Michigan’s Adventure kicks off its 70th season Friday, May 22, as the amusement park opens ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
“We’ve created a season that blends beloved traditions with fresh energy throughout the entire park,” Michigan’s Adventure Park Presidents Carson Weingart said in a May 19 release. “As we celebrate 70 years of memories, we are also creating new experiences to delight the next generation of guests. Whether you’re a lifelong passholder or a first-time visitor, this is the perfect time to rediscover Michigan’s Adventure.”
Michigan’s Adventure Amusement Park opens at 10 a.m. Friday while the Wildwater Adventure Waterpark will follow on Saturday, June 13.
This season, fans may expect more live entertainment, expanded menus including Detroit-style pizza, extended summer hours, Funland Farm animal experiences and photo opportunities with Peanuts characters from Camp Snoopy.
The park is located north of Muskegon, 4750 Whitehall Road near Whiteball, offering more than 60 activities and seven roller coasters with the Corkscrew, Shivering Timbers, Thunderhawk and the Wolverine Wildcat being most thrilling.
For the Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, military members, including National Guard members, retired or on active duty, will receive free entry and discounted tickets for family and friends, the park announced via Facebook on May 13.
Once it opens, the Wildwater Adventure Waterpark will offer several rides, as well as three wave pools and lazy river. Through the season, the water park’s availability may vary because it will not open if the temperature does not reach 65 degrees within two hours of the park opening.
Season passes and daily tickets are available online. Passes range from $65-$90, depending on discounts or add-ons/upgrades, and daily tickets start at $40-$55. The park also has a group admission option and a birthday package priced from $39-$58.
Michigan’s Adventure has new management for 2026; the park was sold by Six Flags to Enchanted Parks.
Guests who purchased anything through the previous ownership, Six Flags, are directed to its new frequently asked questions webpage for answers about park changes, ticket/pass transfers and dining plan refunds, or to contact the park.
Here’s more on Michigan’s Adventure 70th season:
Is Michigan’s Adventure opening this Memorial Day weekend?
Yes. Michigan’s Adventure will open on Friday, May 22 ahead of the Memorial Day weekend. The water park does not open until June 13.
How much do Michigan’s Adventure daily tickets cost?
Here’s how much daily tickets cost — before add-ons or discounts, according to Michigan’s Adventure ticket and passes webpage:
There are two seasonal pass options: 2026 enchanted legend pass at $90.99 and the 2026 enchanted hero pass at $65.99.
What is the re-entry policy at Michigan’s Adventure?
Guests who re-enter the park will need to go through security screening again upon re-entering. When leaving, the park urges guests to get a re-entry receipt from associate at the gate.
Used tickets are not valid for re-entry, according to the park, and parking passes are not validated, so there is a fee to re-enter the parking lot if you leave with your vehicle.
Can I take my pet to the park?
No. Michigan’s Adventure does not have a kennel, and pets are not allowed inside the park.
Are there lockers for my bags?
Yes. Michigan’s Adventure has lockers at the front entrance for unlimited use. Lockers are also provided at the water park entrance.
Can I bring in food for a picnic?
Outside food, beverages or coolers are not allowed in the park. Special medical diet/need items may be kept in a small personal-sized or lunchbox-sized cooler, which must be tagged at the Group Sales Office at the entrance to the park.
Grilling/alcoholic beverages are not allowed anywhere at the park, including the parking lot.
Can you smoke in the park? Is alcohol allowed?
Smoking of any kind, including vapor and e-cigarettes, is only permitted in the parking lot. Smoking is not permitted inside Michigan’s Adventure.
Outside alcoholic beverages are not allowed anywhere at the park, including the parking lot. However, the park does have restaurants and beer gardens where alcoholic beverages are sold, including the Sunshine Oasis, Waves of Refreshment, Coasters, Lakeside Beer Garden and Surfside Beer Garden.
What are the security measures?
The park has several enhanced security procedures at the front gate, including:
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This article originally appeared on Lansing State Journal: This amusement park is opening for Memorial Day weekend. What to know
Reporting by Sarah Moore, USA TODAY NETWORK / Lansing State Journal
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