Cedar Fair adds Prestige and Prestige+ Pass options for 2023 Season
Cedar Fair’s new Prestige+ Pass
Quietly and without much fanfare, some Cedar Fair parks rolled out a new tier of season passes for the 2023 season. Prestige and Prestige+ Pass options have been announced for Cedar Point, Kings Island, and Carowinds and provide more perks and extras when compared to lower-tier passes at their respective parks.
Monthly pricing varies at each park depending on the required down payment; however, the Prestige Pass is $299, and the Prestige+ Pass is $399 at Cedar Point and Kings Island. Prices for Carowinds Prestige and Prestige+ passes are $225 and $325, respectively. The Prestige+ Pass allows for admission and perks at all Cedar Fair parks, whereas the Prestige Pass only applies to the park for which it is purchased. For comparison, park-only season passes range from $115 to $155, while the Platinum Pass, which allows for parking and admission to all Cedar Fair Parks, sells for $250 currently, regardless of the park.
Snapshot of Prestige and Prestige+ pricing and perks at Kings Island
Is the Prestige Pass worth the added cost?
With the new Prestige Pass, there are a handful of perks that offer a significant upgrade to lower-tier passes. Prestige(+) pass holders have no blackout dates, 15% discounts on food and merchandise, and Enhanced Pass Perk Rewards. New-to-Cedar Fair perks like Preferred Parking, a Preferred Entrance (for at least 2 hours each day), 2 Free Bring-A-Friend tickets, and access to a Waterpark VIP Area are also included for the 2023 Season. Each website mentions in fine print that not all perks are available at all Cedar Fair parks; guests should contact the park they’re visiting to confirm they are available.
Ultimately, we believe options are good for both guests and businesses. As long as Cedar Fair parks can deliver on these promised perks, there appears to be enough value here to appeal to a large number of guests. After seeing attendance and profits meet if not exceed pre-pandemic levels and with multiple projects set to be announced soon, Cedar Fair is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon.
