Your Guide to Buena Park's 2026 Fun-Filled Event Calendar

Buena Park, CA (January 2026) – The fun never stops in Southern California's Fun City! Home to California's first theme park, Knott's Berry Farm, Buena Park, CA offers an exciting lineup of events for 2026—designed for all ages and generations. From thrilling rides and seasonal festivals to live music, immersive dinner shows, and family-friendly activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here's what visitors can look forward to throughout the year:

Knott's PEANUTS Celebration
Weekends, Jan. 31–Feb. 22, plus President's Day
Immerse yourself in the world of Charles M. Schulz, the creator of beloved Snoopy and the PEANUTS Gang. Knott's Berry Farm will be entirely transformed into a comic book experience with one-of-a-kind character meet and greets, comic strip photo opportunities, themed eats, and exclusive entertainment. Get your discounted tickets.

Knott's Boysenberry Festival
March 13–April 12
Celebrate the berry that started it all with a festival that pays homage to Walter's Knott's delectable creation of the boysenberry through outstanding food and beverage offerings. Anything that can be flavored boysenberry will be at Knott's Berry Farm, including barbeque, desserts, cocktails, and so much more.

Knott's Summer Nights
Select Dates, June 12 through August 30
Just after sunset, the party gets started at Knott's Berry Farm with this summertime festival that takes place every night. Enjoy live music, DJs, festival booths with specialty food and drink, and midway games lining up and down the Boardwalk.

Knott's Ghost Town Alive!
Select Dates, June 12 through August 30
Wild West enthusiasts can become part of a classic Western tale as the town of Calico comes to life for the Summer at Knott's Berry Farm. Bandits, cowboys, and town citizens wander throughout the area ready to loop passerby into their latest adventure.

Knott's Soak City
Select dates, May 16–Sept. 7
Dive into 15 acres of water fun at one of the region's largest outdoor water parks, featuring 23 slides, a 750,000-gallon wave pool, lazy rivers, and kid-friendly play at Gremmie Lagoon. Cabana rentals are available for a private retreat.

Independence Day at Knott's Berry Farm
July 4
Celebrate the 4th of July with thrilling rides, live entertainment, Ghost Town Alive!, and a spectacular fireworks show over Knott's Berry Farm.

Concerts in the Park & Family Movies Under the Stars
Select nights, June–Aug.
Enjoy free summer entertainment with local artists at Boisseranc Park or watch family-friendly movies outdoors under the stars at select local parks.

Halloween Time at The Cauldron
Select Nights, September and October
Get into the spooky spirit at The Cauldron this Halloween! This restaurant and bar offers a chilling ambiance, eerie décor, themed cocktails, and seasonal bites that celebrate the dark side of the season. Guests who arrive in Halloween costumes receive a discount on their tab, and be sure to check out the hidden room behind the bookcase! The bar also offers extended hours during the fall.

Knott's Scary Farm
Select Nights, September 17 to October 31
Returning for its 53rd frightful year, Southern California's largest theme park haunt turns your nightmares into reality with haunted attractions, sinister scare zones, mesmerizing mazes, seasonal ride overlays, and tasty seasonal food and drinks to keep you fueled for fear.

Knott's Spooky Farm
Thursdays through Sundays, Sept. 24 to Oct. 31
Ghoulishly family-friendly festivities be found throughout Ghost Town and Camp Spooky at Knott's Berry Farm. Creepy critters, live entertainment, trick-or-treating, and costume contests make for a festive Halloween extravaganza.

Vampirates Halloween Dinner Show
Select Dates, September and October
Set sail for a spine-tingling Halloween show, Vampirates, at Pirates Dinner Adventure. Enjoy a four-course feast, aerial artistry, and join the over 140 participants bringing the show to life. Beware—Evil Captain Sebastian the Black and his crew of vampire pirates are lurking in the shadows.

The 17th Door
Select Nights, September and October
Only the bravest dare step foot into The 17th Door for an evening in the most intense haunted house in Orange County. Sign the waiver, if you dare, and be sure to remember your safe word.

Silverado Days
Oct. 16 – Oct. 18
The City of Buena Park invites you to the 70th annual Silverado Days Festival at Peak Park! Enjoy a fun-filled weekend perusing various food vendors, arts & craft booths, and taking in the ambience of music, carnival rides, games, and unique contests. Test your skills in the pie-eating, horseshoe, baby classic, chili cook-off, and hula hoop contests. It's an event the whole family can enjoy!

Military Appreciation Months
November and December
The City of Buena Park honors the brave men and women who have served in our nation's military with exclusive deals during November and December. Discounted rates on hotels, special offers at local dining spots, and perks at nearby attractions are just some of the ways visitors can enjoy SoCal's Fun City.

Pirates Take Christmas Holiday Dinner Show
Select Dates, December
Experience a seasonal dinner show at Pirates Dinner Adventure as you cheer on Santa Claus while he fends off Captain Sebastian and his crew to save Christmas. Scallywag pirates have captured Santa, threatening to ruin the holiday for all the girls and boys on the nice list. Select audience members may even be called upon to help in the mission!

Knott's Merry Farm
Nov. 20 through Jan. 3, 2027
Step into the magic of the holiday season at Knott's Merry Farm. Knott's Berry Farm transforms into a winter wonderland filled with festive fun for the whole family. Enjoy live entertainment, a Christmas Crafts Fair, dazzling holiday decorations, and a visit from Santa. Don't miss the spectacular ice show or the nightly Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

Spirits of Yule at The Cauldron
Nov. 17 through Jan. 3, 2027
Step into The Cauldron, a restaurant and bar, for Spirits of Yule, a limited-time winter experience. This immersive event blends pagan traditions, witchcraft, and the dark side of Christmas folklore. Enjoy spooky holiday decor, ambient music, festive photo ops, and maybe even a visit from Krampus—along with holiday-themed drinks and seasonal foods.

NYE at Knott's Berry Farm
December 31st, 2026
Countdown to the New Year at California's First Theme Park, Knott's Berry Farm. A night full of seasonal performances, exclusive stage shows, Knott's Merry Farm entertainment, and a fireworks spectacular is the perfect way to say goodbye to 2026.

From thrilling rides and seasonal festivals to immersive shows and community events, Buena Park, CA promises unforgettable experiences for every visitor in 2026. Order your FREE Buena Park Travel Guide to start planning your SoCal vacation.

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ABOUT VISIT BUENA PARK
Buena Park, California is a fun, affordable destination conveniently located just 5 miles from Disneyland®, award-winning beaches and Los Angeles landmarks. Named one of the 'Most Fun' Small Towns in America, Buena Park welcomes millions of visitors each year. Boasting five of Orange County's seven major attractions including California's first theme park, Knott's Berry Farm, Knott's Soak City Waterpark and three of the world's most interactive dinner shows - Pirates Dinner Adventure, Beach Boulevard Club, and Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament. As the official destination marketing organization for the City of Buena Park, Visit Buena Park's mission is to become a recognized travel destination and increase visitors and overnight hotel stays to economically impact the city. For more information contact Visit Buena Park at 714-562-3561 or www.visitbuenapark.com.