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Worlds of Fun Kansas City, MO

4545 Worlds of Fun Avenue • Kansas City, MO 64161

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Experience the ultimate family fun at Worlds of Fun! With 236 acres of thrill rides, roller coasters like the MAMBA and new Zambezi Zinger, family rides, live shows, and more, there's never a dull moment at this Kansas City amusement park. Plus, admission to Oceans of Fun water park with over 60 acres of summer fun is included with your Worlds of Fun tickets!

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Largest amusement park in the Midwest, featuring over 236 acres of family fun and more than 68 rides, live shows, and attractions.
Includes admission to Oceans of Fun water park that offers 60 acres of water attractions, including slides, wading pools, splash pads, and a wave pool.
The park offers a variety of dining options, from quick bites to sit-down meals.
Features six themed areas: Americana, Wild West, Europa, East Asia, Scandinavia, and Planet Snoopy.
Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun are connected inside the park near the Monsoon; however, the parking lots are not connected along the outside of the parks.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are the best days to visit, and weekdays in general are less crowded.
If you're traveling with children, stop by guest services to get a height wristband which will save you time in ride lines.

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A trip to Worlds of Fun is a trip around the world where you experience world-record attractions, world-famous food, world-class events, and world-changing fun!

Founded in 1973 by Lamar Hunt, Worlds of Fun started as Kansas City’s Family Fun Adventure. It quickly grew into a theme park larger than any amusement park in the Midwest! Today it spans more than 325 acres with unique themed areas, a record-breaking waterpark with Oceans of Fun, and the resort for getaways that feel worlds away with the Worlds of Fun Village.

From the big thrills of Zambezi Zinger and MAMBA® to the little thrills of Planet Snoopy, Worlds of Fun has the kind of fun you are looking for in a place where the fun never ends! Oceans of Fun is the perfect, splashtacular complement to Worlds of Fun, with towering slides and relaxing and refreshing pools. And best of all, it's all included with your ticket

Oceans of Fun Waterpark
Oceans of Fun is a tropically-themed Kansas City water park offering more than 60 acres of summer fun for the entire family. Enjoy slides, wading pools, splash pads, a wave pool, and many other water attractions in this massive oasis. Zip through Riptide Raceway, a nearly 500-foot-long mat racing water slide; enjoy ice-cold adult beverages in Castaway Cove; or hang ten at the Surf City Wave Pool. Oceans of Fun has something for everyone.

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Curious27921687560

Omaha, Nebraska

"Don’t waste your time with Halloween Haunts."

Reviewed October 19, 2024

Daytime was fine but Halloween Haunts was a waste. Lines so long you couldn’t see most of the attractions. Very few scary characters around. Way too many little kids and the food in the evening was horrible. If you buy the fast pass for the daytime, you have to buy a separate one for the nighttime. Dumb. Will not come back for this event.

rhondabL9634VP

"Horrible"

Reviewed October 12, 2024

I have spent hundreds no let me make that thousands of dollars at Worlds of Fun. I have been fighting cancer. My husband is a severe diabetic. I have watched through the days of October depending on which security guard etc. One will let one big backpack in, The next will say take a little bag out. Depending which line you're in. We was told last night on a Friday if you're bringing bags and you have to be here before 6:00. Showed up at 5:30 with my cancer hat on and my cancer bag that holds my worlds of fun souvenir cups to get my drinks my phone and my glasses. Was told walk it back to the car. Explained there is health conditions I am very tired and that is hard on me. They said that is not allowed in here Are you going to come back in the park. We said no just trying to take my glasses and my shoulder bag show them what was in my bag. Very empty bag except for Worlds of Fun stuff that's been bought here. Walked everything way back to the car. Get back and they let about six women with bags in front of us in. My husband ask why that was They grabbed security. So my husband did raise his voice was not threatening was not cussing. They promptly ask us to leave the park for questioning what is going on. They also said that we never said we have medical problems which we clearly did. Not to mention I have stuff from the hospital on my clothes. So we was asked to leave the park while other people a mother with a baby was not allowed to bring the baby stuff in. A 5-year-old kid that had a Halloween costume on was asked to go to the car and take it off. It's the Halloween haunt ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️ This place has went straight to crap ‼️

marissabR5141US

"Still a Pretty Decent Park"

Reviewed October 06, 2024

I brought my son to the park today after probably around 15 years away (native Kansas, current Texan.) Some highs - I definitely tried to manage my expectations because many reviews mentioned broken down rides and few food options. We were pleasantly surprised that most rides were open throughout the day. Food was never too hard to find, but choices were a bit scarce at times. It’s your typical theme park fare. We barely waited in line today and left right around when Haunt was beginning. We were both just too tired and had done all we wanted at that point. Lows - the photos were a bummer. I had an employee tell me I could get the pics scanned to temporary card and then buy the pics when we went to leave. Well, when we went to leave there were no agents at the pic booth near the entrance, with a sign saying they’d be back in about 90 minutes. We decided to cut our losses, but buying photos should be moved to an online, buy anytime system if they can’t staff the photo booths. Wait times were generally inaccurate in the app, but I don’t know that we waited more than 10-20 minutes the whole day, so that wasn’t a huge deal. We had a pretty pleasant day on the whole.

alexandrahR6156FG

"Really fun Worlds of Fun experience"

Reviewed October 06, 2024

Such a great day at Worlds of Fun. After reading reviews on here, everything exceeded my expectations. The park was well-run, well-staffed, clean, and friendly. There were workers cleaning trash off the walkways. I do not think we saw a single ride down (other than a few minutes with the Fury of the Nile - then it opened again). A refreshing change since days of my childhood - the midway vendors/Guess your Weight workers were completely friendly and non-annoying. They were available without begging and trapping you to stop. Our meal was $70, but we enjoyed sides and three double cheeseburgers at the Coasters restaurant - and it was really good! The fruit plate ($7) and the fries ($7) were an entire plate full. The kids loved the seasoning on the fries. Weird for me to compliment the food at Worlds of Fun, but the burgers were tasty, large (double patty - $13.50), and had a deliciously crisp-edged bun. We shared a tasty milkshake for $8 with plenty of whipped cream. We hit the Snoopy area, and kid-friendly rides in every world but Asia. Attaching some pictures of the Halloween decor (set up for the nights) -- it looked really professional and cool. I cannot think of anything to complain about at our day at Worlds of Fun.

691aleke

Saint Louis, Missouri

"Way to expensive. "

Reviewed August 07, 2024

We bought the all day meal plan. This was wasted money. Well over half the food options we closed. And when we dud find one open, rhe staff would just throw your plate to you. Took 5 minutes for them to put gloves on. They acted as though they were headed to the chopping block. 30 dollars to park. Do not believe I will go back. Everything was very expensive.

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Worlds of Fun is located at 4545 Worlds of Fun Avenue • Kansas City, MO 64161

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Frequently Asked Questions about Worlds of Fun

Where is Worlds of Fun located?

Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun are located off I-435, Exit 54 at 4545 Worlds Of Fun Ave, Kansas City, MO 64161.

When does Worlds of Fun open, and what time does it close?

Worlds of Fun is open between April and Labor Day weekend in September. Oceans of Fun is open seasonally from late May through September. Please see the operating calendar above for operating hours during your selected date range.

How much is parking at Worlds of Fun?

Parking at Worlds of Fun costs $25 for regular parking and $30 for VIP parking.

What happens when inclement weather strikes?

Most rides and attractions remain in operation despite rain. For your safety, certain rides and attractions may be closed due to rain, lightning, high winds, extreme temperatures, maintenance, and other reasons. Closed rides and attractions are re-opened as soon as possible. No rain checks nor refunds are issued. In case of severe weather, you can seek shelter at an indoor food or retail location. In case of Tornado Warnings, Worlds of Fun will play informational messages over their public address system and their team will direct guests and associates to the closest Storm Ready locations.

I don't like to ride, do I have to purchase an admission ticket?

Yes, all guests entering the park gates must have an admission ticket. Non-riding guests are encouraged to visit the park's unique shops, relax at Oceans of Fun, or enjoy a variety of mild rides.

What types of payment are accepted in the park?

Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun are now cashless. The in-park locations only accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay. If you don't have a card, there are Cash-to-Card kiosks in the park that can transfer cash to a card, without fees, which can be used anywhere, not just at the park.

Can I leave Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun and re-enter the same day?

If you plan to leave and return later that day, ask for a re-entry voucher from an associate at the admissions turnstile. Admission turnstiles are located at the entrance of Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun. Guests will not be allowed to re-enter without a re-entry voucher. Be sure to keep your parking receipt if you take your car from the parking lot so you can re-enter the parking lots without charge. Vehicles left overnight may be towed at owner's expense. During Halloween Haunt nights, re-entry is not available after 6PM.

Can I bring food or drink into Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun?

Guests are not permitted to bring coolers, food, or drinks into either park. Unopened water bottles or empty reusable water bottles are the only exception. Cups of water are available free of charge at any of our food or drink stations.