If you come to Knott's often then you know this is where they have the ice skating rink and put on…read morean amazing Christmas show. They have about 4 or 5 performances throughout the day but my advice is to get there early if you want a good seat. If the show has a start time of 1PM we would typically start waiting in line at around 12PM. Even then you probably won't be the first people in line but you will still get a good seat. Once the line starts getting long they start making people go up the ramp and start making line up there. Be aware if you start going up your whole party must be with you as they will not let anyone go up that is left downstairs. Be aware that in this are you must fill in all the empty space. People do try to cut to get to the front so just be aware of that. Once they open the doors you enter from all the way up top unless you are handicapped then you are let in downstairs. You can choose to sit up top which is still a nice view but if you want to be up close you will need to make your way down all the stairs to make it to the front. As far as the show for the 2024 season they did change it up and make a just a little bit more modern which I loved. The performers all did an amazing job and of course we all love seeing the peanuts characters perform on ice. It was a great show and I hope they keep it the same next year or if they do change it I hope it is for the better. I do miss the summer show that they used to put on in this theatre. I'm not sure why they got rid of it but I hope they bring it back one day. If you come here during the holidays this is a must see show for all ages.

This year's performance, entitled "Merry Christmas Snoopy" is quite brilliant! Tourists gain entry…read moreto Knott's Berry Farm and experience major adrenaline rushes when riding Knott's roller coasters. However during the months of November through the first week in January, there's and added treat: Snoopy on Ice. You do not have to pay an extra fee to watch this performance as it is included in the price of admission. Located in the southwest corner of Knotts' property is The Charles M. Schulz Theater. Showtimes vary depending upon the day of the week so be sure to pick up a schedule as you enter the park. It is not uncommon to see a long line stretching around the corner or to arrive 20 minutes prior to showtime only to discover that the arena is full. I highly recommend that you arrive 40 minutes to one hour before showtime to secure a seat. Once seated inside, the fun begins. The skating rink seems rather small but a lot is accomplished within this space. Charlie Brown and Linus will open the show, reviewing the rules for watching the performance: ex. no flash photography or video recording. Throughout the performance, you'll notice some religious undertones as recalled by Linus. A bit of a historical/patriotic tribute also takes center stage as figure skaters reenact scenes of soldiers returning from war in the 1940s. The music played in the background compliments each scene. It's absolutely beautiful! Snoopy is the star of the show and he is able to execute each move with ease. He never ignores the audience, often coming to three points on the stage (left, center, and right side) so that audience members can take photos during the performance. Snow (soap foam) falls from the ceiling to imitate snowfall during the winter season. Professional ice skaters perform moves effortlessly just like some of the best Olympians. The combination of talented professionals and Snoopy results in an unforgettable show that appeals to people of all ages from various walks of life. The most awe-inspiring/emotional part of the show is when Snoopy awaits the arrival of doves that fly toward him and land on the stage. Some might be startled as the doves fly over their heads, but it's truly a magical moment. Snoopy on Ice is a show that should not be missed if you are at Knott's Berry Farm during the winter months. Who doesn't enjoy watching trained professionals perform in an intimate setting with the help of "America's Favorite Beagle"? Merry Christmas Snoopy is a beautiful, uplifting performance that the entire family will enjoy.

First time at the Pirates Dinner Adventure. Saw coupon deals on this through Groupon, so why not?…read moreI've been to Medieval Times as a kid, but never been to the Pirate show until now as an adult. You'll have to call in to let them know that you have a Groupon deal. Went for the last showing of the night so we could enjoy more of the evening and not feel like we would be hurried out for the next group. Upon arrival, the parking lot was full, both the one on top and bottom. Tried the street, but it was permit parking only. Noticed some Porto's customers were parking in this lot as well. I thought it was a paid to park lot. There are some parking spots, but everyone double parks over the line, so each parking space was a tight squeeze, we had no choice, but to squeeze in. When you check in at the window they will print your receipt for your booking and charge you $8 parking on their lot. Honestly there's no one checking the lot, but it's out first time, so we do. Paid extra and bought an upgraded ticket, so we're guaranteed a good seat and it came with a headband, beaded necklace and discount on their photo package. Once you enter you get your photos taken and then you are ushered to the giftshop or bar area. By the way the giftshop area is where you will enter the stage/dining area. Who knew?!?! Luckily there are people who will take you to your seat so you're not lost. You are seated by team colors. The server there, Darla, was really nice. She got our drinks, and meals in the timely basis. The only thing that took a while when you're at your seat was the appetizer and bar drinks. The appetizer was another server; the onion rings was not great, pretty soggy. The bar drink person took the longest. Was half way into the main entree when that server came to get the order. I would have liked towards the beginning after being seated to enjoy. Plus it was very stuffy and hot. Mind you the alcoholic drinks were expensive at $21 each, but you get to keep your souvenir glass. You're not here for the food, but rather the show. Food is not bad, it's like a quarter of a rotisserie chicken with boiled veggies, mashed potatoes, salad, and a slice of cake at the end. It's very kid friendly and entertaining with acrobats, singing, and sword fighting. Depending on your team color you cheer on for your pirate color. Go team orange! It's almost a 2 hour experience with dining and show. Overall if you just go once in your life, it's enough. It's a novelty.

It's been a while since I have been to Pirates Dinner Adventure and although the show was good, the…read morefood was very underwhelming. My family and I decide to take a trip to Buena Park through the offer from Groupon (2 kids two adults) equaling 197. It wasn't a cheap lunch, but we thought let's try it and get out of the house. We arrived 90 minutes before the showing at 1:30 and the place was empty. We went inside thinking there would be music, actors outside taking and pictures and it was completely opposite of that. I'm used to medieval times where the king and queen are out, there's music pumpin and everyone is rooting for their color, pirates is different. In the gift shop it's quiet, no music, nothing has a price, and the workers are walking around like hawks trying to make you buy something or just watch out for stealing. There's really no entertainment at this point. The doors to the arena actually open around 30 minutes before the show and that's where you get to take pictures interact with the pirates (be aware they come off as rude but that's their shtick-they are pirates! The arena is dark and cool, and everywhere is a good seat. The show started right on time but before that we had Mac N cheese balls which were just ok, 11 dollars for 8 deep fried Mac n cheese balls. Oh and check this out, your meal doesn't include soda..they offer you water with your meal and if you want soda it's 4 dollars a cup or 9 dollars a pitcher, that's insane! The show was interactive, the actors were great but the main course (chicken, mash potatoes and vegetables) tasted horrible! The veggies smelled like a fish tank, undercooked and under seasoned, and the mash had no flavor. My kids didn't like it, and neither did my wife and I. For 50 dollars a person it was not worth the price! The arena unfortunately was empty! There are about 150-200 seats and there was probably around 50-60 people total, it was sad. These performers are great, but the storyline is weak, and hard to listen to because of the audio. Visually they got it, but audio needs to be more clear. I gave the show as a whole 3 stars because it's a one time thing for us. The kids were so happy to be apart of the show as they pull them up onto the ship and let them act along but what really ruined it for me was the food. Toward the end they served dessert which was a chocolate brownie with sprinkles which tasted like it was out of a box and it was super messy! I know they have Vampirates right now but I'm sure the food is the same...underwhelming for the price. Memorable moments, but they can do better!

If you like horses this shows for you. Saw a horse jump and click all 4 hooves together. Yellow…read moreteam won, blue team's knight is a traitor to the realm. Food was more than decent Sheila was a great server no utensils no problem.

Outstanding customer service from the time I arrived. I left my jacket at the venue, emailed…read morecustomer service and within an hour had a reply back they found my jacket. I live a couple of hours from the venue and they so kindly mailed it to me. WOW, that is customer service. 5 Stars to the Buena Park location.

The east coast favorites Get The Led Out were back in town on a west coast tour. There is free…read moreparking all around this venue. If you didn't tailgate they have two bars inside the venue plus merchandise from the band that is playing. We had seats all the way to the back which has a perfect view and the sound is great. The concert was great just like in the past few years.

Mango Fest on August 30, 2026, was a hit--and hotter than the sun!…read more Hosted by Ube Fest in the parking lot of the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, this event was free to attend, which is always a win. Music was blasting throughout the festival, creating a fun atmosphere, but be prepared for long lines for both ordering and food pickup. Most vendors were cashless and accepted credit cards, Zelle, or Venmo, although some did take cash. A few vendors even made the long trek down from the Bay Area. The biggest challenge was definitely the heat. It was a hot day, and the event could have used more shaded areas. Lots of people gathered around the tables to cool off, while others were there to actually eat. The food was okay overall, but I'm hoping to try the BBQ next time around. My favorite was the Mango Crumble halo-halo from D Baker's Lab--definitely worth trying! Prices can add up quickly, so I'd recommend going with friends and sharing dishes. That way, you can sample more without spending a small fortune. Heads up: the sticky rice line was REALLY long. If you're driving, bring a cooler with plenty of water. You'll save money on drinks and, more importantly, stay hydrated while you're out in the heat. Overall, a fun free event with plenty of food, shopping, music, and mango-filled treats. Just come prepared for the heat and the lines!

Circus Vargas is a tented circus, just like when you were a kid--but no animals, thank you. It goes…read morearound the Country and we are always so happy when it comes anywhere near LA. LA is too expensive to rent space for this wonderful and fairly priced circus so they go a bit out side of LA, to Lakewood, Downey or Buena Park. It is such great fun and you have to go and take a kid or ten with you. These circuses are struggling so support them. They have performers from all over the world. All of the acts are great and the clowns are funny and they go into the audience. They don't have a bad seat in the house. And again, the prices are so far and they always have specials. Just go to their website and sign up for emails when they are in your area, which could be anywhere. The place is so cute with great popcorn, face painting and toys. It is everything a kid could want.

Circus Vargas was a fun family night out! My boys and I had so much fun enjoying the vibe of the…read morecircus! The performances were amazing with various acrobatics, tight rope, juggling, magic, dancing and that motorcycle performance was crazy!!!! @circusvargasofficial will be visiting Buena Park till June 9!

RICA dance studio was amazing, I reached out to them regarding a flash mob style for my proposal,…read moreand they were very communicative and able to exceed expectations. 16 students and all of their parents were wonderful on making my special day a reality from what I had envisioned. I cannot recommend them enough for all of their efforts and beautiful choreography.

We had an amazing experience with RICA Dance Studio! Coach Anna was incredible -- knowledgeable,…read morepatient, and so talented. My husband and I came to her just one month before our wedding with no dance experience at all, asking for a choreographed dance. She listened carefully to our song choice and created a beautiful, fun routine that made us feel confident and comfortable. Coach Anna was flexible with our schedule, always punctual, and her rates were very reasonable -- especially compared to other studios we had contacted. She was truly the only one who offered exactly what we needed. Thanks to her, our first dance was a huge hit at our wedding! We couldn't be happier and highly recommend RICA Dance Studio and Coach Anna for any of your dance needs.

We absolutely LOVE this little theater!! We've been to several plays here over the years and none…read moreof them have ever disappointed!! I want to say that the theater holds maybe 75-100 people...? Comfy seats and every seat is a great view. Prices are great, our last show was $39 each. The actors are fun and you can tell they absolutely love doing what they do. They are there to make everyone happy including themselves and their fellow castmates. There is a bar with drinks and snacks, we've even seen shirts for sale! We are considering purchasing a "B Season Pass" so we don't miss out on the shows this coming year, some sell out fast! I hate to even give a great review because I don't want people to buy up all the seats from under us, but yet I want to also give this theater a huge and happy round of applause for being FANTASTIC!! We will see you again soon! Cheers!

We have been coming to shows at the Maverick for years. My…read morewife bought us tickets to their incredible "Night of the Living Dead" play. It was the best surprise- I had no idea until we arrived. The Maverick puts on this play every year and it is outstanding. Their seasons always bring unique, quirky shows. From King Kong to Rocky Horror to Santa Claus Conquers the Martians. There is always something cool happening. Brian, the owner, is dedicated to theater and is a friendly, welcoming guy. The staff and actors are wonderful as well. Probably our favorite local theater.

We have seen three shows at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, finding a great production…read moreof "Waitress" last year that introduced us to this theatre. More recently, we enjoyed "Frozen" and "Come From Away" and are excited for many of the upcoming shows for the season! The production quality for this mid-size theatre is excellent! The theatre is not huge, but there are many seats to fill. We have sat in rows Q, R, and S, and the views are still great! Seats are relatively comfortable and easy to find as well. Show prices will vary on where you sit, but it does feel intimate enough to connect with the actors wherever you sit. Even though we live nowhere near the area, La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has become one of our favourites. Additionally , the parking lot is huge due to the many businesses in this plaza, and we've always been able to park relatively near the theater. Plenty of food options here, too! We will gladly drive the extra miles to support the arts and enjoy musical theatre in La Mirada!

I attended a Sunday matinee recently. They open the theater an hour and a half before the show…read more They encourage people to come early by offering early specials at the bar. They do a good job of making the pre-show experience a pleasant one. There is plenty of seating inside and outside. There is a bar inside and outside, with the same offerings. They offer themed drinks to the show. People came out to enjoy the nice weather and the pre-show experience. The bathroom had many stalls but that didn't stop the women's from forming a line. Parking is free.

One of the must-see shows in Knott's Berry Farm that you will want to come back for more. The…read morequality of the show and the talent that each musicians have is out of this world. It is a perfect way to end the day at the park by sitting back at one of the wagons and listening to their incredible music, act, and humor. As time goes by, you get lost in their show that it feels like you're at a campground in a canyon with the Krazy Kirk and Hillbillies fans. Very entertaining and brilliant that I strongly recommend to anybody who visits the park.

Always beautiful performance at Knott's. Love their music. I wish I could buy their music on CD"s.read more

If I could add extra stars, I REALLY would!!…read more I've been with so many dance groups and have been fortunate enough to experience so much. And when I thought I hit my plateau, Te Varua Ori and Angela have definitely opened my eyes and saved the dancer in me. Angela is an extremely creative dancer, very strong in technique and skill, but so passionate within every movement. Watching her dance really captivate you and motivates you. Their lead drummer, Kalisi, is sooooooo freakin dope. I couldn't begin to fathom how crazy genius this guy is when it comes down to creating beats per Angela's movements. Everyone is so friendly, but has a good sense to strive to be the best. I also have to say this is the best looking group I've ever been with. Everyone is beautiful both inside and out! But what really is unique is how all of the other dancers and drummers have this natural vibe; like everyone feeds off of each other's energy. I kid you not, this group has it's own spirit that every dancer dreams of. The love. The drive. The unity. It's all there at Te Varua Ori. Try it for yourself, or come to one of our shows... You'll see what i mean.

Definitely a 5 star rating in terms of quality of instruction and value! Te Varua Ori quickly…read morebecomes a home away from home. It is a close knit group but has a very warm, welcoming, and supportive atmosphere. Angela the director is an amazing teacher/dancer and a very creative choreographer. She will challenge you more every class so you are always growing as a dancer and each class is different so you will never get bored! If you love to dance (or play drums!), hear your heart thumping to drum beats, or just like to have a good time and destress while getting the workout of a lifetime, this is the place to be!