Kentucky Kingdom and Newport Aquarium Announce New Partnership to Bring More Fun to Guests

Kentucky Kingdom Season Passholders now eligible for 50% off Newport Aquarium Day Tickets

Louisville, KY (July 1, 2025) – Just in time for peak summer travel, Kentucky Kingdom is teaming up with Herschend sister property, Newport Aquarium to launch a brand-new offer that gives season passholders the opportunity to dive into even more family fun at half the price. Starting today, passholders can enjoy 50% off general admission to Newport Aquarium, located just under two hours from Louisville.

This partnership is the first-ever collaboration between the two regional attractions, providing a unique way for guests to enjoy a theme and water park experience on land and an underwater adventure all in one season, all on one tank of gas.

"We are so excited to team up with Newport Aquarium to give our guests a new way to explore and have fun just a short drive away," said Sarah Worrell, General Manager of Kentucky Kingdom. "This partnership lets us offer even more value to families while staying true to what we both do best: creating memories worth repeating.”

Passholders can redeem their discount by showing a valid Kentucky Kingdom gold or diamond season pass at the Newport Aquarium ticket window. Discounted tickets can also be purchased online in advance using promo code KYKING at the official offer page. Guests are strongly encouraged to reserve tickets in advance online, as daily capacity limits apply, especially on weekends and during peak hours. The Kentucky Kingdom season pass must be presented at entry alongside the ticket purchased. This offer may not be combined with any other offer or discount.

With this offer, guests can experience all of Newport Aquarium’s offerings including Shark Summer and the new exhibit “Jellies: Go With The Flow” where guests can dive into the shimmering world of nature’s most fascinating creatures. This gallery features six species of jellyfish that float, pulse, and glow, offering a spellbinding dance of nature’s artistry.

As Herschend’s collection of family-focused brands continues to grow, so does its commitment to delivering meaningful, connected experiences for guests. This new partnership between Kentucky Kingdom and Newport Aquarium reflects that vision by bringing together two of Kentucky’s most beloved attractions to offer season passholders and members an unprecedented benefit. By creating opportunities for guests to enjoy more value across multiple properties, Herschend is not only adding new rides and exhibits, but also deepening the guest experience in ways that help families make memories worth repeating.

About Kentucky Kingdom

Kentucky Kingdom is part of Herschend’s collection of family brands. Herschend is the world’s largest family-owned themed attractions company, with a portfolio of more than four dozen properties, including destinations, resorts, theme parks, water parks, immersive experiences, and content enjoyed by audiences worldwide.

While each brand is unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Together, we love in all we do, every day—caring for one another, welcoming our guests with warmth, and making a positive difference in our communities. For more information, visit www.herschendenterprises.com.

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