Park Information - Kennywood Connection

Kennywood Park 4800 Kennywood Boulevard West Mifflin, PA 15122 412-461-0500 Click here for directions

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Located 20 minutes southeast of Pittsburgh, Kennywood is a historic Pennsylvania amusement park that has been delighting visitors from near and far since 1898. Founded by the Monongahela Street Railway Company as a way to encourage ridership on weekends, Kennywood quickly became a beloved destination for families seeking fun and entertainment.

Over the years, Kennywood has undergone several changes in ownership, with the most notable being its acquisition by the Kennywood Entertainment Company in 1906. Under this ownership, the park saw significant expansion and the addition of iconic attractions like the Jack Rabbit roller coaster, which opened in 1920 and still thrills riders today with its classic wooden coaster experience. In 2008, Kennywood was acquired by Palace Entertainment (a subsidiary of Spanish company Parques Reunidos which operates over 50 venues globally), bringing new opportunities for growth and development. In March of 2025, Herschend announced acquisition of Palace Entertainment’s over 20 entertainment venues across the U.S., including Kennywood.

Today, Kennywood Park continues to enchant visitors with its unique blend of modern rides and nostalgic charm. Home to a diverse array of attractions ranging from thrilling roller coasters to classic carnival games, the park offers something for everyone. In addition to its rides, Kennywood boasts beautifully landscaped grounds, live entertainment, and delicious dining options, making it the perfect destination for a day of family fun. With its rich history and commitment to providing unforgettable experiences, Kennywood Park remains a cherished landmark in the Pittsburgh area.

Hours: Kennywood is typically open from late April through January 1st, with varying hours depending on the season. Phantom Fall Fest is the park’s Fall / Halloween event, running late September through the last weekend in October. Holiday Lights starts mid-November through January 1st. Always be sure to check the official site for hours and days of operation!

Parking: Kennywood offers both free and preferred parking. Preferred parking is $20 per vehicle. If you don’t mind a slightly longer walk (you’ll be walking through the park all day anyways!) the free parking is located in these areas:

• Farthest North end of the first level lot closest to the Exterminator building
• Second level lot: When you pull into the second level lot, drive all the way up toward the escalators and park as close to those as possible for the shortest walk to the park entrance. There are both escalators and a sloped walkway available from the second level lot in case of strollers, wagons, etc.
• Third level lot: On very busy days, the park will open the third level parking. Often times, they will be running a free shuttle bus between the third level lot and the park entrance. Pick up at the bottom is in the “bus loop” near the park entrance gates (when exiting through the park gates, turn to the right and go up the ramp, then wait at the top).

Pricing: Kennywood offers many different pricing options for daily tickets and season passes. There are also many ways to find discounted tickets, ranging from school picnic tickets to tickets purchased online rather than at the gate, etc. Always be sure to check the official site for accurate pricing and to make a purchase.

Cashless: Kennywood is a cashless park, but does offer cash-to-card kiosks throughout the park. Any unused funds on the card at the end of your day can then be used anywhere else debit cards are accepted.