The theme park isn’t officially open because of the ongoing pandemic, but Knott’s Berry Farm will still be giving Californians a chance to have some holiday fun with a “Taste of Merry Farm” event that will run on select dates throughout the holiday season.

The theme park, which is in Buena Park, California, is hosting the event, which will feature a craft beer and food festival, as well as holiday decorations, on 31 select dates from Nov. 20-Jan. 3. The event, which requires advanced ticket purchases, will use the park’s food venues, but rides and attractions will remain closed, The OC Register reports.

While they are not open to the public in other ways, Knott’s Berry Farm isn’t the only place to announce plans over the holidays. Here is how amusement parks in other states are planning to (safely) celebrate the holiday season.

Dollywood: Pigeon Forge, TN

A Smoky Mountain Christmas, which will feature, lights, fireworks and shows like “Appalachian Christmas,” “Christmas in the Smokies,” and “O’Holy Night,” will begin Nov. 7. Reservations and advanced ticket purchases are required for guaranteed entry into the park.

Hershey Park: Hershey, PA

The Hershey Park Christmas Candylane event will take place (with advanced reservations) on select dates from Nov. 13-Jan.3. 2021. The event will feature themed shows and decorations, as well as a newly expanded viewing platform for guests to see both Santa and his reindeer.

Sea World Parks: San Antonio, TX; San Diego, CA; Orlando, FL

All three parks will be doing the Christmas Celebration event from Nov. 21-Dec. 31 in Orlando, Nov. 13-Jan. 4 in San Diego and Nov. 21-Jan. 3 in San Antonio, which is included in park admission.

Sesame Place: Langhorne, PA

Youngsters with advanced reservations can celebrate at A Very Furry Christmas, taking place from Nov. 21-Jan. 3. The event will also feature the “1-2-3 Christmas Tree Show” as well as a Sesame Place Furry Express train ride through the Twiddlebugs’ Gingerbread Cookie Factory.

Silver Dollar City: Brandon, MO

An Old Time Christmas will take place from Nov. 7-Dec. 30 and will feature both a Christmas in Midtown Light Spectacular and a nightly light parade.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas: San Antonio, TX

From Nov. 21-Jan. 3, parkgoers can enjoy magical experiences aboard the Holiday Express, photos with the Singing Saps, a show “Majesty of Christmas.” and a walk-through “Santa’s Cottage” experience.

Six Flags Great Adventure: Jackson, NJ

Holiday in the Park, from Nov. 14-Jan. 1, will feature light shows and other events.

Six Flags Great America: Gurnee, IL

Details aren’t concrete, but the park expects to start the event on Nov. 27 as a “special light and holiday experience.”

Six Flags Over Georgia: Austell, GA

Holiday in the Park, which will include A Main Street Christmas, Peppermint Plaza and holiday rides, takes place Nov. 21-Jan. 3.

Six Flags St. Louis: St. Louis, MO

A winter wonderland is set to take over on select dates from Nov. 21-Jan. 3.

Universal Studios Orlando: Orlando, FL

Among the ways to celebrate from Nov. 14-Jan. 3 are transformations in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, a Holiday Parade and a live retelling of “The Grinch.”

Walt Disney World: Lake Buena Vista, FL

From Nov. 6-Dec. 30, the Happiest Place on Earth will become the Most Merry Place on Earth—with plenty of special events and festive décor planned.

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