Free Admission for First Responders & Linemen

In honor of those who have graciously served our communities in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, First Responders and Linemen will receive FREE admission* every operating day through October 27.

Come enjoy some family-friendly fun every Friday through Sunday during Great Pumpkin LumiNights and the Pumpkin Spice Festival, including 170 acres of rides, exciting shows, and exotic animals! Experience endless entertainment all day, delicious autumn-inspired delights around the park, and towering pumpkin sculptures that glow by night.

This offer is available on-park only with a valid employment ID or proof of employment.

*Free admission applies to individuals who are recognized as “first responders” by the United States First Responder Association and those employed as linemen. A list of eligible professions is available at WildAdventures.com. Offer not available online. Offers cannot be upgraded to a Season Pass and are not eligible for “Next Day Free” offer. Other terms and conditions apply. Expires 10/27/24.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answering your questions on our Free 1-Day Admission for First Responders and Linemen.

Wild Adventures recognizes first responders as defined by the online support organization ID.me, and those professions include:
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
Police Officers (Federal, State, and Local) - Active & Retired
Sheriff / Sheriff's Deputy
Correctional Officer
State Trooper
Federal Law Enforcement Officer (for example, Customs & Border Protection Officer, Air Marshal, etc.)
Park Police & Park Rangers
Probation & Parole Officers
Bridge and Tunnel Officers
Detention Officers
Railroad Police Officers
School Resource Officers
Auxiliary & Reserve Sheriff Deputy or Police Officers
Animal Control Officers who are credentialed as a Law Enforcement Officer
Fire Marshals who are certified Law Enforcement Officers
Court Bailiffs/Court Officers (must be hold law enforcement credentials)
FIREFIGHTERS
Career Firefighter (Federal, State, and Local)
Wild-land firefighter/ Prescribed fire burn manager
Volunteer Firefighter
Fire Marshal
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Paramedic
Medical Helicopter Pilot
Flight Nurse
911 DISPATCHERS
Police, Sheriff, Fire or EMS Dispatcher
Fire Communications Officer
Public Safety Telecommunicator

No, they do not.

First Responders and Linemen will need to provide a valid employment ID or proof of employment, along with a photo ID.

Any proof of employment. Valid work ID or a recent pay stub that verifies employment as a linemen or first responder.

No, this offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions

No, this offer is exclusively to the linemen and first responders.

Yes, this offer can be used within the promotion dates (October 11-27), and present proof of employment each time

Unfortunately, without proper identification or proof of employment, we won’t be able to grant free admission.

Full access to the park & Great Pumpkin Luminights. Offer excludes Pumpkin Spice Festival and paid rides/games.

Only linemen and first responders are eligible for free admission.Show less

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