The No-Regrets Countdown: Must-Dos Before 2027

Before 2027 arrives, make time for a few Buena Park experiences worth checking off your list. From iconic theme park thrills and free attractions to dinner shows, award-winning dining, and fun nights out, there are plenty of reasons to explore SoCal’s Fun City before the year ends.

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8. Sing Your Way into the New Year
Gather your friends for a night of karaoke at EKO Karaoke Lounge, located inside The Source OC. Book a private room, pick your favorite songs, and take turns at the mic. It’s a fun way to wrap up a Buena Park night.

7. Explore The Source OC
Explore The Source OC, Buena Park’s Koreatown destination for shopping, Korean dining, and entertainment. Stop by Photogram OC for a self-portrait photo session, or bring the little ones to PlayPie, an indoor playground where kids can climb, play, and burn off some energy.

6. Treat Yourself to a Little Self-Care
Make time for some relaxation before the year ends. Unwind with a rejuvenating massage at Elevation Spa Beauty Salon, discover the latest Korean skincare and beauty products at ARITAUM, or create a custom fragrance at Daniel's Truth, where you can blend your own signature scent and take home your personalized perfume. You can also shop their collection of fragrances for a unique Buena Park souvenir.

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5. Hit the Trails at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park
Enjoy some fresh air at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park, where three hiking trails offer options for different experience levels. Take in the scenic surroundings, enjoy a peaceful walk, or explore the park's Interpretive Center, home to prehistoric fossils and a 9-million-year-old baleen whale skeleton.

4. Try Buena Park's Award-Winning Dining
From iconic comfort food to international flavors, Buena Park has plenty to satisfy your appetite. Enjoy famous fried chicken and boysenberry pie at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant, Cuban pastries and savory bites at Porto’s Bakery, or Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches at Portillo’s. For a Michelin-recognized meal, visit Ramen & Tsukemen TAO, a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand selection known for its ramen and dipping noodles. Explore more dining options on our Buena Park dining page.

3. Make Dinner the Main Event
Turn an evening out into an experience with one of Buena Park’s three signature dinner shows. Cheer on knights during Medieval Times, enjoy pirate battles and stunts at Pirates Dinner Adventure, or solve an interactive mystery over dinner at The Speakeasy Murder Mystery Dinner Show.

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2. Discover Buena Park's Free Attractions
Some memorable experiences won’t cost you a thing. Visit Knott’s Independence Hall, a free, brick-by-brick replica of Philadelphia’s historic landmark. Explore the replica Liberty Bell, presidential artifacts, and exhibits celebrating American history. You can also explore Buena Park’s historic district, where preserved buildings dating back to the 1800s offer a glimpse into the city’s past.

1. Spend a Day at Knott's Berry Farm
No Buena Park bucket list is complete without Knott’s Berry Farm. Take on thrilling roller coasters, enjoy family-friendly rides, and catch live entertainment throughout the park. In Ghost Town, try your hand at the Pan for Gold experience, pose for a fun old-timey photo, and sample boysenberry treats. Buena Park is the birthplace of the boysenberry, after all. Early risers can also look for the breakfast burrito tucked away on the park’s secret menu—a tasty little find worth getting there early for.

Make Buena Park Your Next Must-Do
With more than a dozen affordable and comfortable hotels, Buena Park has a stay to fit a variety of travel needs and budgets. Hotel amenities include on-site restaurants, complimentary hot breakfast, spacious suites, pet-friendly rooms, Starbucks coffee, and complimentary shuttle transportation to Knott’s Berry Farm and Disneyland at participating properties. Order your FREE Buena Park Travel Guide for more ideas, or meet Berry, Buena Park’s AI trip planner, to create your next getaway.

The No-Regrets Countdown: Must-Dos Before 2027

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