Park Policies

The following policies represent a sample of rules and regulations set forth by Canobie Lake Park Management

Additional rules or policies may be posted at the Park Entrance, throughout the property, and/or given verbally by Park Management, Security Officers or other Park Representatives.

Park Policies

Throughout Your Visit

  • Failure to comply with rules or regulations posted throughout the Park and/or verbal instructions of Park personnel are cause for dismissal from Park property with no refund.
  • Line jumping is NOT permitted. Any guest who line jumps, regardless of the reason, may be asked to leave the Park with no refund. Canobie Lake Park defines line jumping as:
    • Cutting in front of other guests already waiting in line.
    • Leaving a line, then attempting to re-enter at the same point. This includes using the restroom or purchasing food or drink, we suggest you make all stops before you enter a line.
  • Canobie Lake Park is a smoke-free facility. Smoking is only permitted at Designated Areas throughout the property. For a complete list of Designated Smoking Areas visit Guest Services or view any Park map on the grounds.
  • Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase inside the Park. Alcohol purchased at a specific location/ restaurant must be consumed or discarded within the perimeter of that location/ restaurant. Only individuals presenting their valid state issued photo ID who are 21 years of age and older are permitted to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages while on Park property. One valid photo ID must be presented per person, per beverage being purchased regardless of age. That photo ID must remain readily available to be presented upon request.
    • Intoxicated guests will be removed from the Park grounds without a refund.
    • Alcoholic beverages of any type may not be brought onto Park property.
  • The Park is also not responsible for any damage to vehicles in the parking lot.
  • Canobie Lake Park is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
  • Due to the large volume of Guests, the Park does not offer paging.
  • Children must be supervised at all times.
  • Hand stamps are required for same day re-entry. Hand stamps are only issued inside the Park when exiting. Ticket stubs and receipts are not valid for re-entry to the Park. 
  • If you begin to feel ill or find that you require medical assistance, please visit our conveniently located First Aid Center behind the Carousel at the front of the Park. Emergency Medical Technicians are available during normal Park operating hours to offer first aid and other quick remedies.
  • Flash photography and video recording is not permitted at any live show on the Village Stage, Midway Stage or inside the Dancehall Theater
  • The use of camera phones, video recorders or still photography cameras is prohibited in restrooms & changing rooms.

Park Policies

  • Canobie Lake Park reserves the right to inspect all bags, containers, purses, persons, parcels, etc. as a condition of entry into this facility.
  • All Guests are subject to security screenings including the use of walkthrough and/or handheld metal detectors. If you elect not to consent to these screenings, you will be denied entry into the Park.
    • Weapons of any kind and illegal substances are not permitted.  If these items are found during a search, the items and the individual may be turned over to law enforcement.
    • Canobie Lake Park will not hold or store non-permitted items during your stay.
  • Shirts and shoes must be worn to enter the Park AND in ALL Park areas unless otherwise posted.
  • Canobie Lake Park is a family Park and reserves the right to require a cover up or to not permit certain articles of clothing when it is deemed offensive and/or inappropriate including profanity, offensive language or imagery. This is done entirely at the discretion of Park management.
  • Food or picnic lunches, beverages, coolers, lawn/beach chairs and glass containers are not permitted inside the Park.
  • Guests may picnic at their vehicles only. Due to local fire regulations, grilling with open flame (i.e. gas grills, charcoal grills, etc.) or blocking of aisles, roadways, emergency gates, etc. is prohibited in the parking lot.
  • Profanity and abusive language are not permitted.
  • Dogs are permitted to enter the Park so long as they are not of an aggressive nature and must remain on a leash at all times.
    • Dogs are not permitted on attraction, building or restaurant unless specifically noted (see Attraction Guidebook available at Guest Services for details on service animals).
    • Dog owners are responsible for cleanup.
  • The Park does not offer rain checks, refunds or exchanges – including in the event of inclement weather.
  • Rides, games, shows, restaurants or other attractions may be closed due to weather conditions (rain, high winds or thunderstorms), required maintenance or other causes. We will attempt to re-open any closed attraction as soon as safely possible. There are no refunds due to weather or attraction closures.
  • Park hours are subject to change without notice, especially in the event of inclement weather.
  • By entering the Park, each individual guest gives Canobie Lake Park the right to photograph, video or audio record themselves and those under their guardianship for any reason with no expected payment or consideration.
  • Professional photography or video/audio equipment or any equipment used in the gathering of images, video or audio to be used for commercial purposes requires the prior arrangement and approval of Canobie Lake Park. All attractions and shows are protected by copyright and prior written permission is required for any commercial use including broadcasting, advertising or publishing on any medium.
  • To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all guests, the operation or use of any Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) on, from or above Canobie Lake Park property is prohibited, absent specific written permission. This includes all UAVs (commonly known as “drones”), regardless of their size, weight or purpose. 
  • Weapons of any kind (including firearms, knives, pepper spray, studded wristbands, chains, or any other items which can be used as weapons) and illegal substances are strictly prohibited.
  • Rollerblades, skateboards, roller sneakers, and scooters are not permitted on Canobie Lake Park property, including our parking lots.
  • Tickets to the Park are not to be resold.
  • Solicitation or distribution of any materials without expressed written permission is prohibited on Park property.

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