Does Kings Island still take cash?


Does Kings Island still take cash? At Kings Island, we want you to have an AMAZING time with your friends and family. That's why we've moved to all cashless payments throughout the park. Simply swipe or tap your credit card, debit card or smart device with Apple Pay or Google Pay where you would normally use cash. It's faster, safer and always secure.


Does Kings Island offer free water?

Does Kings Island offer free water cups? Yes, they're smaller, but I've never been told no to taking two.


What are the new rules for Kings Island?

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.


What did Kings Island used to be called?

Kings Island was conceived as early as 1964 when Coney Island, a popular amusement park 10 miles (16 km) east of downtown Cincinnati on the banks of the Ohio River, suffered from a major flood that submerged the area in over 14 feet (4.3 m) of water.


Why not to go cashless?

Identity theft and compromised personal information are potential dangers in a cashless economy, but privacy might be compromised in other ways too. When you pay digitally, you always leave a digital footprint, and this footprint is easily monitored by financial institutions.


How much is Kings Island paying per hour?

The average Kings Island hourly pay ranges from approximately $14 per hour for a Ride Operator to $24 per hour for a Food and Beverage. Kings Island employees rate the overall compensation and benefits package 3.8/5 stars.


Does Kings Island sell alcohol?

Guests must be at least 21 years of age to purchase, possess or consume alcoholic beverages at Kings Island. Valid State issued identification or valid driver's license is required upon each person purchasing, possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages.


Does anyone live on King Island?

It proved a good place to ride out a pandemic. King Island did not record a COVID-19 case among its population of fewer than 2,000 people until January 2022.


Can I wear a fanny pack on rides at Kings Island?

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.


What happened at Kings Island April 15 2023?

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.


Why was King Island abandoned?

But by the 1970s, no one lived here year-round; most residents had moved to Nome, on the mainland. While several forces drove the migration, King Islanders say a main cause was the decision by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to close a school it ran on the island in the late 1950s.


What is the best day of the week to go to Kings Island?

Weekdays (Monday-Thursday) are historically least crowded during the summer season in June, July, and August. Weekends, especially Saturdays, attract more tourists and vacationers. The Halloween event tends to be more manageable earlier in the season, especially in September.


How do I convert cash-to-card?

Cash-to-card kiosks, also known as reverse ATMs, allow users to convert cash or credit and debit card funds into prepaid, digital cards, including gift cards. They can be found in places like amusement parks, college campuses, music festivals or supermarkets.


Does Disneyland take cash?

You must be excited for your upcoming adventure at the Happiest Place on Earth! Nicole, you can certainly use cash as a form of payment throughout Disneyland Resort. Although, I must say it is very convenient to make in-app purchases using the Disneyland mobile app.


What is the new ride at Kings Island 2024?

In 2024, Kings Island's new Camp Snoopy will feature the park's newest roller coaster, Snoopy's Soap Box Racers.