Many rides at Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun are dynamic and thrilling. There are inherent risks in riding any amusement ride. For your protection, each ride is rated for its special features, such as high speed, steep drops, sharp turns or other dynamic forces. If you choose to ride, you accept all of these risks. Restrictions for guests of extreme size (height or weight) are posted at certain rides. Guests with disabilities should refer to our Ride Admission Policy available at Guest Relations. Participate responsibly. You should be in good health to ride safely. You know your physical conditions and limitations, Worlds of Fun & Oceans of Fun do not. If you suspect your health could be at risk for any reason, or you could aggravate a preexisting condition of any kind, DO NOT RIDE!
Missouri Stature RSMO 316.230 requires that riders obey all warnings and directions regarding all rides and behave in a manner that will not cause injury to themselves or contribute to the injury of others. Failure to comply may lead to ejection from the park and is a state misdemeanor.
Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun's definition of a responsible person is one who meets all of the requirements to ride the ride itself, is 16 years of age or older and demonstrates appropriate observed behavior.
The 2007 Rider Safety Guide provides Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun guests with information regarding the ride regulations, guest services, park policies, and special services for guests with disabilities. A hard copy of the 2007 Rider Safety Guide is available at the Guest Relations Office located at the Main Entrance of both Parks.
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What are the guidelines on dress and behavior at Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun?
In keeping with the family image of Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun, we require guests to wear appropriate clothing while in the Parks. Profanity, illegal substances, and suggestive or offensive clothing are prohibited.
Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times and swimwear sufficiently covered while at Worlds of Fun.
Bathing suits and bikinis are appropriate dress only at Oceans of Fun. Clothing with zippers, rivets, buckles, etc. is not appropriate swimwear at Oceans of Fun. Diaper dependant individuals are required to wear a waterproof diaper cover at Oceans of Fun.
Weapons are never permitted on Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun property. Use of cameras and/or cell phones are not permitted inside the park restrooms and bathhouses. Some rides may require the removal of t-shirts and eyeglasses.
To ensure that all guests have a fair opportunity to enjoy a ride as quickly as possible, line jumping is not allowed at Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun. Line jumping, regardless of the reason, may lead to ejection from the Parks. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun defines line jumping as:
- Cutting in front of other guests who are already in line; or
- Saving a place for someone ; or
- Leaving a line, then attempting to re-enter at the same point.
Since this includes using restrooms or purchasing food or drink, we suggest you make all stops before you enter the line.
What happens when it rains at Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun
Most rides and attractions remain in operation despite rain. For your safety, certain rides and attractions may be closed due to rain, lightning, high winds, extreme temperatures, maintenance, and other reasons. We re-open closed rides and attractions as soon as possible. We suggest visiting other attractions and checking back later. No rain checks or refunds.
Can I leave Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun and re-enter that day?
If you plan to leave Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun and return later that day, ask the ticket taker at the re-admission turnstile to stamp your hand. Guests will not be allowed to re-enter either Park without a hand stamp. Be sure to keep your parking receipt if you take your car from the parking lot so you can re-enter without charge. Vehicles left overnight may be towed at owner's expense.
Can I bring food or drink into Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun
Guests may bring unopened bottles of water into the park. However, for everyone's safety, guests are not permitted to bring coolers, food, or other drinks into either Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun. Shaded picnic areas are available outside the Park Gates between parking lots D and F at Worlds of Fun and just outside the admissions gate at Oceans of Fun.
If you plan to leave Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun to use the picnic facilities, ask the ticket taker at the re-admission turnstile to stamp your hand. The hand stamp will allow re-entry into the park later that same day. Guests will not be allowed to re-enter either Park without a hand stamp.
How does Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun handle lost people and lost articles?
To prevent your group from becoming separated during your visit, we suggest you arrange a specific time and place for your group to meet prior to entering Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun. Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun do not offer personalized public paging. If a child becomes separated from your group, we suggest you contact one of the Worlds of Fun Security Personnel or go to the Guest Relations Office at the main Entrance for assistance.
All items found at Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun are turned into our Guest Relations office at each Park's Main Entrance. If you lose an item on a ride, we will search for the article as soon as it is possible. In order to keep the ride in operation, an immediate search may not be possible.
Where are the Guest Relations Windows and First Aid Stations located at Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun?
You may visit Guest Relations just outside the Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun Main Entrance for more information during your visit.
First Aid stations are located just inside the Worlds of Fun Main Entrance and adjacent to the Surf City wave pool inside Oceans of Fun. Both stations are staffed by EMTs during park hours. Refrigeration for medication is available at First Aid.
What is Rider Swap?
If you have small children and want to ride some of the rides that have a minimum height requirement but have no provisions for child care while you do, one responsible person may wait with the child on the midway near the exit while the rest of the party enters the line. The party waiting should notify the ride ambassador that the group is taking part in Rider Swap. When the party in line has ridden and exited, the person who waited with the child may ride, entering the ride through the exit. Accommodations can also be made for groups with a disabled rider. Due to the design of attractions at Oceans of Fun, Rider Swap may not be available on all rides
Is smoking permitted at the Parks?
For those who wish to smoke, there are eight designated smoking areas throughout Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun. Smoking is permitted at the following clearly labeled areas only:
- Worlds of Fun - patio in front of All-Stars Grill, the Ripcord observation deck near the entrance to Patriot, the midway outside the Camp Snoopy entrance, the rear patio are outside of Coasters Drive-In, the upper and lower patio of ZardaQ in Americana, and the lake deck near Sea Dragon
- Oceans of Fun - Castaway Cove/Jim Bob's Belly Up Bar (Adult Pool), and the left rear patio area at Hot Dogger near Surf City Wave Pool
Additionally, smoking is not permitted at indoor restaurants, theatres, gift shops, and arcades.
