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Family-friendly Halloween fun, seasonal entertainment and festive fall flavors
take over the park this autumn
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VALLEJO, Calif. — Aug. 18, 2026 — This fall, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom invites families to celebrate the season with a lineup of festive experiences, seasonal entertainment and family-friendly fun as Tricks and Treats and Oktoberfest return on select dates beginning Sept. 12.
 
From trick-or-treating and live Halloween shows to seasonal food, live music and favorite rides, guests can enjoy a full day of fall traditions in a uniquely Northern California setting. Combined with the park's world-class animal experiences, family attractions and thrill rides, the seasonal lineup creates the perfect destination for guests looking to make fall memories together.
 
"This fall, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom will be filled with seasonal traditions, family-friendly entertainment and unforgettable experiences," said Bill Mullen, park manager of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. "Whether guests are enjoying trick-or-treating, live shows, festive food or animal encounters that inspire an appreciation for wildlife and conservation, there's something special waiting for every member of the family as we celebrate the season together."
 
Tricks and Treats
Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 19 - Nov. 1
Family Halloween starts here. Designed for guests of all ages, Tricks and Treats brings together Halloween-themed activities, interactive entertainment and seasonal surprises in a fun, family-friendly environment.
 
Highlights include:
  • Hay maze
  • Trick-or-treating
  • Live Halloween shows
  • Favorite rides and attractions
  • Halloween surprises throughout the park
 
Throughout the event, families can enjoy festive decorations, seasonal entertainment and memorable experiences designed to capture the spirit of Halloween in a not-so-scary setting.
 
Oktoberfest
Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 12 - Nov. 1
Fall tastes better at Oktoberfest. Guests can celebrate the flavors and traditions of the season with live entertainment, refreshing beverages and specialty food offerings throughout the park.
 
Festival highlights include:
  • Live bands
  • Ice-cold brews
  • Oktoberfest-inspired food offerings
  • Seasonal flavors and beverages
  • Festive atmosphere throughout the day
 
Whether visiting with family or gathering with friends, Oktoberfest offers the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy great food and soak in the sights and sounds of fall.
 
The Best Way to Experience Fall at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
The best way to enjoy Tricks and Treats, Oktoberfest presented by Cash App and everything Six Flags Discovery Kingdom has to offer is with a 2027 Gold Pass or Prestige Pass, available now at the lowest price guests will see this season and next. New passholders can enjoy unlimited visits through the remainder of 2026 and all of 2027, including seasonal events, free parking benefits and access to parks throughout the Six Flags West region. Guests must purchase by Sept. 7 to receive launch pricing and promotional offers.
For more information about fall events, operating dates and 2027 Season Passes, visit www.sixflags.com/discoverykingdom.
 
About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
We are North America’s largest regional amusement-resort enterprise. The Company operates a premier portfolio of 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks, and nine resort properties across 13 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico, as well as an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of creating FUN, thrills, and a lifetime of memories, Six Flags provides immersive entertainment to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, and thrilling water parks powered by beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics®, and PEANUTS®.
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