Seasonal Event

Knott’s Scary FarmWhere Nightmares Never End

An imposing executioner performer at Knott's Scary Farm dressed in a dark tunic and a black fabric hood that conceals their face. The figure stands enveloped in eerie green fog, holding a large, weathered battleaxe while lantern lights glow faintly in the background.

Knott’s Scary Farm

When: Select Nights. September 17 - October 31, 2026

Where: 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620

What to expect: Knott’s Scary Farm is the longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event in Southern California. With over 50 years of nightmares, unimaginable scares, and innovative thrills, Knott’s Scary Farm has left no tomb unearthed, no crypt unrattled, and no fear untouched.

Experience the fully transformed theme park, with uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding across every inch of the park.

Knott’s Scary Farm is not recommended for children under 13. All guests, regardless of age, need to have their own paid admission ticket.

    Map Your Escape Route.

    Always have a plan. Navigate fear and find every fright with our digital guide.

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    Scary Farm Tickets

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    One night of iconic scares​.


    • Event Admission​
    • Pick Your Date​
    • Bundles Available
    Limited Quantities Remain!
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    Scary Farm 2026 Pass

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    $164/ea*
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    Season-long screams.


    • Visit the Event All Season Long in 2026​
    • Passholder & Member Discounts Available
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    Scary Farm Fright & Fast Lane

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    $139/ea*
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    Wait less. Scream more.


    • Use at Mazes & Select Rides
    • Event Admission Not Included

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    • Silhouette of a witch wearing a pointed hat and holding a staff, standing in a misty, dark forest illuminated by eerie green spotlights.

      Scary Farm Ti...

      *Taxes may apply. Online only.
      $65/ea*
      • Promotional graphic featuring the text "Knott's Scary Farm 2026 Pass" over a blood-splattered wooden background next to a broken mirror reflecting a pale, screaming face.

        Scary Farm 20...

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        $164/ea*
        • Two young women laughing and smiling widely while buckled into the seats of an amusement park ride at night.

          Scary Farm Fr...

          *Taxes may apply. Online only.
          $139/ea*
          Know the Rules. Survive the Night.

          There are certain rules one must follow to survive. Review our chaperone and bag policies.

          A close-up of a horned, grey-skinned monster performer inside a haunted maze with dramatic blue and red neon lighting. The creature has a stone-textured face, bared teeth, and a long clawed hand resting on a wooden pillar.

          10 Frightening Mazes

          From dark corridors to thrilling encounters, these haunted houses feature heart-pounding scares and immersive environments you won’t find anywhere else. It’s guaranteed to leave you screaming for more.

          A male monster performer under vibrant green lighting, reaching both hands out toward the camera in a lunging motion. The performer wears a dark fedora, a black vest over a light-colored button-up shirt, and heavy facial makeup depicting a distorted, scarred face with an aggressive expression. In the blurry background, a large, glowing green monster face or prop exhales fog.

          5 Sinister Scare Zones

          There’s nowhere to hide as these expansive scare zones immerse you in terror, each offering a unique and spine-chilling experience for brave visitors. Who knows what creatures you may find lurking in the fog?

          A spooky stage setup featuring "The Calico Coffin Creepers," an animatronic monster band under warm overhead string lights. The band consists of various creatures: a tall werewolf in a grey suit standing by a bass drum on the left, a small grey alien in overalls playing a miniature banjo on a barrel in the center, a massive hairy Bigfoot monster in the background, and a gaunt ghoul in a black robe playing a washboard on the right. A large banner on the right side reads "The Calico Coffin Creepers" against a haunted forest silhouette.

          3 Hair-Raising Shows

          These one-of-a-kind shows will captivate souls who seek an exhilarating experience that will haunt their nightmares long after the moon sets. With new spectacles and returning favorites for this special anniversary year, you’ll be entertained to death.

          A Celebration to Die For

          • Blue and gray gothic Loungefly mini backpack for Knott's Scary Farm. The front features a large glittery cracked "K" between broken columns, a glowing skull lantern emblem at the top, dripping blue accents, and ornate haunted mansion-inspired detailing. Shot against a dark spooky background.

            Exclusive Merchandise

            Ghoulishly enchanting apparel and must-have collectibles. Enjoy Knott’s Scary Farm in bone-chilling style.

          • A terrifying clown performer with a painted white face, red circles around his eyes, a small red nose, a mohawk, and blackened, rotting teeth smiling widely at the camera. He wears a red-and-white striped vintage circus costume with a ruffled collar. In the background, the tracks of a roller coaster are illuminated by red lighting against a dark night sky.

            Coasters in the Dark

            Embark on a chilling journey through the darkness, where roller coasters like Silver Bullet and GhostRider weave their thrills and unseen terrors heighten your senses.

          • A lavish, Halloween-themed food spread set against a spooky backdrop of purple lighting and white spiderwebs.

            Themed Food & Drink

            Indulge in wicked culinary creations that tantalize the taste buds with a sinister twist. These devilish delights and cursed cocktails will seduce your palate, leaving you craving more.

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