Kennywood Opens April 22 with All-New 125th Celebration Weekends

Pittsburgh’s Thrill and Entertainment Destination – will open for its momentous 125^th Celebration season beginning April 22 and 23, by honoring all first responders with a weekend of free admission. Opening day also kicks off a five-weekend-long event honoring the decades of the park’s past— 125^th Celebration Weekends.

“Final preparations are underway now for what is sure to be Kennywood’s most thrilling and fun season yet, with brand new elements to elevate the park experience for a can’t-miss visit,” says Kennywood’s Assistant General Manager, Rick Spicuzza. “It’s an honor to be a beloved institution in the community for this long and we’re looking forward to creating many new memories for generations to come with all that’s new in 2023.”

First Responder Days will pay tribute to the brave individuals in our community for their hard work and sacrifices. All first responders will receive free admission plus a discount on up to four tickets for family and friends. The 125^th Celebration Weekends will include entertainment, nostalgic photo opportunities, merchandise, and giveaways representing elements that defined each era. April 22 and 23 celebrates 1898 through the 1960s with live performances from the Boilermaker Jazz Band and The Brass Staff. The following four weekends will celebrate the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s, respectively, April 29 through May 21.

This season will feature new additions to the park’s food and beverage lineup. The park’s famous pizzeria, Pizza Warehouse, will reveal its transformation, featuring a flashy brick façade, a refreshed interior, a unique mural for photo opportunities and an all-new menu. Right next door, the Golden Nugget will show off its new facelift with a nod to its famous past. SwingShot reveals its stunning makeover, sending riders more than 90 feet into the air. 1898 Coffee Co., Kennywood’s brand-new coffee shop, will serve an array of coffee flavors and specialty drinks, the new food and beverage location will receive its finishing touches and will open this season.

Later this spring, Primanti Bros. opens in Lost Kennywood creating the ultimate fan and guest experience with its first-ever theme park-based location. In celebration of Kennywood’s 125^th and Primanti Bros. 90^th birthday, it’s the perfect marriage of two iconic Pittsburgh brands. The new restaurant will feature the almost-famous Primanti Bros. sandwiches, featuring house-made coleslaw, fresh-cut fries, Italian bread and your meat of choice.

125^th Celebration Weekends will lead up to the launch of Spinvasion, set for Memorial Day weekend. The thrill ride, the first of its kind in the U.S., takes center stage in Area 412 alongside a refreshed Cosmic Chaos and the renovated Gift Ship offering out-of-this-world souvenirs.

The park has launched its Opening Ticket and Season Pass sales. For a limited time, one-day tickets are only $34.99 – a savings of 50%. Or the best way to experience the fun of the 125^th Celebration all year long is to purchase a Kennywood Season Pass.  Now through April 30, get unlimited visits all summer for only $99.99 with a Silver Pass. For just $30 more, upgrade to unlimited admission all year long, including access to Phantom Fall Fest and Holiday Lights, with a Gold Pass.

For more information on the 125^th Celebration, to purchase tickets and season passes, visit kennywood.com.