Knott’s Merry Farm Invites Everyone to “A Charlie Brown Christmas”

BUENA PARK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knott’s Berry Farm will magically transform into Knott’s Merry Farm this holiday season as they present “A Charlie Brown Christmas” with seasonal entertainment, spectacular decorations including a 65 foot tall Christmas tree, and a colorful Christmas parade starting Thanksgiving day and running through December 30, 2008.

“A Peanuts’ Holiday Parade” offers seven elaborately themed floats featuring the Peanuts Gang and accompanied by students from Orange County Song and Dance Company. Children and adults alike will be able to get into the holiday spirit along with CHARLIE BROWN, LUCY, LINUS, SALLY, SCHROEDER and of course SNOOPY, as they ready for the holidays. Join them as they partake in all the holiday festivities including candy making, tree trimming, and even toy building! “A Peanuts’ Holiday Parade” will run November 27-30; December 5-7, 12-14, 20-23, 26-30, 2008 and January 1 – 3, 2009.

Also in the spirit of the season, Knott’s Merry Farm is proud to present the ice spectacular, “Snoopy’s Cool Christmas.” The show, performed in the 2,100-seat Charles M. Schulz Theatre, is hosted by the famous skating Beagle and features Knott’s ensemble skaters, dazzling sets, colorful costumes and plenty of surprises. “Snoopy’s Cool Christmas” will be presented November 27-30; December 5-7, 12-16, 18-24 and 26-30, 2008. The show and parade are included with regular Park admission and available to Christmas Crafts Village guests for a nominal additional charge.

Knott’s 1880s Ghost Town will again be transformed into Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village, inviting mall-weary guests to explore one-of-a-kind treasures created by more than 100 artisans in a Victorian holiday wonderland of strolling carolers, musical groups, community choirs and lavish holiday decorations.

Adding to the unique Village atmosphere are live performances of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” and O’Henry’s “A Gift of the Magi” in the Bird Cage Theatre.

Elf Mountain Christmas is also back. The world famous Timber Mountain Log Ride has once again been transformed this holiday season giving guests an up-close and-personal view into the world of Santa’s Elves. Sneak a peak as Santa’s helpers get ready for Santa’s busiest day of the year. Rich with lights, music and the merriest of times, this attraction will remain open until Jan. 4, 2009.

Experience the wonder of “Berry Merry Lights,” as hundreds of thousands of twinkling white and multicolored lights, adorning Knott’s historic Ghost Town and Camp Snoopy, merrily light up the nighttime sky from dusk to Park closing.

A trip to Knott’s Merry Farm would not be complete without a visit with the man of the hour – Santa! Stop by Santa’s Headquarters for a little one-on-one with the big guy. Here, in Santa’s cozy hideaway, kids can share their wish lists with St. Nick, and Mom and Dad can take home a picture of the occasion (photo requires additional fee).

Village guests can also indulge in the ultimate comfort foods with Knott’s world-famous holiday treats, including fresh-baked pies, cakes, cookies, muffins and gingerbread men, as well as daily specials and the legendary cooking at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant. For an all you can eat buffet, try Joe Cool’s Backyard BBQ Holiday Style starting November 22 and running Saturdays and Sundays through December 28. For only $18.00 for adults and $14.00 for seniors (62+) and $10.00 for kids (3-11), you can partake of a holiday feast that includes Mrs. Knott’s famous fried chicken, roast turkey, vegetarian lasagna, roast beef, mashed potatoes, boysenberry pie and much more! For reservations, call 1-800-PICNICS.

Another holiday treat is “Snoopy’s Calico Christmas Tree Lighting” each evening in Calico Square. Join SNOOPY, LUCY, LINUS, SALLY and CHARLIE BROWN as they host a song-and-dance show complete with carolers and a Christmas sing-along then light a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. The Peanuts gang is also featured in their very own live musical show, “Winter Wonderland” shown daily in Camp Snoopy.

Merry Farm guests can combine their holiday treats with Knott’s blockbuster rides. The legendary GhostRider^®, the ultimate wooden sleigh ride; 30-story Supreme Scream^®, the world’s tallest descending thrill ride; Silver Bullet, the longest and tallest suspended coaster in the West and Knott’s newest addition, Pony Express, all deliver a thrill this holiday season.

Knott’s Merry Farm admission covers all Christmas Crafts Village and in-park shows and activities, including the ice show, “Snoopy’s Cool Christmas,” and all regular rides, shows and attractions including Silver Bullet, GhostRider^®, Supreme Scream^® and Xcelerator^SM. Adult residents of Southern California zip codes 90000 through 93599 pay just $41.99 and kids (3-11) and seniors (62+) are just $22.99. Special discount coupons are also available at participating McDonald’s offering admission for $34.99 for adults starting November 24 through January 4, 2008.

Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village is included with regular Knott’s Berry Farm admission daily. Monday through Friday guests may purchase Crafts Village only tickets; $10 for adults, $5 for seniors (62+) and $5 for kids (3-11). Village guests can enjoy the ice show, “Snoopy’s Cool Christmas,” or take a spin on GhostRider for nominal fees.

Knott’s opens daily at 10 a.m. The park closes Dec. 25 to allow its employees to spend Christmas with their families. For information about the day you plan to visit and available discounts, call (714) 220-5200 or click on www.knotts.com.

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