Are you trying to figure out if you should get the Cedar Point Season Pass this year?
Don’t worry, I have all the details for you today!
Cedar Point theme park, located in Sandusky, Ohio has officially opened for its 154th season.
With it comes a brand new Boardwalk Area, transforming it from its 1800s sunbathing roots to a pavilion with food stops boasting spectacular views the vast lake Erie, a reimagined Wild Mouse roller coaster and so much more!
Coaster enthusiasts know that Cedar Point is the Roller Coast, in regard to its history and role within the coaster wars of the early 2000s.
Guests come from all walks of life to visit this theme park.
Some, like myself, loved it so much that we decided to get annual passes to have full access to the thrills and history that this park boasts and gas to offer its visitors.
But what makes the Cedar Point Season Pass worth it? What options are there?
Today, I will answer these questions and more as we walk through the park’s annual passes, benefits and more.
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2023 Cedar Point Season Pass Options
An annual pass is a pass that you pay for either in full or with a down payment and monthly payment plan, that will allow you certain benefits and access to a destination.
In this case, it would be Cedar Point.
Cedar Point has five different types of annual passes, each of their values being subject to change.
Each pass fits the particular needs of most families (or solo travelers), so let’s break down each.
It should also be noted that the prices are for the 2023 season and will be updated yearly.
Occasionally, you can catch a sale for the Cedar Point Annual Passes and save up to $100!
1. Cedar Point Summer Pass
This pass is the lowest tier and comes with the least benefits but is useful if you are just solely doing the parks.
The Cedar Point Summer Pass Cost and Benefits
For $105 or 5 payments of $16 after a $25 down payment, you will have access to the following:
- Unlimited Visits to Cedar Point Amusement Park
- Included General Parking
- 10% off Food and Merchandise Discounts
- Pass Perk Rewards
If you just want the very basics, this would be the way to go.
2. Cedar Point Gold Pass
This pass is the most popular and gives guests the best value amongst the passes available if you don’t want to spend too much.
The only downside is that Early Entry is no longer included with this particular pass.
The Cedar Point Gold Pass Benefits and Cost
For $140 or 5 payments of $21 after a $35 down payment, you will have access to the following:
- Unlimited visits to Cedar Point & Cedar Point Shores Waterpark, this year and next
- Free parking
- Unlimited visits to HalloWeekends
- In-park 10% food & merchandise discount
- Cedar Point Gold Pass Bring a Friend Discount Tickets
- Eligible for 2 Pre-K Passes
- Cedar Point Resorts Discount
- Pass Perk Rewards
3. Cedar Point Platinum Pass
This next pass is the one I personally own and is perfect for those who like to explore more than just one theme park and travel during the summer.
This one is especially great because it gives you access to more than just Cedar Point, but all Cedar Fair affiliated parks.
If you enjoy Cedar Point, Knott’s Berry Farm and Kings Island, this will work out well for you.
So far I have visited Cedar Point, Knott’s Berry Farm and Kings Dominion with the pass. I also plan to visit more during the 2023 summer season.
The Cedar Point Platinum Pass Benefits and Cost
For $280 total or 5 payments of $43 after a $65 down payment, you will have access to the following:
- Access to Cedar Point, Cedar Point Shores Waterpark, Kings Island, Carowinds, Michigan’s Adventure, Knott’s Berry Farm and the entire Cedar Fair parks lineup
- Early Entry at Cedar Point & early access to Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
- Free parking at all parks
- Unlimited visits to Cedar Point’s HalloWeekends (select fall events at other parks are not included)
- In-park 10% food & merchandise discount at all parks
- Cedar Point Resorts discount
- The Cedar Point Platinum Pass Bring a Friend Discount Tickets
- Eligible for 2 Pre-K Passes
- Pass Perk Rewards
4. Cedar Point Prestige and Prestige+ Passes
These next two are brand new for the season and as such, I decided to discuss them all in one place.
The Cedar Point Season Pass: Prestige Cost and Benefits
With the Prestige Pass, you get everything that you would get with the Cedar Point Gold Pass, along with additional perks for Cedar Point only.
You won’t have access to other Cedar Fair parks with this pass.
For $350 total or 5 payments of $55 after a $75 down payment, you will have access to the following:
- Unlimited visits to Cedar Point & Cedar Point Shores Waterpark, this year and next
- Early Entry at Cedar Point & early access at Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
- Unlimited visits to Halloweekends
- In-park 15% food & merchandise discount
- Cedar Point Resorts discount
- Preferred Parking each time you visit
- Dedicated entry line at one of the entrance gates for 2 hours each day
- VIP Millennium Lounge access at Cedar Point
- Reserved area at Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
- One single-use Fast Lane Plus Voucher per visit (choose one Fast Lane Plus ride, use it at the Fast Lane Plus line, one time only – this is not a Fast Lane Plus wristband)
- 2 Free Bring-a-Friend tickets per season at Cedar Point or Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
The Cedar Point Season Pass: Prestige+ Cost and Benefits
The next one Prestige+, is the highest tier offered by Cedar Point.
This pass will give you all the benefits of Prestige but allows access to all Cedar Fair parks and more!
For $450 total or 5 payments of $72 with a $90 down payment, you will have access to the following:
- Access to Cedar Point, Cedar Point Shores Waterpark, Kings Island, Michigan’s Adventure, Carowinds, Knott’s Berry Farm and the entire Cedar Fair parks lineup
- Unlimited visits to HalloWeekends (select fall events at other parks are not included)
- Early Entry at Cedar Point & early access to Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
- In-park 15% food & merchandise discount at all parks
- Cedar Point Resorts discount
- Preferred Parking each time you visit (Cedar Point only; free parking at all other parks)
- Dedicated entry line at one of the entrance gates for 2 hours each day (Cedar Point only)
- VIP Millennium Lounge access at Cedar Point
- Reserved area at Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
- One Single-Use Fast Lane Plus voucher per visit at Cedar Point only (choose one Fast Lane Plus ride, use it for access to the Fast Lane Plus line, one time only – this is not a Fast Lane Plus wristband)
- 2 Free Bring-a-Friend tickets per season at Cedar Point or Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
- Cedar Point Gold Pass Benefits at every other park (see individual park sites for their Gold Pass benefits)
5. Cedar Point Pre-K Pass
This final pass really targets those specifically with younger children that they want to bring with them to the park.
The Pre-K Pass has returned but with some changes.
The Cedar Point Pre-K Pass Benefits
Via Tony Clark, Cedar Point’s Director of Communications, the following changes were made to the pass:
- It’s now only available as an add-on pass to Gold, Platinum, Prestige and Prestige Plus Passes; you cannot register/receive the Pre-K Pass individually.
- Includes admission to Cedar Point & Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
- This pass is free for children 3-5 years of age (must be 5 or under at time of pass activation, NOT registration; valid proof if age is required and it must be processed at the park).
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What to Know Before You Buy Your Cedar Point Season Pass
Now that you know the options that are available to you, you can now easily make a decision on whether or not it’s worth it based on finance and benefits.
It should be noted that this pricing is also the online price only.
I would recommend always buying any ticket or pass ahead of time to save money.
Either way, if you plan on visiting the parks more than twice a year, I would say to consider these passes as a money saving option.
If I upgrade or purchase a Cedar Point Season Pass during my visit, can my parking be credited back to me?
Yes, you simply must show your parking receipt from that day but only one parking refund per pass is allowed.
Can I use my current park ticket to upgrade to a Cedar Point Season Pass?
As long as the ticket is unused or upgraded on the day f your visit, you may do so.
If I buy a Cedar Point Season Pass with a monthly payment plan, do I have to wait until the pass is fully paid up to visit?
As long as the pass is up to date on payments, you can start using it right away!
I bought my Cedar Point Season Pass online, how do I get it processed and get my physical card?
You can be processed at the gate entrance to the park. Have your pass voucher email ready.
Cedar Point Team Members will scan your annual pass at the gate, take your photo and hand you your new pass.
For the Platinum and Prestige+ Season Passes, this can be done at any Cedar Fair park by the way.
I bought my Platinum Pass through Cedar Point but activated it at Knott’s Berry Farm’s turnstiles.
Can I have my Cedar Point Season Pass on my phone?
Yes, you can have process and activate your pass here by typing in your 20 digit barcode.
You can also add it through the Cedar Point mobile app by scanning your ticket voucher.
When can I get my Cedar Point Bring a Friend Discounted tickets?
For this, you will need to check the Cedar Point Season Pass calendar here to know when you can redeem these discount tickets.
Can more than one Cedar Point Season Pass be added to my mobile app or profile?
Yes, you may add more than one Cedar Point Season Pass to the mobile app.
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What to Know Before You Purchase Your Cedar Point Platinum, Prestige & Prestige+ Passes
Before I end this guide, I want to go over a few more things with you that you will want to know about the higher priced Cedar Point Annual Passes.
Can I upgrade my Cedar Point Prestige Pass at a different park beside my home park?
No, as this would transfer your benefits away from your home park where to where you upgraded.
Where is the VIP Millennium Lounge in Cedar Point? How do I access it?
The lounge is located nearby the entrance to Millennium Force. You simply will show your Prestige or Prestige+ Pass at the entrance.
How do I access the VIP Area at Cedar Point Shores?
The VIP Breakwater Lounge is brand new and is located by the Breakwater Bay Wave Pool.
Both Prestige and Prestige+ Season Passholders will check in at the Standard Cabana/VIP Lounge to obtain a wristband after presenting their pass.
How do I redeem my Cedar Point Bring a friend ticket?
You will first need to scan your Cedar Point Prestige Season Pass, upon which you and your guest will be admitted.
The benefit is good for as long as the pass is valid for two visits only.
Hipster Power Tip: You may use two free visits on the same day or one visit for two separate days.
Is my Bring a Friend Ticket good for Cedar Point and Cedar Point Shores?
Yes, but remember that you only have two visits.
If you use one visit for Cedar Point and one for Cedar Point Shores, you will have used up your two bring a friend benefits for the season.
How do I access preferred parking at Cedar Point?
Upon arriving at the parking tollbooth, scan your pass to access the parking lot.
To the right of the main gate entrance is the preferred parking lot. It is on a first come, first serve basis.
Does my guest have the same benefits I do with my Cedar Point Bring a Friend ticket?
While with the Passholder, they do have the same benefits as you, including Preferred entrance, early entry, access to the VIP Millennium Lounge and reserved VIP Breakwater Lounge at Cedar Point Shores.
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2023 Cedar Point All Season Dining Deal for Passholders
The Cedar Point Dining Plan allows you to save money by buying a plan that allows you to eat for one set cost for the season.
What is the pricing for Cedar Point All-Season Dining Plan?
- Dining: $105 with 2 meals per day
- Drink Bottle: $34.99
- The Drink Plan: $34.99
Can I add All Season Dining to my Cedar Point Season Pass?
Yes, it can be added to any pass type, except Knott’s Scary Farm passes.
Here are a few things to remember with the All Day Dining Plan for Cedar Point Passholders:
- For Gold and Platinum Passholders, there is a price difference for the All-Day Dining Plan
- The dining program is valid only for the registered Passholder and is not transferable to your guest. Once linked, it is non transferable.
- A Season Drink Plan can be added to any pass type, except Knott’s Scary Farm passes.
- You can purchase the all season souvenir bottle and all season drink plan online or in person at the park to get a drink refill every 15 minutes in the park.
Where can Platinum Passholders use their dining and drink programs?
At any participating dining location at the Cedar Fair Parks. It should be noted that there must be a 4 hour interval between meals.
Can I use my Cedar Point Season Pass if I forget my bottle to get drinks?
The All Season Souvenir Bottle and Season Pass Drink Plan are two separate programs. You will not be able to use your Season Pass card if you forget your bottle.
I have the bottle but want to switch to the Cedar Point All-Season drink program instead? Can I switch?
Yes! All you have to do is visit Guest Services at the park, and for a $2.99 exchange fee, you can be switched over to the bottle free program.
The barcode on your bottle will be deactivated, and you can start to use your Cedar Point Season Pass immediately for your refills.
If I lost or forgot my Cedar Point Annual Pass, can I still use my All Season Drink Program?
If you lose your Cedar Point Season Pass, Guest Services can help you replace your card for $15 and activate the Season Pass Drink Plan on your new pass.
Also, if you forget your Cedar Point Season Pass, please stop at any ticket window located at the Front Gate.
With proper identification a temporary pass will be issued to you.
The temporary pass is only valid for that day and will have the Season Pass Drink Plan attached.
Only two temporary passes are allowed per Season Pass per year.
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My Final Thoughts on the Cedar Point Season Pass
By now, you should have all of your questions about Season Passes for Cedar Point and Cedar Fair answered.
Hopefully this will help you to decide if it will be worth it for you and which one will work best for you for the upcoming summer season!
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Until next time, Happy Park Hopping Hipsters!
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