Enjoy Carowinds Amusement Park on the Border of South & North Carolina!

Park: 11 AM - 8 PM | Waterpark: 11 AM - 5 PM | View Hours
Tickets & Season Passes Available – Reservations No Longer Required

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Last Blast of Summer

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Special Events
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August

23
Summer Bonus Days
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September

17
SCarowinds
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September

18
The Great Pumpkin Fest
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The Carolinas' Premier Entertainment Destination

Carowinds is where the Carolinas come together for fun! For more than 45 years, families and friends choose Carowinds for an AMAZING day the Carolina way. 

Only at Carowinds will you find almost 60 world-class rides, the Carolinas’ best waterpark, live entertainment, Camp Snoopy and downhome Carolina cuisine. Family-friendly special events keep you coming back for new ways to play all season long. At our well-appointed on-site hotel and beautiful campground you can turn your Carowinds stay into a fun getaway.    

From the moment you get here, you’ll see that Carowinds is one of the best places to visit in North Carolina and South Carolina. We’ll see you soon!

Award-Winning Thrills

Adventure seekers across the Carolinas flock to our award-winning thrill rides. Kids love Camp Snoopy’s pint-sized rides. Experience attractions that keep the smiles going all day long!

Ultimate Waterpark Chills

Surf’s up at Carolina Harbor, the ultimate waterpark experience with adventures from mild to wild! A tidal wave of attractions and amenities deliver splashtastic fun for everyone.

On-Site Hotel and Campground

Make your Carowinds stay a fun getaway at our SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte at Carowinds hotel or full-service Camp Wilderness Resort. Just steps from the fun!

Seasonal Events & Entertainment

One-of-a-kind events means there’s always something new at Carowinds. Celebrate all season long with experiences found only at Carowinds. 

Plan Your Getaway Now

Looking for a getaway? Stay where you play! Choose from our on-site SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte at Carowinds or Camp Wilderness Resort with cabins and RV sites. We can also recommend a collection of nearby hotels. Ask about our discount packages for places to stay in Charlotte, NC.

Season-long access, free parking, discounts & more!

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte at Carowinds

We are taking the notion of “destination” a step further as we open the doors to the first Carowinds hotel.

Group Activities

We offer a wide array of group activities that can be tailored for your needs – plus employee offers on group ticket sales.

Carowinds Tickets

As Low As $45
Your ticket to a day of FUN! Enjoy world-class attractions, rides and entertainment.

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