Securing Camp Snoopy discount tickets can really stretch your vacation dollar. Unfortunately, it doesn't cost peanuts to visit Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang at Knott's Berry Farm's popular kiddie play area. However, with the aid of reduced price admission, the entire family can join Snoopy in his happy dance without worrying about breaking the bank.
About Camp Snoopy
Southern California's Knott's Berry Farm is one of the nation's most popular theme parks. Like its competitors it boasts dozens of thrilling attractions, including high-speed roller coasters and high-tech rides that will leave you white-knuckled and breathless. However, the amusement park is not designed exclusively for older adrenaline junkies. Knott's Berry Farm also boasts an extremely popular six-acre kiddie zone called Camp Snoopy. The giant play area features more than 30 rides and interactive attractions geared specifically for Knott's Berry Farm's youngest guests. Camp Snoopy allows kids and parents to make memories together with all of their favorite Peanuts characters, including Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus and, of course, the gang's cartoon pooch, Snoopy.
Where to Find Camp Snoopy Discount Tickets
Unfortunately, all that fun comes with a hefty price tag. Admission to Camp Snoopy is included in the price of a standard Knott's Berry Farm ticket. As of March 2011, the price of admission at the gate for guests 12 years and older is $56.99, while the price for juniors (ages 3-11) and seniors (62 years and older) is $24.99.
The good news is there are several ways to score Camp Snoopy discount tickets, so you really shouldn't ever have to pay full price for admission to the park. Money-saving options include:
Knott's Website
The best place to start your hunt for reduced price tickets to Camp Snoopy is to visit Knott's Berry Farm's website. The site boasts a comprehensive "Deals and Discounts" section which details several ways you can secure tickets without having to pay full price. For example, during the theme park's slow spring season you can purchase tickets for as low as $33.99 for regular adult admission. Simply order the discount tickets online at Knott's site and use the print at home system, rather than purchase at the gate. Each year has a deadline for use of the discount tickets, so be sure to check the expiration date. In addition, if you plan to visit Camp Snoopy more than once during the year, you can save a substantial amount of money on tickets by purchasing a season pass.
Hotel Packages
Several hotels in and around Knott's Berry Farm occasionally offer package deals that include overnight accommodations plus Knott's single day general admission tickets for one low rate. If you are visiting from out of town and need a place to stay, then you can save a bundle by taking advantage of these stay and play packages. Contact a travel agent to get a complete list of participating lodgings that offer these package deals.
AAA Discount
Getting into Camp Snoopy for less couldn't be much easier for AAA members. Current members of AAA can show their card at the gate and save 30 percent on Knott's Berry Farm regular admission tickets.
Resident Discounts
If you live in Southern California and have a 90000-93599 zip code, you can purchase regular admission tickets to Knott's Berry Farm for a discounted rate. Proof of residency is required at the park's ticket booth to receive the discounted admission.
Military
Active duty military personnel with current ID are able to score discounted tickets to Camp Snoopy year-round. In addition, each November Knott's Berry Farm sponsors Military Tribute Days whereby veterans and current members of the U.S. Armed Forces receive free park admission for them and a guest. What's more, up to six additional tickets can be purchased at a discount by individuals with a valid military ID or a DD214.
Partners
Several times throughout the year Knott's partners with local retailers, such as TGI Friday's, Burger King, and Albertson's grocery stores to offer discount tickets to Camp Snoopy. Often, the reduced price tickets reflect a savings of nearly 50 percent off regular admission. You can find a complete list of participating retailers on Knott's Berry Farm's website.
Warning About Discount Tickets
All of the special offers for discount tickets to Camp Snoopy are subject to change without warning. Consequently, if you are in doubt about a specific offer it's a good idea to contact Knott's Berry Farm directly. In addition, be sure to look at the expiration date on the reduced price tickets. Many feature small windows in which the offer is good for. Finally, some promotional tickets must be picked up at the park's guest services window, not the main gate. Be sure to read the fine print on the discount ticket offer so you don't waste time standing in a line that will get you nowhere but frustrated.
