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2024 Silver Pass Only $99*

Unlimited visits through Labor Day, including the all-new Summer Music Fest!

*Plus applicable taxes & fees.
Special Events
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May

25
Memorial Day Fireworks All day
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May

25
Carolina Harbor Opening Day 11:00AM - 6:00PM
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July

3
Star-Spangled Nights Fireworks Spectacular All day
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The Carolinas' Premier Entertainment Destination

Carowinds is where the Carolinas come together for fun! For 50 years, families and friends choose Carowinds for an amazing day the Carolina way.

Only at Carowinds will you find more than 60 world-class rides, the Carolinas’ best waterpark, live entertainment, Camp Snoopy, and downhome Carolina cuisine. Family-friendly special events keep guests 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.

Award-Winning Thrills

Adventure seekers across the country flock to our award-winning thrill rides, including Fury 325, the world's tallest and fastest giga coaster. Experience rides and attractions that keep the fun going all day long.

Ultimate Waterpark Chills

Surf’s up at Carolina Harbor! Carowinds’ premier 26-acre water park offers a tidal wave of attractions and amenities that deliver splashtastic fun for everyone.

On-Site Hotel and Campground

Make your Carowinds stay a fun getaway at the on-site SpringHill Suites by Marriott hotel, or the full-service Camp Wilderness Resort.

Seasonal Events & Entertainment

There is always something new at Carowinds with one-of-a-kind special events to celebrate each season of fun.

Carowinds Summer Music Fest

Free With Park Admission

This summer, the Paladium will come alive to host the Carowinds Summer Music Fest amplified by Coke Studio™ on select Fridays and Saturdays in July and August for a music festival like you've never seen before.

Everyone Pays Kids Price

Save up to 50% off the front gate price with tickets from $39.99.

*Plus applicable taxes & fees

Carowinds Tickets

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

Fast Lane

Maximize your time at WinterFest with Fast Lane and bypass the regular line on more than 20 rides and attractions.

Dining Deals

Add food to your fun with all day or all season dining plans or quench your thirst with single day or all season drink refills.

Group Activities

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

Shop the Carowinds Online Store

Find exclusive Carowinds ride apparel, plush toys, park souvenirs and more online!

Plan Your Getaway

Stay where you play! Carowinds features two on-site accommodations for overnight stays after a day of fun, SpringHill Suites by Marriott and Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort.
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