Did you know that Vallejo’s Six Flags Discovery Kingdom now offers scare-free Halloween fun for kids during the daytime (in addition to their nighttime screamy Fright Fest for teens and adults)? Here’s what you need to know.
Today’s guest writer is Jenny Hsu. Dr. Jenny is a pediatric dentist in Dublin, CA. She loves exploring the Bay Area with her young daughters, Audri and Mila (ages 4 and 7). She is excited to share their adventures with 510families.com readers.
From September 20 – November 2, head to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom for Tricks and Treats, a family-friendly Halloween event held on mostly weekend dates. This parkwide event is the daytime alternative to the after-hours jump-scare experience of Fright Fest.
Tricks and Treats has these spooky-ish fun activities
Kids at Six Flags’ Boo Fest can expect a crazy hay maze, a foam pit (like soap suds all over!), seasonal crafts, and Trick-or-Treat Trail.
What else? The park always includes character Meet-and-Greets but now they’ll have treats to give away on Trick or Treat Trail. Last year, there were only three treat stations, but they gave out a sizable amount of candy per station.
Parent tip: Bring your own bag for trick-or-treating. Most treats are chocolate, fyi.
Parent Tips for Six Flags at Halloween
- Show times change regularly. Be sure to check the schedule after arriving at the park — especially if you have a special show in mind.
- In previous years these activities require extra money so be prepared: face paint ($10), pumpkin painting ($10), cookie decorating ($10), foam party ($5 — my kids LOVED it, totally worth it!)
- Six Flags recommends young children leave the park by 6 pm before Fright Fest starts.
Plan your visit to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Boo Fest
Daily tickets start at $39 each but you can usually find discounts.
Find Boo Fest Details and buy tickets on the website >>Â (remember Fright Fest is NOT included)
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