--- title: Adventureland Park slug: adventureland-tickets-des-moines type: attraction sub_type: theme parks source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/adventureland-tickets-des-moines city: Altoona state: IA country: US address: 3200 Adventureland Drive geo: lat: 41.65181 lng: -93.50031 cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T16:47:39.008Z price_from: amount: 42.99 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4 count: 737 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Any-Day Admission price: 42.99 regular_price: 69.99 savings: 27 ticket_types: - name: All Ages (4+ yrs) min_age: 4 --- ## Overview Adventureland Iowa park, located 20 minutes from Des Moines in Altoona, Iowa, features over 100 rides and attractions for all ages, including thrilling coasters, a water park, live shows, and seasonal events. ## What's Included - Admission to Adventureland Park with access to over 100 rides and attractions - Access to Adventure Bay water park with twisting slides, lazy river, wave pools, and splash areas - Live shows and seasonal events like Phantom Fall Fest and Oktoberfest ## What's Not Included - Parking fees ## Ticket Options - **Any-Day Admission** — $42.99 (regularly $69.99, save $27.00) This Adventureland ticket includes general admission and unlimited rides on the day of visit between May 16, 2026 and July 3, 2026. Ticket is also valid for Adventure Bay Water Park (when in season) but not for private and special events. - All Ages (4+ yrs) ## Good to Know * Located in Altoona, 20 minutes north of Des Moines. * Family-friendly park with rides, attractions, and live entertainment. * Features thrilling coasters like Dragon Slayer, Tornado, and Outlaw. * Kiddie rides available; ages 3 and under enter free. * Accepts cashless payments only; cash-to-card kiosks available. * Wheelchairs and electric scooters for rent at Main Street Marketplace. * Seasonal events include Phantom Fall Fest and Oktoberfest. * Minors need an adult (age 21+) with ID after 4:00 PM. * Adventureland only accepts card payments, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. Cash is not accepted. * Guests ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult at least age 21 with a valid ID to enter after 4:00 PM. * Each guest may bring one (1) bag with a maximum size of 15” x 15” x 15” (summer) and 8" x 5" x 2" (fall). * Only unopened bottled water, sports drinks, and soft-sided coolers from outside are permitted. * Outside food, alcohol, hard coolers, and glass containers are prohibited. * Only ADA-defined service animals are allowed, must be leashed, and may be restricted from rides. * Strollers and wagons are allowed; stroller rentals available at the Old Fire Station on Main Street. * Lockers available for rent in Adventure Bay with three electronic size options; no security deposit required. * Parking is pay-to-park; keep your parking ticket to re-enter. * You can leave and return the same day with a hand stamp and parking ticket receipt. ## FAQs ### Where is Adventureland? Adventureland is located about 11 miles northeast of downtown Des Moines at 3200 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009. ### Do you have to pay for parking at Adventureland? Yes, Adventureland has a pay-to-park system for standard and preferred parking. ### Does Adventureland have a water park? Yes, Adventure Bay is a gigantic water park located within Adventureland Resort. ### When does Adventureland open? Adventureland Iowa's season runs May through October. Operating days and hours vary throughout the season. Please check the park's operating calendar in the ticket section above for operating hours during your travel date range. Please note that inclement weather can cause the park to adjust operating hours for the safety of guests and staff. ### Can I leave and come back the same day at no charge? Yes! Don’t forget your hand stamp before you leave at the main gate. As for parking, be sure to keep your parking ticket receipt that you received upon arrival. Show it to the parking lot attendant when you return. Your parking lot ticket/receipt is valid for one day only. ### Can I bring my own stroller to Adventureland? Yes, of course! Strollers and wagons are both allowed in Adventureland. Strollers are also available for rent at the Old Fire Station located on Main Street, just past the park entrance. ### Where can I store my items while on a ride? Loose items not permitted on rides should always be left with a non-rider or in your car. Select rides offer designated areas to leave your belongings while you are on the ride. Please note that Adventureland assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen items. ### Are there lockers available for rent? Yes, lockers are available for rent in Adventure Bay. All lockers are electronic, and you’ll have three (3) different sizes to choose from. No security deposit is required, and locker rentals are available on a single-day basis only. ### What types of payment does Adventureland accept? Adventureland only accepts card payments, Apple Pay and Google Pay. These include all major credit and debit card providers (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover) and prepaid cards. Cash is not accepted. Guests can convert cash into a prepaid card at cash-to-card kiosks conveniently located throughout Adventureland (Front Gate, Guest Services, by the Lighthouse, and the Kokomo store). ### What is the chaperone policy? Guests ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult at least age 21 with a valid ID to enter the park after 4:00 PM. Minors must be under the supervision of adults at all times. The park does not assume any responsibility or liability for unattended minors. ### What is the bag policy? Each guest is only allowed to bring one (1) bag with a maximum size of 15” x 15” x 15” (summer season) and 8" x 5" x 2" (fall season) into the park. ### Can I bring food or drinks? Only unopened bottled water and sports drinks, and soft-sided coolers from outside are permitted into the park. Outside food, alcohol, hard coolers, and glass containers are not allowed to be brought inside. Food and alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. ### Can I bring a pet? Only ADA-defined service animals are allowed in the park. They must remain leashed and with their owner at all times. Service animals may be restricted from most rides. ## Reviews > "bad food, fun rides." > — 838lilyj, June 06, 2026 > "Disappointed" > — Maintenanceworker, May 25, 2026 > "Boring" > — kristinatL9959RM, January 30, 2026 > "Do not come to Adventureland" > — giselebO5398TH, January 04, 2026 > "Don’t come here" > — V2077VEpaiged, October 21, 2025