Happy Hauntings at Dutch Wonderland

Celebrate Halloween with kid-friendly fun at Happy Hauntings at Dutch Wonderland!

Happy Hauntings transforms Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park into a festive fall destination filled with Halloween fun designed especially for families. Kids can dress in costume, enjoy entertainment, explore more than 30 rides and attractions, and experience plenty of silly (not scary) Halloween surprises throughout the park. Special experiences include shows, character appearances, fall treats, and more. Running on select dates from September 19 through October 31, 2026, Happy Hauntings is a fun way to celebrate Halloween in Lancaster, PA with younger children, without the frights.

Tickets & Ways to Save

Planning ahead can help families make the most of their visit. Dutch Wonderland offers several admission options for Happy Hauntings, including dated admission tickets, Any Day tickets, and season passes. Guests ages 2 and younger are free. Ticket offers and pricing can change, so visitors should check Dutch Wonderland's website for the latest options before their trip.

Want to turn your visit into a fall getaway? The Happy Hauntings Stay & Play Package combines an overnight stay at Dutch Wonderland Inn with park admission and additional perks. One- and two-day options are available, making it easy to spend more time exploring Lancaster County with the family.

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Make a Family Weekend of It

There’s plenty more fall family fun to discover near Dutch Wonderland. Add another stop to your Lancaster County getaway with a few local favorites:

• Cherry Crest Adventure Farm – Get outside for a classic Lancaster fall day filled with farm attractions, the corn maze, seasonal treats, and special events.
• Strasburg Rail Road – Take the family for a train ride through Lancaster County's countryside.
• Lancaster Science Factory – Head indoors for hands-on STEM fun, with more than 75 interactive exhibits for kids to enjoy.
• Hands-on House Children's Museum – Another interactive indoor option designed especially for younger kids to play, learn, and grow.

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Kid-Friendly Places to Eat Nearby

Keep dinner easy after a day at the park. Family-friendly options near Dutch Wonderland include: Gracie’s on West Main for breakfast all day and playful bacon dishes, BJ’s Pit Stop Bar & Grill for classic foods in a fun car-themed setting above Barry’s Car Barn, Hershey Farm Grand Smorgasbord for PA Dutch favorites and plenty of kid-friendly choices, and Casey Jones’ Restaurant at Paradise Station, where families can dine inside a historic train car.

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