Gates and Story Book Forest Open at 10:30 AM. Rides and Attractions at 11:00 AM. Save up to $40 on Tickets & Passes for a limited time during our Opening Sale.
Special Days & Events
The Ultimate Season of Family Fun!
Idlewild and SoakZone is your go-to destination for unforgettable events all season long! Get ready for a fun, family-friendly linup of entertainment this summer, from the World's Largest Rubber Duck to HALLOWBOO, there's something for everyone to expereience all season long. Mark your calendars and get ready for a season packed with non-stop fun!
Visit all season with a Season Pass!
OPENING DAY - May 17
Saturday, May 17, 2025
We can't wait until May to kick off our 148th season of summer fun! We're gearing up to make 2025 one of the best yet, with plenty of fun activities and events to join your favorite rides and attractions. Park rides and attractions are scheduled to open on Saturday, May 17, with SoakZone attractions opening the following weekend, May 24, for Memorial Day weekend.
Opening Weekend Events:
10:30 - Gates Open. First 300 Season Passholders to visit the Passholder Perks center behind Hillside Theater will receive an Idlewild Drawstring Bag.
11:15 am - 11:45am - Ricky Racoon and Duke the Dragon - Main Park Area (near Balloon Race)
12:30 pm - 1:00pm - Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat - Hillside Theater
1:00 pm - 'Wild Foam Party - Behind Hillside Theater
2:30 pm -3:00pm - Daniel Tiger and O the Owl - Hillside Theater
3:30 pm - 4:00pm - Ricky Racoon and Duke the Dragon - Old Idlewild Area near Auntie Annes
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm - Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat - Hillside Stage
SOAKZONE OPENS - May 24
Saturday, May 24
We kick off SoakZone splashes on Memorial Day weekend, starting Saturday, May 24. Get ready to enjoy trips around the Lazy River, riding the waves in the wavepool, splashing around Little Squirts, standing under the 300 gallon tipping bucket, and more!
PASSHOLDER PERK WEEKENDS
May 17 - 18, June 21 - 22, July 19 - 20, August 16-17
On the third weekend of every month this summer, Season Passholders can experience extra BONUS PERKS, early access to SoakZone (select dates), and more! We'll be updating our Passholder Perks page with more details of your extra special 'Wild Perks each month so stay tuned!
SHOWCASE OF STARS
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays in June
Watch as the area's brightest and most talented take to the Hillside Theater stage to perform for you! Dance troupes, bands and performance groups from the local area will entertain on select weekend dates throughout June. Schedule will vary depending on number of performance groups enrolling. Have an interested group? Learn More.
WORLD'S LARGEST RUBBER DUCK
June 27, 28, 29
Idlewild celebrates summer in a BIG way! The world's Largest Rubber Duck visits Idlewild and SoakZone June 27, 28 and 29, amrking the first return to the Pittsburgh region since 2013. Standing six stories tall, this colossal duck will give families plenty to flalp about. Snap selfies and enjoy other duck-themed activities all weekend.
FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS
Friday, July 4
Celebrate Independence day at Idlewild and SoakZone. It's the perfect day for the family enjoy together, riding rides and water attractions, visiting with your favorite characters from Story Book Forest, and meeting Daniel Tiger. Plus, stay and enjoy our annual Fourth of July fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. (Weather permitting).
ANTIQUE & CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Sunday, July 6
Travel back in time and enjoy a collection of Antique and Classic Cars on display for your enjoyment. Our 73rd Annual Car show moves back to Summer season (from the Fall) and we're eager to see classic cars in the hot sun! More information coming soon.
NEIGHBOR DAYS
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays - July 11 - August 3
In partnership with Fred Rogers Productions, Idlewild is pleased to present a celebration of everyone's favorite neighbor, Fred Rogers. With special character meets from shows inspired by Fred Rogers, fun activities, dance parties and more, it's a fun, one-of-a-kind event that your family will be sure to remember. Check back for individual weekend schedules.
July 11, 12, 13 - Mister Rogers' Neighborhood weekend
July 18, 19, 20 - Alma's Way weekend
July 25, 26, 27 - Daniel Tiger weekend
August 1, 2, 3 - Donkey Hodie weekend
KIDS FEST
Saturdays & Sundays August 9 - 31
Join us to celebrate KIDS FEST with special character meets, fun activities, and the return of the always popular, 'Wild Foam Parties. We're working on ideas to make Kids Fest the BIGGEST one yet, and not just for kids, but kids-at-heart!
HALLOWBOO!
Saturdays & Sundays - September 13 - October 26
It's the Idlewild you know and love with a fun, family-oriented happy Halloween twist! Featuring:
- Trick or Treat trail through Story Book Forest
- Rethemed rides and attractions
- Fun Mazes and more!
- All under the fabulous fall foliage of the beautiful Laurel Highlands!
