Pass Holders will receive a slight discount, on average ranging from $5-$10 off from the regular price.
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