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Valleyfair
Address
1 Valleyfair Dr, Shakopee, MN 55379, United States
Country
usa
Website
https://www.valleyfair.com/Opening Hours
Daily 10:00-20:00 (seasonal operation May-October, hours vary)
Popularity
**🌾 #1 Thrill Destination in the Upper Midwest | Minnesota's Premier Park** - **1.5+ million annual visitors** from across the Upper Midwest - **50+ years of operation** since opening in 1976 - **8 roller coasters** including Steel Venom and Wild Thing - **Soak City water park** included with admission - **Family-owned heritage** maintaining Midwest values
Minnesota's Premier Amusement Park
Valleyfair serves as the premier amusement park for the Upper Midwest, delivering world-class thrills to Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and the Dakotas since 1976. Located in Shakopee, Minnesota, along the scenic Minnesota River valley, this family-friendly destination has grown from a modest beginning into the region's most comprehensive entertainment complex.
🏞️ Beautiful Minnesota River Valley Setting
Valleyfair's location provides:
- Scenic Minnesota River valley views from major attractions
- Natural beauty enhanced by mature trees and landscaping
- Four-season appeal with distinct seasonal character
- Convenient location serving Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area
🎢 Diverse Coaster Collection
🦎 Wild Thing (1996) - Hypercoaster featuring 207-foot height and 74 mph speeds through the Minnesota countryside with stunning valley views.
🐍 Steel Venom (2003) - Twisted impulse coaster with 185-foot towers launching riders forward and backward through inversions.
🌪️ Renegade (2007) - Wooden coaster utilizing natural terrain with multiple direction changes and airtime hills.
🔥 Excalibur (1989) - Historic mine train coaster featuring 100-foot lift hill and family-friendly thrills.
🌊 Soak City Water Park
Included with park admission, featuring:
- Breakers Bay - Wave pool with beach entry
- Power Tower - Four-story slide complex
- Whirlpool Springs - Relaxing hot tubs
- Various water slides and family attractions
🎃 ValleyScare Halloween Event
Minnesota's premier Halloween celebration featuring:
- Multiple haunted houses with different scare levels
- Scare zones throughout park
- Live entertainment and special Halloween shows
Attractions in Valleyfair
Wild Thing
🦎 Minnesota Hypercoaster with Valley Views
Wild Thing delivers classic hypercoaster thrills with a 207-foot height and 74 mph speeds while showcasing stunning views of the Minnesota River valley.
🏔️ Hypercoaster Excellence
- 207-foot height with panoramic Minnesota views
- 74 mph top speed through multiple airtime hills
- 5,460 feet of track providing sustained thrills
- Valley views from lift hill and throughout ride
🌊 Minnesota River Valley
- Scenic overlook of Minnesota countryside
- Natural beauty enhanced by river valley setting
- Four-season appeal with changing seasonal views
- Morgan hypercoaster engineering ensuring smooth ride
Classic hypercoaster design showcasing the natural beauty of Minnesota.