Knott's Merry Farm Tips
Justine Young
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It would take a long time to highlight every magical aspect of the holidays at Knott's. Consider this a crash course in all our favorite Knott's Merry Farm tips to plan your best visit yet!
Christmas Crafts Village
The Christmas Crafts Village that lines the streets of Calico Ghost Town dates back to 1985 when the park hosted its first Ghost Town Christmas Crafts Festival. Our family loves strolling Ghost Town and looking at all the local artisans selling their unique products. From beautiful ornaments to handknit crafts to bath products, you'll find something for everyone on your list. You also have the opportunity to see a glass blowing artisan and chainsaw wood carver creating their pieces live. This is such an interesting thing to watch if you need a break from the thrill rides!
Knott's Merry Farm tip: Shop at the end of the day and stick around Ghost Town for the Snow and Glow experience, starting at 5:30 pm nightly and recurring every hour until closing.
Festive Foods
Our family always loves the seasonal eats at Knott's Berry Farm. Although there is no tasting card for Knott's Merry Farm, several items are available as part of your seasonal dining plan. We especially loved the Santa’s Pulled Pork and Onion Pizza from Prop Shop Pizzeria (available with your season dining plan). If you're looking for something for your sweet tooth, the Jingle Bells Cake Balls from Ghost Town Bakery are an affordable and delightful option. No park ticket? No problem! This sweet treat is also available from the Farm Bakery in California Marketplace--no theme park ticket required! Note that some food locations are only open on select dates.
Knott's Merry Farm tip: Feeling chilly on your visit to Knott's Merry Farm? Purchase a refillable mug and enjoy free refills of hot chocolate or coffee during your visit--with refills for just $2 on visits for the rest of Knott's Merry Farm.
Merry Characters
Merry CharactersNo visit to Knott's Berry Farm is complete without a visit with Snoopy, and Knott's Merry Farm is no different. You can find all your favorite Peanut characters during the holidays, as well as Santa Claus! Don't forget to see Whittles over at the Gold Mine Trail with plenty of cute photo ops as well. Check your Knott's Berry Farm app for times.
Knott's Merry Farm tip: Stop by Santa's Christmas Cabin in the Wilderness Lodge early in the day and you might just find everyone's favorite beagle dressed up as Santa himself! He also makes daily appearances after Christmas!
Seasonal Shows
Knott's Berry Farm always hosts a high caliber of entertainment and Knott's Merry Farm offers shows the whole family will love. The Bird Cage Theatre hosts two shows this year, check the app to see what time A Calico Christmas Carol and The Gift of the Magi, 1885 will be performed when you're in the park. Meanwhile, Home for the Holidays takes over the Calico Mine Stage, and carolers can be found in Ghost Town. Our favorite show is probably the Snoopy's Night Before Christmas in the Walter Knott Theater. Knott's Berry Farm has had an ice show for over 40 years and it's still going strong today! You'll witness the Peanuts gang takes to the ice with a cast of talented skaters, and there might even be a Christmas surprise or two, wink wink.
Knott's Merry Farm tip: Arrive at the ramp for Walter Knott Theater at least 30 minutes prior to showtime with your whole party for the best seating. For extra magical moments throughout the show, try to sit in the front middle section.
Knott's Merry Farm is happening now through January 7, 2024. Daily tickets can be bought for as low as $59.99 or visit for the rest of 2023 with the purchase of a 2024 pass. Purchase your 2024 Season Pass today!