Knott's Berry Farm closes early due to heavy rain and gusty winds

Six Flags Magic Mountain also closes for the day due to the inclement weather.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, California has closed early on Monday, February 16th due to heavy rainfall and gusty winds in the area. The theme park was originally scheduled to be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. but will now close at 2 p.m. due to the inclement weather. Knott's sister park, Six Flags Magic Mountain, has also closed for the day due to the forecast of heavy rain and high winds.

Why it matters

Theme parks in Southern California rely on good weather to attract visitors, especially during holiday weekends like Presidents Day. The early closure of Knott's Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain due to the heavy rain and strong winds will likely impact attendance and revenue for the parks on what is typically a busy day.

The details

Knott's Berry Farm announced the early closure on Monday afternoon, citing the heavy rainfall and gusty winds reaching up to 40 mph in the Buena Park area. Select shops in the Knott's California Marketplace will remain open until 7 p.m., but the theme park itself will close at 2 p.m. Unused tickets dated for Monday can be used on any operating day through the end of 2026. Six Flags Magic Mountain also closed for the day due to the inclement weather forecast.

Knott's Berry Farm was originally scheduled to be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Knott's Berry Farm will now close early at 2 p.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026 due to the heavy rain and gusty winds.

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