HallowBOO runs weekends into late October 2026. The park then closes until the 2027 season, usually late May.
Formerly Idlewild Park.
About Idlewild & SoakZone
Idlewild is one of the oldest amusement parks in the country, set in the woods near Ligonier with kiddie rides, Story Book Forest and the SoakZone water park. Herschend bought it from Palace Entertainment in 2025. Parking is free, kids 2 and under are free, and dated HallowBOO tickets start at $34.99 online.
Tickets and prices
| Ticket | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| HallowBOO dated ticket, online | from $34.99 | 2026 · gate $65.99 |
| HallowBOO group ticket (10 to 99) | $28.99 | Valid Sept 12 to Oct 31, 2026 |
| Military ticket, online | from $31.99 | 2026 · member plus up to 4 guests |
Kids 2 and under are free and need no ticket. Seniors 65+ get a discount at the gate. Every ticket includes a free return visit if weather interferes.
Buy on the official siteDeals we found
HallowBOO tickets from $34.99 online versus $65.99 at the gate.
See the deal$99.99, down from $139.99, and it covers HallowBOO 2026.
See the dealFrom $31.99 online for the member and up to 4 guests.
See the dealPromo codes
Coupon sites list codes for Idlewild, but none we found are real. The online dated price is the deal.
Season passes
| Pass | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Silver Season Pass | $89.99 | Summer through Labor Day · regular $109.99 |
| 2027 Gold Season Pass | $99.99 | All year, 2 guest tickets, rest of 2026 free · regular $139.99 |
| 2027 Platinum Season Pass | $189.99 | Adds Kennywood, Sandcastle and 7 more parks · regular $249.99 |
Good to know
- Address
- 2574 Lincoln Hwy, Ligonier, PA 15658
- Hours
- HallowBOO runs on weekends; check the calendar for hours.
- Parking
- Free
- Type
- Family park · run by Herschend (acquired from Palace Entertainment 2025)
- Official site
- idlewild.com
Don't miss
- Story Book Forest walk-through
- Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood ride
- Rollo Coaster, a 1938 wooden coaster
- SoakZone water park in summer
- HallowBOO trick-or-treat trail in the fall
Little ways to save
The gate price is $65.99. Buying online for a set date cuts that roughly in half.
The 2027 Gold pass at $99.99 costs less than two gate tickets and covers the rest of 2026.
Coolers are allowed in the picnic groves, not inside the park, so plan a lunch break at the car or grove.
Questions people ask us
How much are Idlewild tickets?
HallowBOO tickets are from $34.99 online for a set date and $65.99 at the gate. Kids 2 and under are free.
Does Idlewild charge for parking?
No. Parking is free.
Can I bring food to Idlewild?
Yes, coolers and picnic baskets are allowed in the picnic groves and parking-lot picnic areas, but not inside the park.
How much is an Idlewild season pass?
2027 passes are on sale: Silver $89.99, Gold $99.99 and Platinum $189.99.
More parks nearby
Where these prices come from: Official tickets page, Official season passes page, Official FAQ, Official events page. Prices checked October 2026 by John Foster. Prices change, so confirm on the park's site before you go.