Valleyfair Unveils Lineup of Seasonal Events and New Culinary Experiences for 2024
Press Release from Valleyfair:
Minneapolis, MN (March 14, 2024)
Valleyfair begins the season May 11 by welcoming season passholders to experience the park first before it opens to the public. The park then kicks off the season on May 12 with fun and thrills returning to the park for all visitors. Soak City Waterpark begins its summer of splashes Memorial Day weekend. Guests can enjoy a day of rides and splashing fun before watching spectacular fireworks on the Fourth of July with Star-Spangled Night. Latin Days returns in August with live music and dance performances by local artists and authentic food. Corn Fest is back for the end of summer with a celebration of Minnesota’s favorite crop. Fall events this year includes the return of the family-friendly Tricks and Treats. All of these events are included with admission to the park (except Season Pass Preview Day).
With a fresh vision from Valleyfair’s new executive chef, Josh Slaughter, the park will offer four new culinary experiences, as well as a wider variety of beverages throughout the park. Lucky Loon Kitchen will feature fresh, scratch-made meals that include a rotation of roasts, fish and chicken, pasta salads, seasonal vegetables, and fresh desserts. Renegade Smokehouse will feature tender, perfectly seasoned, slow-smoked meats and savory sides. Superior Funnel Cake Co. will feature unique funnel cake concoctions and other sweet treats, right across from the Ferris Wheel. And finally, Northwoods Pizzeria will offer fresh pizza and warm, pillowy breadsticks. Valleyfair is also expanding its adult-beverage options throughout the park to include new items such as ICEE Frozen Cocktails and more.
“We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to our guests this season to enjoy these delicious new tastes crafted by our new executive chef as well as the return of signature seasonal events that have become traditions for many families,” expressed Raul Rehnborg, Valleyfair vice president and general manager. “Our entire team is committed to ensuring our guests have a spectacular visit and create memories that last a lifetime.”
2024 EVENT LINEUP
Season Pass Preview Day
May 11, 2024
Do you have a 2024 Season Pass? Then, be the first to twist and turn on Wild Thing or fly high on North Star during our Season Pass Preview at YOUR Valleyfair.
Opening Day
May 12, 2024
Mark your calendars for Valleyfair’s Opening Day on May 12. Another incredible season awaits with the fun and thrills for everyone officially returning for the season.
Soak City Opening Weekend
May 25-27, 2024
A summer of splashes kicks off May 25, when Soak City Waterpark opens for the 2024 season.
Star-Spangled Night
July 4, 2024
Make sure to catch Valleyfair’s Star-Spangled Night, our premier patriotic fireworks show.
Latin Days
August 3-4, 2024
Latin Days are back by popular demand in partnership with Inclusive Alliance, LLC. Join us for a weekend celebration full of live music and dance performances and authentic food by Minnesota’s Latin community. Headliners include the back-by-popular-demand María Isa, and Latin Days debuts by Bachata Heightz and Greyvi!
Corn Fest
August 17-September 2, 2024 (Saturdays and Sundays, plus Labor Day)
Corn Fest is Valleyfair’s annual celebration of Minnesota’s favorite crop—corn! Enjoy live, local music, corn eating contests and delicious takes on corn-forward cuisine.
Tricks and Treats
September 28-October 27, 2024 (Select Saturdays and Sundays)
Our family friendly fall daytime event is back in 2024. Everyone in the family is sure to have a boo-last with our spooky, kooky Halloween activities, live shows, a costume contest, seasonal food and drinks, and, of course, candy!
For more information about shows, events, and ticketing, please visit valleyfair.com. Employment opportunities are currently available throughout the park. Openings can be found at Valleyfair.com/jobs.