Year Round Events
Family fun is always in season at Castle Park
There’s always a reason to celebrate at Castle Park! From Mardi Gras each spring, to the opening of Buccaneer Cove and the start of summer, to Castle Dark in the fall and Duke's Very Merry Village at the holidays, there a special event for every season and every family member!
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2025 Shows & Events
Mardi Gras
February 1 - March 30
Mardi Gras comes to Riverside with Castle Park’s unique take on New Orleans’ favorite festival. Let the good times roll with seasonal treats and fun activities for the whole family, including our all-new live show – Celebration! It’s Mardi Gras at Castle Park.
Duke's Dance Party
Returning 2025
Dance the Night Away!
Duke loves a good party and he really loves to dance! Join us throughout the year for family friendly Dance Parties with DJ Dance-A-Lot, Duke’s Dance Crew and of course, Castle Park’s favorite dragon!
Kids Fest Saturday
Returning 2025
Kids Always Rule our Kingdom!
It’s always good to be a kid at Castle Park. It’s even better to be a kid at Kids Fest. Join us this summer for our biggest and best Kids Fest ever. Look for special guests, new activities, fun with Duke & more!
Fun Friday Nights
Returning 2025
Start Your Weekend with Riverside's Best Family Fun
Keep your eyes out for Fun Friday Nights! A few Fridays each year we open for special evening fun with discounted tickets, plus food, beverage and skill game specials. Start your weekend with family fun!
Buccaneer Cove
Returning May 2025
Buccaneer Cove is the Place to Cool Down
Summer kicks off at Castle Park with the opening of Buccaneer Cove. With five water slides, aquadomes, spray cannons and more, Buc Cove is the place to cool down. Even better, it’s included with your ride park ticket!
Castle Dark
Returning October 2025
Nighttime Halloween Event
USA TODAY’s #3 Theme Park Halloween Event, Castle Dark returns to Castle Park bigger, better and with all new haunted experiences in 2025. Add a little fright to your Halloween nights with mazes, scare zones and more.
Dia De Los Muertos
Returning October 2025
Daytime Halloween Event
Castle Park’s Dia de los Muertos celebration is a family friendly daytime celebration of Mexican and Latin American folk traditions. Entertainment, crafts and trick-or-treating!
Duke’s Very Merry Village
Returning November 2025
Celebrate the Season with Duke!
Duke’s Very Merry Village returns this November and December. Enjoy our famous Holiday Snow Show, festive decorations, holiday treats, and more! Continue the celebration with Noon Year’s Eve and Three Kings Day.
