Ripley's Believe It or Not! Christmas Park

📍 Hialeah, FL

★4.8(475 Google reviews)

Seasonal outdoor event running November through early January at Amelia Earhart Park. Rides, live shows, fairground games, Ripley's exhibits, and a Santa photo op all included with admission.

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🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children of all ages who want a festive outdoor event with variety. The combination of rides, oddity exhibits, and live shows keeps mixed-age groups engaged. The Santa photo opportunity makes it a strong pick for families wanting a holiday memory beyond a mall setting.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Buy tickets online before arriving — gate queues grow on weekends and holiday evenings

⏰Arrive at or near opening to tackle the most popular rides before crowds build

🎟️Dress in light layers — South Florida evenings in November and December can shift between warm and cool

🚗Check the official website closer to your visit date for the confirmed opening date and any schedule updates

Overview

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Christmas Park transforms Amelia Earhart Park in Hialeah into a full-scale holiday amusement park each season, running from mid-November through the first days of January. The event features rides for multiple age groups, Ripley's oddity exhibits, dazzling live shows, festive themed trails, midway games with prizes, and a dedicated Santa meet-and-greet photo experience. Food vendors serve classic fair fare throughout the grounds.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday17:00 – 00:00

Tuesday17:00 – 00:00

Wednesday17:00 – 00:00

Thursday17:00 – 00:00

Friday17:00 – 00:00

Saturday17:00 – 00:00

Sunday17:00 – 00:00

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