Mornings at the Arcade
Daily
June 16 – August 8, 2025
9am-11am
Front row parking isn’t the only thing you’ll score with Mornings at the Arcade!
Play half-priced arcade games* in the Casino Arcade and Neptune’s Kingdom while enjoying breakfast at Boardwalk Grille. Finish off your morning by cheering on the Guest of the Day as they officially open the rides for even more fun!
* Not valid on Redemption Games. Green Readers only.
What is Guest of the Day?
Each day the park operates, a special guest is selected to ceremonially open the park in front of the Giant Dipper!
The special guest is given a coveted “Guest of the Day” button to wear, which unlocks fun experience enhancements during their visit.
Meet Splash! The Boardwalk's Totally Tubular Pelican
Catch Splash fist bumping and taking photos with guests.
Splash loves to dance, play arcade games, and gets stoked when he sees a Hawaiian shirt… his outfit of choice.
Splash’s favorite ride is the Giant Dipper (of course), he LOVES Dippin’ Dots, and his favorite movie is The Lost Boys.
Want More Summer Fun?
Evenings on the Colonnade
Free Entertainment + Beer Flights: Live Music, Magicians/Acrobats, & DJ Dance Party
FREE Movies on the Beach
Watch your favorite movies while munching on mouthwatering Boardwalk treats.
Discover The Inns of Santa Cruz
A Collection for Every Occassion
Front row parking isn’t the only thing you’ll score with Mornings in the Plaza!
Play half-priced arcade games, devour irresistible breakfast specials, and show off your best dance moves with Splash at the Pirate Ship stage. Finish off your morning by cheering on the Guest of the Day as they officially open the rides for even more fun!
2025 Schedule Announced in Spring
Discover The Inns of Santa Cruz
A Collection for Every Occassion
Fiesta en la Playa
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Come celebrate the vibrant traditions of the Latino community with mariachi, folklorico dancers, and a free beach concert. Enjoy Boardwalk rides and games plus fun food and beverage specials throughout the park.
Boardwalk PRIDE
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Show your PRIDE and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with free live entertainment, giveaways and info booths. Enjoy rides and games plus fun photo ops and exclusive merchandise available throughout the park.
Boardwalk Season Passes
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Buy a New Season Pass
Buy before 12/31/2024 and save up to $30!
Buy a New Season Pass
Buy online & save up to $20!
