Knott’s Merry Farm Rings in the Holiday Season

Knott’s Merry Farm Rings in the Holiday Season Starting November 22, 2019

Enjoy the Merriest of seasons at Knott’s Merry Farm on select days in November 22- January 5, 2020. Knott's Merry Farm creates the perfect backdrop for you and your family as the park takes on a massive transformation filled with the sights, sounds, and scents of the holiday season.

Shows, Oh they have them!

Knott’s Merry Farm is all about the entertainment, so be sure to grab a daily show schedule on your way into the park and enjoy as many as you can! Here is what you can look forward to this holiday season!

Merry Christmas, Snoopy! !n the Charles M. Schulz Theatre has become a holiday classic and guest favorite every Merry Farm Season! . Sit back and enjoy spectacular skating performed by world-class ice skaters, cheerful holiday music and some tender moments with the family at this must see show! Closed on Wednesdays.

Home for the Holidays, a music review set in 1915 filled with singing, dancing and merriment of Christmas days of the past including some of the best-loved perennial holiday tunes including, "There’s No Place Like Home For The Holidays," "Sleigh Ride," "Jingle Bells," and "Here We Come A-Caroling". Located at the Calico Mine Stage

In the intimate setting of Ghost Town’s historic Bird Cage Theatre, Knott’s melodrama company brings to life Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol and Marley's Wings performances available on select dates during Knott’s Merry Farm.

For an even more intimate show be sure to pop in to see Cameo Kate and Dakota Dan for their musical turn of the century holiday celebration. Located within the Calico Saloon, grab a boysenberry beer or sarsaparilla and watch a classical Old West revue show filled with plenty of laughs and audience interaction. Roaming the streets of calico you might just run into the Calico Carolers, Knott’s own vocal quartet, as they perform the songs of the season throughout Ghost Town.

"A Peanuts Guide to Christmas". The Peanuts give their take and unique wisdom in a primer designed to help everyone survive the holidays. The show features delightful mash-ups of holiday songs with a cheerful and heartwarming dose of the Peanuts gang. After the show, be sure to head right next door to the Peanuts Meet and Greet Area to take a picture with your favorite character. Located at the Camp Snoopy Theatre.

The real magic of Merry Farm happens nightly starting with the tree lighting ceremony followed by nightly spectacle Snow and Glow! Grab a spot within the quaint streets of Calico and look up as the twinkling of lights and nostalgic music set the scene for a heartwarming experience that is a must! Locations: Ghost Town’s Main Street and School House Road.

Did somebody say shopping? Stroll through the Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village in Ghost Town and get the special someone a unique gift from a selection of amazing local artisans. Be sure to enjoy artist demonstrations like chainsaw wood carving and elegant glass blowing.

In addition to delighting guests during Knott's Merry Farm operating hours, Christmas Crafts Village is open to the public on December 2-5 and December 9-12, from 10 AM to park close.

Merry Farm Meet and Greet with Santa (c) Cleverly Catheryn

The Wilderness Dance Hall in Ghost Town is a must do! The space is transformed into Santa’s Christmas Cabin for the holiday season creating the perfect backdrop for a special meet and greet with the big guy! Pictures can be purchased onsite or you are free to take your own.

Indulge in one-of-kind holiday treats, including warm roasted nuts and handheld cookie shots filled with a cold drink of milk or warm hot chocolate. Over in Mrs. Claus' Kitchen kids can decorate one of Mrs. Claus' delicious cookies for a small fee and bring home their delicious creation, if it makes it that far.

Even more delicious holiday dishes can be found throughout Knott’s Merry Farm. Indulge in traditional holiday classics with a twist, including crispy breaded turkey bites filled with perfectly seasoned stuffing and sweet cranberry sauce in Santa’s Christmas Cabin or apple pie pizza sprinkled with a warm brown sugar crumble and drizzled with cream cheese icing at Beechy Keens Pizza. Holiday favorites are also in-store with a variety of fresh chocolate Christmas bark, sweet peppermint popcorn, and warm flaky baklava in Ghost Town Bakery.

Looking for the perfect gift idea? Consider getting the family a 2020 REGULAR PASS

Visit Knott's Berry Farm as many times as you want all season in 2020 with the Regular Pass, plus enjoy special discounts on food & merchandise, hotel stays, and Knott's Scary Farm, and early entry to select rides during the summer. Does not include Knott's Soak City Waterpark. Just 9 Payments of $9.50**After initial payment of $13.50 Or $99 total. Plus applicable taxes and fees.

New Passholders: Use your pass for one free admission in 2019 plus additional visits for just $14.99 each. Free and $14.99 visits are valid for the passholder only and not valid for Knott's Scary Farm or special events.

Renewing Passholders: Get a limited time renewal price.

Knott's offers SO many way to customize your Season Pass with add ons like Parking, Unlimited Digital Photo Downloads, All Season Dining and Drinks, and there’s even a Scary Farm pass to enjoy every night of the event! On top of add ons there are park discounts on food and merchandise, discounts on the Knott’s Hotel for overnight stays and discounted Bring a Friend tickets.

Which pass should you buy? We have throughly enjoyed being a Season Pass Holders this year, Knott’s Seasons of Fun keep the park fresh and exciting with so many events throughout the year like the Peanuts Celebration, Summer Nights, Boysenberry Festival, Ghost Town Alive! Spooky Farm, Scary Farm and Merry Farm all which are included with your pass (with the exception of Scary Farm). If you are considering passes for the family I would recommend one of those be a Platinum for the bigger discounts and parking. The all season refillable cups are a must (they are a great deal) and I would also recommend adding on the dining plan.