What’s Hot in Southern California :: Knott’s Merry Farm

 

We are excited to attend Knott’s Merry Farm next month and see all the wonderful holiday events they have planned!  If you haven’t had a chance to check out Knott’s Berry Farm recently, you really check it out as the park has something for everyone in the family!  Camp Snoopy is geared more towards children ages 3 to 11 years of age and they have a ton planned for the holidays including “It’s Christmas Snoopy” show at the Charles M. Schulz Theatre. Plus you can visit Santa at Santa’s Christmas Cabin where you can take pictures with Santa and enjoy the Sundae Bar and parents can enjoy the Wine and Craft Bear tasting!

 

 

A Short History of Knott’s Berry Farm:

If you grew up in Southern California, you  have probably visited Knott’s Berry Farm as a kid!  It is part of our cultural makeup just as much as Anaheim Disneyland is.  One of the things I love about Knott’s is the history behind the park.  Knott’s Berry Farm sits on 160 acres in Buena Park, California and had over 3.65 million visitors in 2011.  The park sits on the site of a former berry farm that was established by Walter Knott and his family.  Started in 1920, the Knott family sold berries, berry preserves and pies along State Route 39 road.  Mrs. Knott’s started selling fried chicken dinners in a tea room which later became “Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant.” (Source: Wikipedia).  Knott’s is famous for their fried chicken, pies and berry preserves and the restaurant is always packed!

 

 

Camp Snoopy:

Camp Snoopy is targeted towards younger visitors, with many of the rides and attractions being built specifically for children. Its theme is Charles M. Schulz‘ “Peanuts” comic strip characters. Snoopy has been the mascot of Knott’s Berry Farm since 1983.  They have added more rides in Camp Snoopy that include 14 rides include a mini roller coaster called the Timberline Twister, a mini-scrambler called the Log Peeler, a Zamperla Rockin’ Tug called Lucy’s Tugboat, and a steel spinning roller coaster called Sierra Sidewinder.  (Source: Wikipedia).We really had a blast at Camp Spooky in October and look forward to seeing what Knott’s Merry Farm is all about! We are planning to check out SNOOPY’S TREE LIGHTING in the Calico Square during our visit as well. Here are some of the events planned over the next two months:

2013 KNOTT’S HOLIDAY SHOW GUIDE

1. IT’S CHRISTMAS SNOOPY! – Charles M. Schulz Theatre

2. SANTA’S CHRISTMAS CABIN

a. Photos with Santa

b. Wine and Craft Beer tasting

c. Santa’s Sundae Bar

3.SNOOPY’S TREE LIGHTING – Calico Square

4.CHRISTMAS ABOARD ENGINE 41 – CALICO STEAM TRAIN

5.WINTER WONDERLAND – Camp Snoopy Theatre

6.CALICO SALOON CHRISTMAS SHOW – Calico Saloon

7.“A CHRISTMAS CAROL” or “THE GIFT OF THE MAGI” – Bird Cage Theatre

8.CALICO CAROLERS – Throughout Ghost Town

9.THE GHOST TOWN MINERS – Spurs stage

10.SNOOPY’S MAGICAL NIGHTS OF LIGHTS – Camp Snoopy

11.CHRISTMAS CRAFTS FAIR- Ghost Town

2014 SEASON PASSES

Season passes, which boast unlimited visits in 2014, can be purchased online starting at $78.00 or with six easy installment payments of $13.00, for a limited time. Knott’s Season Pass program offers its members fulsome discounts, special Season Pass Holder events and more.

 

You can read more about what Knott’s has to offer here: https://www.knotts.com/

 

Note:  We were provided with tickets to attend Knott’s Merry Farm but this does not affect our opinion in any way – we love Knott’s!  GigaSavvy is the contributor for this post.

 

Photo courtesy of Wikipedia.

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