Press Release from Valleyfair:

Shakopee, MN (August 29, 2023) – Valleyfair is thrilled to announce the exciting return of the immersive, family-friendly Halloween event, Tricks and Treats, perfect for guests of all ages who wish to celebrate the fall season without the intense scares. Valleyfair invites guests to enter a world of autumnal fun with a trick-or-treat trail, Halloween-themed games and activities, otherworldly entertainment, skeleTONS of new delicious seasonal treats, drinks and, of course, candy! The wizards and witches have also conjured up some new magic to expand the experience and cast a spell on guests. Tricks and Treats will take place Saturdays and Sundays, September 23-October 29, 2023.

Guests will be immediately immersed in the Halloween fun as they enter the park. Midway Stage sits adorned with Patch, our giant Jack o’ Lantern as the event’s centerpiece of all festivities. During the day, it is a picturesque family backdrop perfect for capturing fall-inspired memories. As dusk approaches, guests will be dazzled as Patch awakens with two original enchanting shows, Patch’s Halloween Bash and The Costume Contest. Guests can participate in our new Ding Dong DOOM! scavenger hunt throughout the park for prizes.

From there, guests may choose their path to the festive Lands of Treats or one of the mischievous Lands of Tricks, each with its own blend of mystery and fun. The Lands of Treats includes Everfall and Sweet Tooth Acres, both rich with joyful memories of bonfires, a bevy of creative crafts in a new central location, Halloween sweets and pumpkin-spiced fall feels. The sweet Fun Sized Four barbershop quartet will warm your heart. For those looking for more mischievous fun, the Lands of Tricks offers Spooky Spires and Ickyville. These playful areas will have guests drawn to a splat-tastic monster party and an eerie classical speakeasy populated by gothic surprises. New this year is the Ghoulish Glowfest and Skelebration DJ party, both of which will put a spell on your spooky little soul.

Tricks and Treats is debuting a walk-through attraction—the Enchanté Soirée at the Chateau. Every fall, when the Harvest Moon is high in the sky, the two French sister witches open the doors to their Chateau for the annual Enchanté Soirée. Guests will be spellbound as they make their way through this spirited estate filled with magic and mystery.

“We are excited to welcome back families to Tricks and Treats this year after immense success last year,” stated Valleyfair General Manager Raul Rehnborg. “This year we hope everyone enjoys our fabulous four lands plus our exciting new experiences. Bring your little ghouls, your teenage vampires, the grand-mummies, and yourselves and make new, unforgettable memories together.”

Halloween is for everyone at Valleyfair’s Tricks and Treats event, which runs Saturdays and Sundays from September 23 through October 29 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and is included with regular park admission. The park’s popular rides and attractions will also be open for thrill seekers to enjoy. To increase safety and provide efficient entry into the park during Tricks and Treats, guests will be asked to adhere to our bag policy which states that no bags of any kind larger than 6.5” x 4.5” x 2” may be brought into the park after 6 p.m. during Tricks and Treats nights. All bags will be subject to search. For more information including the entertainment schedule, seasonal menu, and descriptions of each of the four lands, visit valleyfair.com and follow the conversation using #VFTricksandTreats. 

Additionally, Valleyfair is hiring in its Rides and Food and Beverage departments, with starting pay of $20 per hour, to bring the magic of Tricks and Treats to guests. The park will host an in-person hiring event on September 9, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. To review open positions and apply online, visit this link.

With a 2024 Gold Pass, guests can enjoy unlimited visits for the rest of 2023 plus all the excitement planned in 2024! Gold Season Passes are now available for the lowest price of the year – as low as $85 or 10 payments of only $7, after initial payment of $15 plus fees. A Season Pass pays for itself in fewer than two visits. For more information and to purchase a 2024 Season Pass, please visit https://www.valleyfair.com/season-passes.