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Valleyfair Discount Tickets – 2025 Season

Published June 3, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 | by Laura | 7 Comments

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Get a great deal on Valleyfair Discount Tickets for 2025! See the ticket options available and find the one best for you and your family.

Valleyfair Discount Tickets

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Summer is here! That means it’s time to start thinking about and planning for your next trip to Valleyfair!

To save money on tickets you’ll want to buy then ahead of time and use this deal for the best price.

Valleyfair Discount Tickets 2025

There are two different offers available right now with the first being a single day admission plus souvenir bottle with unlimited drinks for $54.99. Comparing this to current pricing for a weekend day via the Valleyfair website of $63.93, you’re saving almost $9 per ticket – or $36 for a family of 4. By the end of June prices go up on the Valleyfair website, so you’ll save even more. The tickets you buy now are valid through July 31, 2025, so if you’re buying ahead for a Saturday in July savings could be more like $56 per family of 4.

Valleyfair Two Day Tickets

Valleyfair doesn’t sell 2-day tickets directly, but they ARE available through this offer where you can do two days for $75.99 total. These do not have to be consecutive days – you can go any two days now through July 31. So you could use one in June and one in July or however you want to do it.

Right now in early June for a Saturday this offer will save you $10.71 ($42.84 for a family of 4), but starting end of June weekend savings can be as much as $21.55 or $86.20 for a family of 4! – more than enough to cover 2 days at Valleyfair for an additional person.

Parking Fees

While Valleyfair offered free parking early in the season, that offer is over and parking is now $26 per vehicle – or $36 for preferred parking, which I do NOT think is worth the price. You’ll be walking in the park all day anyway, so why pay $10 extra to just avoid walking that little bit extra in the parking lot?

If you join our newsletter list here, we will keep you updated with any new or different ticket deals throughout the season! You’re free to unsubscribe at any time, but I think once you see a newsletter you’ll stick around for the deals, freebies and fun Minnesota events we include in each one. (If you already get the newsletter, find the special link near the bottom.)

Parking Fees

Valleyfair parking for 2025 is $26 per vehicle – or $36 for preferred parking, which I do NOT think is worth the price. You’ll be walking in the park all day anyway, so why pay $10 extra to just avoid walking that little bit extra into the park from the parking lot?

Which Ticket is the Best Buy??

So, which ticket to buy? A lot of it depends on how many times you want to go to Valleyfair this year and if you know you will make good use out of the unlimited drinks option. If you’re a water drinker, then I would NOT choose that option as you can bring along your own water bottle and get water for free at all beverage locations. But if you like soda or other fountain beverages, the unlimited drink plan can be a great choice.

The 2-day pass is an excellent deal if you know you’ll be going twice during the season. If you think you might go more than that, then you can consider a season pass.

If you plan to go to Valleyfair three or more times this year, then buying a season pass is definitely the best deal! Not only do you get in the park for free, but you also get free parking, 10% off food and other benefits. Season passes are on sale 30% off through June 8 at $89 for silver or $99 for gold. (Gold includes unlimited ValleyScare visits.)

With a season pass, you are also entitled to two Free Valleyfair Pre-K passes for kids ages 3-5.


Valleyfair Amusement Park Shakopee

With more than 75 rides and attractions, Valleyfair is the Twin Cities’ amusement park where families come to play the Minnesota way!

Discover your next adventure on one of eight thrilling coasters or learn to love thrills on one of Planet Snoopy’s 16 kid rides.

Valleyfair and Soak City Water Park
 

There’s nothing else quite like the view from the top of a #FerrisWheel! #fun @valleyfairmn #vfbestday #ad #sofun #Minnesota #travel

A photo posted by Chrysa Duran (@thriftyjinxy) on Jun 13, 2016 at 2:11pm PDT

Saving Money Inside the Park

As far as money-saving tips at the park itself, the first is to try to go on a weekday if you are able because the park is much less crowded. (I actually haven’t been on a weekend in years so I can’t give you an exact comparison.) 

Also get there as early a possible. Crowds start building later in the afternoon and you want to get your money’s worth riding as many rides as possible without long lines. 

As far as food and drink are concerned, the first thing is to remember that water is FREE. You can bring along a refillable water bottle or, if you don’t do that, you can also get a small plastic water cup at any food stand. 

You can also pack a lunch for your family and keep it in a cooler in your car. At lunchtime, get your hand stamped when leaving the park, go eat at the car and then go back in when you’re finished.

If you’re buying food at Valleyfair I think one of the best value options is the chicken fingers and fries meal because it’s a decent sized portion and shareable. In my opinion the pizza is the most overpriced item.

When does Valleyfair open for 2025?

The first day for general admission at Valleyfair was May 11, 2025.

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If you’re planning a road trip to Valleyfair’s sister theme park in Kansas City, check out Worlds of Fun Discount Tickets here!

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Laura is a kindergarten teacher and a busy mom of six who loves finding smart ways to save. She balances teaching and family life while always hunting for deals that make life more affordable and fun.

Originally from southern Minnesota, Laura has called the Twin Cities home for over fifteen years. In her rare free moments, she enjoys reading, spending time with loved ones, and savoring a hot cup of coffee.

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  1. NOELLE WEBER says

    January 26, 2021 at 9:36 am

    discounted tickets for valley fair

    Reply
    • Bushra says

      October 4, 2024 at 7:18 pm

      I need 5 ticks help me please

      Reply
      • Chrysa says

        October 8, 2024 at 4:30 pm

        You can use the link in this post to sign up for the email newsletter to receive the discount ticket link.

        Reply
  2. Hugo Gomez says

    August 3, 2022 at 10:37 pm

    I need 6 tickets for valley fair
    With access a water park too for tomorrow how can I get?

    Reply
    • Chrysa says

      August 3, 2022 at 10:40 pm

      You can purchase online through the link above and use the same day or next day or any time through the expiration date listed.

      Reply
  3. Biruu says

    September 5, 2022 at 11:18 am

    Good

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    • Kim says

      September 6, 2024 at 9:42 am

      You have the Renaissance festival highlighted and it goes to valley Fair. Nothing about the Renaissance festival

      Reply
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