Pennsylvania’s beloved 100-year-old amusement park still refuses to charge admission
Knoebels Amusement Resort in Pennsylvania has maintained its free admission policy since opening in 1926. The park, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary, has grown into a major regional attraction while preserving its traditional atmosphere. Owner Brian Knoebel emphasizes the importance of accessibility for families, allowing guests to bring their own food and enjoy the park without mandatory fees.
- ▪Knoebels Amusement Resort has been admission-free since it opened nearly a century ago.
- ▪The park features 60 rides, 38 food stands, and a variety of traditional attractions.
- ▪Owner Brian Knoebel has committed to keeping the park's free-admission model as part of its identity.
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Lifestyle Pennsylvania’s beloved 100-year-old amusement park still refuses to charge admission By Andrea Margolis, Fox News Published June 5, 2026, 2:10 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Originally Published by: Cruise passenger hailed as hero after jumping into water to save 84-year-old man Visitors face immediate fines for making one big mistake in crowded destination People taking common sleep drug may not realize they're too impaired to drive: study In an era of pricey theme parks and gated admission, one Pennsylvania amusement park is still letting guests in for free. Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, Pennsylvania, has been admission-free since it opened nearly a century ago.
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