Calendar and Hours

Passholder Preview Days

These limited-operation dates are reserved for 2020 Season Passholders only and will require a reservation. Reservations will be available beginning June 17. Passholders will receive email communication with further details.

Open 11:00am - 5:00pm

Sandcastle will be open from 11:00am - 5:00pm. Park hours and attraction availability are subject to change without notice.

Buddy Days

Season passholders, bring up to 3 buddies to Sandcastle for only $15!

Buddies must be present with passholder at the time of purchase. Summer Saver and Kennywood H20 passholders are not eligible for Buddy Days.

Open 11:00am - 6:00pm

Sandcastle will be open from 11:00am - 6:00pm. Park hours and attraction availability are subject to change without notice.

Blackout Date

2021 Basic Season Pass Blackout Date.
Basic Season Passes are not valid on this date. Please select another operating day to visit on your Pass.

Shark Week

Shark Week at Sandcastle is a fun filled week that features Al-Mazing the magician, Mike the Balloon Guy, and a variety of on-site local radio stations with games and give-a-ways.

Salute to Local Heroes

Sandcastle teams up with FROGGY to show our appreciation to all first responders and military! All military, local police, firefighters, and EMTs will receive FREE admission (with proper ID) and $19.99 tickets for family members.

Family Fun Fridays

Every Friday, WORD FM is at the special events tent with family fun games, activities and prizes.

Out of the School Into the Pool

Save $10 on admission when you show your school ID online or at the front gate. Don’t have a school ID? Bring a donation of school supplies to donate to the Education Partnership to receive $10 off regular admission.

World’s Largest Swim Lesson

Sandcastle in partnership with Goldfish Swim School will once again take part in the World’s Largest Swim Lesson! This is a fun event that helps bring awareness to the importance of water safety.

Sandcastle 5K & Fun Run

Hosted by the Steel City Road Runners, this run is fun for all ages! Kids can also enjoy their own special FUN RUN down the boardwalk and back.

Limited Operations

Sandcastle will be open from 11am - 5pm. Select rides and attractions may be closed or operating only part of the day.

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