Going to Cedar Point...

I'm going to Cedar Point sometime in early Aug. and I was wondering what 2 days are best to go?(as in lines shorest)
And what is a good "and not to expensive" hotel to stay at? I would like to stay at one of those hotels where you get to go into the park early.
Any suggestions??

Go for 3 and buy a season pass, I'd suggest. Then you can go back for a day trip whenever you want. Plus you save moneyz.

As for the days, I'd suggest middle of the week, Tuesday/Wednesday and such.

Go to the Breakers :)

The thing is I don't think I would come back this year because I live way over here in Minnesota. *** Edited 7/6/2005 5:49:28 PM UTC by Rapter Rocks!***

You could always get a pass from Valleyfair (or use your CP one at VF). I went last August, its actually a really nice park with a very good collection of rides.

This would give you a good reason for splurging on the season pass. Looking at Google maps, its only about 1:40 from Rochester to Shakopee (depending on where you actually live and how you drive). VF could be worth one or two days a year, and combine that with a 2-3 day trip to CP and passes become a little bit more reasonable.

Go on a sunday,it not that crowded then.

For two days, I would suggest just avoiding Friday and Saturday. I would probably pick Wednesday-Thursday if I could choose.

For early entry, your cheapest choice is Breakers Express. But I highly recommend Hotel Breakers for the convenience of being within short walking distance to the park. I'll tell you what I tell everybody. Compare the total cost of your trip staying at Hotel Breakers with the total cost staying somewhere else, and ask yourself how significant the difference in price really is.

Whatever you do, don't sell yourself short. Early ride time is truly priceless. Stay at a Cedar Point resort!

If you *must* go in august, go the last 2 week days, since a lot of kids will be in school by then.

I'm staying at LHP (Lighthouse Point) August 29 and 30!!! I can't wait because I am anticipating short lines. It's been 2 years since I stayed at a Cedar Point resort, I'm looking forward to it. Thank God I don't go back to school until September 6th! Good ol' Canada.

I'm going on those dates as well Vince. Let's hope for nice weather and small crowds like the ones I experienced opening week.This will be my third trip from all the way up here in Northern Ontario as I am also going in three days from now.Can't wait !!!!!!!!!!

September 6th! You are so lucky! I start August 24th. I think all schools should start after Labor Day every year.

Same here I don't go back to school till the 6th or 7th. Good ol' New York. lol

yeah i also don't go back to school until the sixth of september and i'm going for four days to the point and i can't wait

Kyle Dersch said,

If you *must* go in august, go the last 2 week days, since a lot of kids will be in school by then.

Going to Cedar Point on the last days of august isn't such a good idea because it will be really packed because everyone will want to get that last CP trip in before school starts.

Or just go when you think you should
*** Edited 7/7/2005 8:41:18 PM UTC by tophat***

I go the weekend after Labor weekend. Past trips have shown this to be a very light weekend for crowds. :) The summer season is over and Halloweekends haven't started yet.

Sweet!

MrScott

Yeah I'm going to Cedar Point on the last Sunday of Halloweekends because lines are very shorrrrrrrt. Walk-on every ride but MF and TTD. I start Aug. 28. My rival school starts like Aug. 13 or 14. SUCKS TO BE THEM!!! lol

I have a question. I didn't want to start a new topic, so I will ask it in here. Hopefully that is ok.

Where is the best place to buy a Two-Day ticket to Cedar Point? Does Meijer sell it cheaper than the $67 2-day gate price?

Yes, I believe that they do. Call your local Meijer for pricing.

MrScott

Thanks Mr. Scott

I just called my local Meijer and they said:

2 Day Ride and Slide Ticket is $64.95

1 Weekday CP Ticket : $34.95

1 Weekend CP Ticket: $37.95

Too bad you won't save enough to even by a pop...

MrScott

Yeah, do you have to buy a card or be a member or something to get that discount? Isn't there a meijer down the street from CP on Milan Rd.?