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What is not allowed at Kings Island?

Carrying firearms, ammunition, knives and weapons of any kind and any other prohibited item. Kings Island reserves the right to prohibit any items at their discretion. Unsolicited photographing or video recording that disrupts a guest's experience or interferes with park operations.



Kings Island enforces strict "High-Fidelity" security policies to ensure guest safety. Prohibited items in 2026 include all weapons (firearms, knives, pepper spray), fireworks, and explosive materials. Outside food and beverages are generally not permitted, with exceptions made only for special dietary needs or baby formula. "High-Fidelity" technology restrictions are also in place: drones, selfie sticks, and professional camera equipment (including tripods) are banned inside the park. Regarding attire, clothing with offensive language or graphics is prohibited, as are masks or costumes that conceal the identity of guests aged 14 and older. Additionally, loose items are strictly forbidden on most thrill rides; items like cell phones and keys must be secured in buttoned pockets or left in lockers, as "High-Fidelity" sensors on rides like Orion or Diamondback may trigger a safety shutdown if a guest is seen with a phone out on the lift hill.

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No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed to be brought into Kings Island or Soak City Water Park.

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Under the new policy, park-goers 15 years old and younger need to be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old in order to be admitted to or remain in the park after 4 p.m. to closing time. The chaperone will need to present a photo ID with a birthdate in order to be let in.

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Here are some recommendations to help you plan your visit: Appropriate swimwear is required. Thongs and transparent clothing are not permitted.

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Children/Teens - Notice to Parents & Guardians In addition to our chaperone policy, we strongly recommend that minors (under 18) be accompanied by an adult. The park does not assume any responsibility or liability for unattended minors.

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What forms of payment does Kings Island accept? Kings Island is now cashless. All of our in-park locations only accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay.

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We recommend using a fanny pack on your trip to Kings Island! Based on our personal experience, fanny packs that fully close and DO NOT INTERFERE with roller coaster safety bars, are allowed on all rides.

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For the convenience of all our guests, smoking of any kind, including vapor and e-cigarettes, is oonly permitted in the designated smoking areas outside the park's main entrance and Soak City Water Park's entrance.. Please refer to our map for the specific location. Smoking is not permitted inside Kings Island.

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Single strollers, double-seat strollers, wagons, wheelchairs, and electric convenience vehicles (ECVs) may be used during your visit to Kings Island, and you are welcome to bring your own.

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Kings Island opened for the 2023 season on Saturday, April 15. That same day, a 17-year-old was arrested running away from police and jumping a park fence, according to local media reports.

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