2024 Knott's Berry Farm Season Pass Guide: Know Before You Go
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 Berry Farm Season Pass is, the different types of Season Passes offered every add-on that can be added to the pass, and which payment methods are accepted.
What is a Knott's Berry Farm Season Pass?
A Knott's Season Pass allows you unlimited visits to the park (and/or other parks depending on which option you choose) for all of 2024 along with other benefits such as free parking and discounts on food and beverages.
One of the most underrated perks of Knott's Season Passes is that they don't contain blockout dates, allowing Pass Holders maximum visits to the park for the Season.
Perks can vary depending on which type of Season Pass you purchase, however, Season Passes can include benefits such as:
- Unlimited Visits to Knott's and Soak City for the Season
- Preferred Parking for the Season
- Bring-a-Friend Discount Tickets
- 10% Off Food & Merchandise for the Season
Types of Season Passes at Knott's Berry Farm
There are three types of Season Passes at Knott's Berry Farm including:
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Knott's Season Pass - Unlimited Admission to Knott's Berry Farm
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Knott's Gold Pass - Unlimited Admission to Both Knott's & Soak City
- Knott's Prestige Pass - Ultimate Perks Such as 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 of the three options and 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
It's important to know that a Regular Season Pass does not include complimentary parking for the Season.
However, Parking can be purchased as an additional add-on to your Season Pass, which we'll cover in a later section.
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 enjoy water parks and think that you would visit them more than twice in a season, a Gold Pass is something that you may consider.
If you plan on visiting the water park 2 or fewer times, you can simply purchase the Soak City ticket separately.
Similarly to the Regular Season Pass, a Gold Pass also does not include complimentary parking for the Season but can be purchased as an additional add-on to your Gold Pass, which we'll cover in a later section.
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 at Knott's Berry Farm.
Knott's Prestige Pass Benefits Include:
- Access to the Preferred Park Entrance
- Access to the VIP Area
- 2 Free Bring-A-Friend Tickets Per Year
- 1 Single Use Fast Lane Pass Per Visit
- 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 Purchasing Add-On's to Your Season Pass
It''s important to know that 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 that will also last for the entire Season including:
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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 For a Knott's Season Pass
There are two ways to purchase a Knott's Berry Farm Pass including:
- Paying in Full
- Paying Over Several Months By Using Easy Pay
What is Knott's Easy Pay Plan?
The Easy Pay Plan is a monthly payment plan that spreads the Season Pass payments over 10 months after a one-time fee.
The Easy Pay Plan works by charging an initial one-time fee on the day of purchase, and from that point on there's a fixed monthly cost every month, for the next 10 months.
Before purchasing your Season Pass, you'll be given a full payment breakdown including the expected payment amount on which date, and for how many months it will last.
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.
How to Purchase a Knott's Season Pass
You can purchase your 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.
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.
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