Brace yourselves, fun lovers of the legal drinking age, because Kennywood is about to take you on a roller coaster ride of a different kind - but only if you're over 21. For the first time in its storied 120-plus-year history, the revered amusement park is tossing the kids aside for an evening, as reported by CBS News Pittsburgh. On Friday, Aug. 30, adult guests will be treated to an exclusive sneak peek at the park's hair-raising Halloween bash, the Phantom Fall Fest.
According to WTAE, will not only feature a behind-the-scenes look at the spine-chilling "Malice in Wonderland" haunt but also an unbridled romp across select rides such as the Jack Rabbit, promising booze-infused thrills until the witching hour strikes twelve. Now, let's talk perks for the park aficionados: there will be a DJ-imposed massive dance party on the Island Stage, and Kennywood is not kidding around with an all-you-can-eat Halloween-themed buffet that's bound to induce more queasiness than a turn-on the Aero 360 after a few too many specialty cocktails, which of course, will be flowing alongside beer and wine offerings.
The one-night-only event kicks off at 4 p.m. and runs till a full moonlit 10 p.m., though Kennywood will cater to the grown-ups' need to party with extended spooky festivities dragging on until midnight. Donning a wristband after showing their IDs, ticketholders not only get the first dibs on the Phantom Fall Fest's menacing merriments but also contribute to the last hurrah before Kennywood, embarks on its haunting season starting Sept. 20.
And if the thought of donning monster makeup appeals to you more than dodging them, you might just be in luck: the park is on the hunt for about 200 enthusiasts ready to take on roles ranging from scare actors to ride operators, a hiring frenzy will culminate in an event on Aug. 28, where potential future employees can shuffle into the Parkside Café between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. for a chance to join the Kennywood crew, yes there's a need for food and beverage workers too, in this year's chilling chapter of the Phantom Fall Fest saga, as reported by CBS News Pittsburgh.
