Notice anything new at the main entrance? 🎡✨
Kings Island has teamed up with Crayons and Beyond to help local students start the school year strong! 📚✏️
Before a FUN day of thrills, consider bringing unused and unopened school supplies to Kings Island and drop them in the special drop box at the front entrance (hint: it's a Scrambler cart!).
Every pencil, notebook, and crayon counts! Together, we can help kids in our community succeed. 💙📚
Visit https://t.co/RvSBdZQyjX to learn more!
#KingsIsland #CrayonsAndBeyond #BackToSchool #GiveBack #CommunitySupport
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Grand Carnivale presented by Sharefax Credit Union has returned to #KingsIsland! 🌎🎉 Celebrate cultures from around the world with incredible entertainment, delicious international cuisine & the can't-miss Spectacle of Color Parade. The party is on daily through August 2! ✨
Summer evenings at Kings Island are about to become even more colorful as Grand Carnivale returns daily through Aug. 2, bringing an energetic celebration of international cultures through music, entertainment, cuisine and spectacular nighttime experiences.
Included with regular park admission, Grand Carnivale transforms the park after 5 p.m. with vibrant decorations, live performances, cultural activities and globally inspired food that give guests another reason to stay long after they’ve finished riding roller coasters.
The celebration begins each evening with the Royal Opening Ceremony near the iconic Eiffel Tower, officially kicking off the festivities before the park comes alive with music, dancing and interactive entertainment.
One of the festival’s signature experiences is Hot Rhythm Nights, a high-energy production featuring talented performers, audience participation and a soundtrack blending today’s biggest hits with nostalgic party favorites. The interactive show invites guests of all ages to sing, dance and become part of the celebration.
As the sun begins to set, the excitement builds toward the Spectacle of Color Parade, where brilliantly decorated floats, colorful costumes and energetic performers wind their way through International Street and surrounding areas. Throughout the parade, performers regularly stop to encourage guests to dance along, creating an atmosphere that feels more like a street festival than a traditional parade.
The evening concludes with the Royal Send-Off, part of Kings Island’s nighttime spectacular featuring fireworks synchronized to music, dazzling lighting effects, lasers and aerial drones that provide a memorable finale to the day’s festivities.
Beyond the entertainment, guests can explore international-inspired food and beverage offerings along with cultural craft booths that celebrate traditions from around the world. While Grand Carnivale entertainment is included with admission, specialty food and beverage items are available for an additional charge.
Grand Carnivale Daily Schedule:
- 5 p.m. – Food and craft booths open
- 6 p.m. – Royal Opening Ceremony
- 6:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. – Hot Rhythm Nights
- 9 p.m. – Spectacle of Color Parade
- 10 p.m. – Royal Send-Off nighttime spectacular
Whether you’re visiting for the international flavors, live entertainment or spectacular nighttime finale, Grand Carnivale offers one of the most immersive summer experiences at Kings Island. If you’re planning a visit between now and Aug. 2, arriving later in the afternoon allows you to enjoy the rides before settling in for an evening filled with music, culture and celebration.
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We're ready for a fun Saturday in The Hollow! Where are you heading first this weekend at #Hersheypark? 👇
🎟️ Just a few days left to pick your visit date for $39.99: https://t.co/SB4nu81FzD
Catfish + buffalo sauce + your favorite side = the perfect #FoodieFriday combo! 🐟🔥
Choose from baked beans, mac n cheese, hushpuppies, corn, sweet potato, cole slaw, side salad, OR our Chef's Seasonal Side (Cajun Pasta Salad shown here!). Grab yours at Coney Bar-B-Que through August 16th for $19.99 or use your meal plan! 🎢🍴
NEW! #KingsDominion lights up the sky with a breathtaking drone and fireworks show, Ignite the Night! Coordinated drone formations, precisely timed fireworks, and music-driven storytelling combine into a seamless, cinematic spectacle Friday through Sunday nights.
🎉 The countdown is on... KidZfest starts next week!
Meet favourite characters like SpongeBob SquarePants™, catch live entertainment, dance parties, magicians, clowns, and so much more!
Join the fun July 22 – August 2. 💙 Get your tickets here 👉 https://t.co/Kj6r5OOYat
Due to the forecasted weather, Saturday's (July 18) fireworks have been postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date. The park remains open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
We can't wait to see you at our remaining fireworks spectaculars on July 25 and August 2. 🎆💙
Entertaining through the seasons! 💃 🎃 ❄️
Auditions for our Fall & Winter entertainment events are here! If you love performing & want to be part of the magic at #KingsIsland, we want to see you shine. ✨ Get all the details here: https://t.co/bpJQ1XPjtn