Great America offers a variety of event and entertainment options that families can enjoy together.
All events are FREE with park admission unless otherwise noted.
Kababayan Fest
July 5 FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION
Take in the sights, tastes and sounds of the Filipino community during Kababayan Fest. Presented by Clubworks, Inc., this day-long celebration features live performances by Kuh Ledesma, the first Diva of the Philippines, the Mango Kings, Native Elements and Philtered Soul.
Special Olympics “Power Pull”
July 19 Celebration Plaza
Central Concrete partners with California's Great America to present the “Power Pull,” a popular fundraising event for the Special Olympics.
Fiesta Hispana
Sunday, August 3 GRATIS con entrada
Great America brinda su fabulosa Fiesta Hispana anual, un evento familiar con entretenimiento en vivo, tradicionales y aromáticas comidas y muchísima diversión propia de los temas del parque.
Families can enjoy live musical entertainment, traditional aromatic foods and theme park fun .
Labor Day Weekend Fireworks
Sunday, August 31
Enjoy a fireworks extravaganza high above the skies of Great America!
Autism Awareness Day
September 27
This is a special day for the autistic community to enjoy the thrills that California's Great America has to offer.
Deaf Awareness Day
September 27
This is a special day for the deaf community and their families and friends to enjoy the thrills that California's Great America has to offer.
Halloween Haunt (7p-mid)
Select nights in Oct & Nov
Friday thru Sunday: October 3 - 5, 10 - 12, 17 - 19, 24 - 26, plus October 31 & November 1
This ultimate, in-your-face, Halloween extravaganza will feature walk-through mazes, scare zones, themed rides and Halloween themed shows.
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Dance/Drill Spectacular
October 11
The 8th Annual Dance Drill Spectacular, sponsored by the United Spirit Association, will feature High School and All Star dance/drill teams evaluated in categories including: Officers, Dance, Hip Hop, Military, Kick & Lyrical.
USA Cheerleading & Dance Competition
October 11 & 12
Sponsored by the United Spirit Association, the 22nd Annual Cheerleading & All Star Dance Competition erupts in the Redwood Amphitheater. Come show your spirit!
Scout Nick-or-Treat
October 18
California's Great America Celebrates the “family-friendly” spirit of Halloween, with this Special Nick or Treat Event just for Scouts and their families!
