Kings Island’s family-focused Tricks and Treats begins Sunday, September 27, giving families a daytime alternative to the park’s nighttime Halloween Haunt. The event runs on select days through November 1, according to the park’s official event page.
The daytime program includes a trick-or-treat trail through the children’s area, costumed characters, a mask-making activity near International Street, a costume contest and seasonal entertainment. The park also lists The Fangtasticks, the Skelebration Dance Party and “The Monsters are Coming, Charlie Brown” among the scheduled offerings. These activities are positioned for families and younger children before the evening scares begin.
Visitors should pay close attention to operating patterns. Kings Island says Planet Snoopy and Camp Snoopy are closed Thursdays and Fridays during Halloween Haunt and close at 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Families whose plans center on those areas should arrive early and confirm the day’s hours in the park calendar or app before traveling.
Admission is not presented as a separate Tricks and Treats ticket. The park’s current ticket page says dated admission includes fall events on select dates and currently starts at $45 online, compared with a displayed gate value of $119. A processing fee of up to $9.99 applies, and pricing can change by date. Daily Fast Lane is sold separately and currently starts at $89.
For repeat visitors, the event page currently advertises a 2027 Gold Pass for $125, plus fees and taxes. The listed benefits include admission to Midwest parks, including Cedar Point, general parking and visits during the remainder of 2026 and through 2027. Travelers should compare that offer with dated admission based on the number of planned visits.
The timing differs from the adult-oriented Halloween program. Kings Island’s official event calendar lists Halloween Haunt on select nights from September 25 through October 31, while Tricks and Treats begins two days later and continues through November 1. That makes the daytime event the more appropriate choice for families seeking candy, shows and rides without relying on the nighttime scare experience.
Before leaving home, visitors should verify the selected date, hours, ride availability and any costume restrictions on Kings Island’s official site. Weather and attraction operations can also change during the fall season.
For live planning, check Ohio park wait times. Readers can also follow the latest statewide developments on TAQ’s Ohio theme-parks page.
