It’s official: Knott’s Berry Farm reopened its gates on Friday, May 21 as the theme park safely resumes regular operations with limited capacity and new reservation requirements. The park reopened to season passholders May 6, with plans for a grand reopening to the general public on May 21 for a summer-long, Knott’s 100th Anniversary Celebration. “The Knott’s Family Reunion” looks to reunite family and friends in a safe and fun environment after a year-long closure due to COVID-19.
New and unforgettable experiences await in honor of the park’s 100 years of history and family fun for all. During the 100th anniversary celebration, guests can experience the brand-new Knott’s Bear-y Tales: Return to the Fair, a 4-D interactive dark ride that pays tribute to the classic attraction from 35 years ago. Guests also will have the opportunity to meet Knott’s all-new lovable costumed characters and enjoy special evening entertainment as Knott’s Summer Nights returns with liv
Kings Dominion to open for 2021 season on Saturday By NBC12 Newsroom | January 29, 2021 at 5:42 PM EST - Updated May 18 at 3:53 PM
DOSWELL, Va. (WWBT) - Kings Dominion will open for the 2021 season on Saturday, May 22.
In accordance with CDC and state guidelines, the park has updated its COVID-19 protocols.
All guests who are 5 and older and not fully vaccinated will be required to wear a facemask outdoors when they are unable to social distance except on water attractions, while in Soak City Waterpark, or in RelaxZones, and while indoors unless actively eating or drinking.
For those who are fully vaccinated, face coverings are not required. More details on COVID-19 protocols can be found, here.
Kings Dominion set to reopen on Saturday, masks not needed for fully vaccinated guests
Park remained closed all 2020 due to COVID-19 protocols
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Kings Dominion announced Wednesday that the park’s opening day of the 2021 season will be on May 22.
“The wait is finally over and we are so very excited to welcome our Guests back to the park,” said the park’s vice president and general manager Bridgette Bywater. “This has been a difficult year and a half for many, so it feels good knowing that Kings Dominion is a fun place where people can finally get out in a safe environment, have an amazing experience, and make some new lifelong memories with their family and friends.”
Last year, the travel industry plummeted as the world struggled with the onset of a global pandemic, one that battered the economy and prompted uncertainty for businesses reliant on tourism dollars.
But with state parks, zoos, museums and other venues modifying COVID-19 safety restrictions and Gov. Mike DeWine announcing the ending of state health orders on June 2, there s a rising sense of optimism for national and state travel.
Based on research fielded by Longwoods International on April 28, a Columbus-based market research consultancy that specializes in travel and tourism, found that 86% of American travelers plan to take a trip within the next six months.