Step right up for the sweetest show of the season! The Candy Camp Circus is rolling into Jellystone Park™ with candy-coated fun, circus-style games, and whimsical treats for campers of all ages.
Friday Night
✨ Glow Hey‑Hey‑Heyride
Kick off the weekend with our brightest tradition! Enjoy a glowing, music‑filled hayride through Jellystone Park™ — be sure to wear your best glow gear and UV‑sensitive clothing so you shine your brightest as the trail lights up!
Saturday Morning
💲🎉 Candy Bingo
Start the day with sweet fun!
$1 per candy bag or bring your own individually wrapped candy to "pay" for each round.
Play for candy prizes, colorful treats, and sugary surprises.
Saturday Afternoon
🎪 Candy Camp Carnival
Step right up for classic circus games with a candy twist! Enjoy whip worm contest, Krazy Kitchen, and whimsical midway fun.
Saturday Night
💲🐻 Syrup-Circus Ice Cream Social
Cool off with a big top‑inspired ice cream party! Enjoy fun toppings, circus flair, and sweet treats to end the night.
$2 per bowl (purchase at event).
All Weekend
Let's see if you can beat the record! It's PAPER TOWEL TOWER weekend- help us collect wrapped paper towels for Lydia's Place, Asheboro's women with children shelter. Thanks for strengthening our community.
May 15, 2026
Pool is open daily- weekdays, upon request. PARK BANDS must be worn to enter. No life guard on duty. Read all rules before entering. No Glass, No Pets, No Alcohol, Thank you!
Location: Pool Gate Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Meet at Fun Central Station to check-in with staff before you start and find out the rules! You must have the Jellystone Park™ app to participate. Bring your phone back to the station once completed to win a prize.
Location: Fun Central Station Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Make sure you get registered for all the fun we have planned! All-inclusive activities still may need additional registration. We also have great memory-making additions!
Location: Fun Central Station Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Come color with one of our lovable bears! A fun chance to make art and memories together with our themed coloring sheets. Display your art at the Fun Guide Hut.
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Join us at the Cindy Bear™ Pavilion and choose from a variety of fabric items to decorate with special fabric markers.
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Sign up in advance at Fun Central Station. Ages 6+ (or 45" tall if younger). Blasters are available for under 6. Please wear a hat or bandana (bandanas available if needed).
Location: Laser Tag Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Do you speak BEAR? Come decipher the hints. The mayor of Gnormandy Village, Golden Gnorman the Gnome, has left his Gneighborhood. All the other gnomes would like you to help him find his way back! Come to the Loco-motive (near the pool) for clue regarding his whereabouts. He's tricky, but if you find him you can win a $10 store gift certificate and BRAGGING RIGHTS!
Location: LOCO-Motive Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Gnorman is the Mayor of Gnormandy Village (located off creek run trail). He's hiding somewhere in the park- that's 130 acres! If you find him you'll win $10 and bragging rights. Hints are given at all the bear visits until someone finds him. If you find him call 336-964-5923 to bring him home. Hunt continues until he is found.
Location: All-Park Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Come see all the fun glow trinkets we have available to light up your night!
Location: Pool Gate Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
MUST HAVE PARK BAND: One FREE s'more (while supplies last) at the LOCO-Motive next to Cindy Bear™ Pavilion !
Location: LOCO-Motive Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
We will show the Yogi Bear™ cartoons while you wait for for your hayride spot! Bench seating provided
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Wear your pajamas and sing "goodnight, sleeptight" with us with one of the bears as we go around the pond on our haywagon. Recommended for littles and those with early bedtimes.
Location: Loading Station (next to pavilion) Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
There will be stations setup in Cindy Bear™ Pavilion to get your face painted with UV reactive paint. Choose your colors and "Dots or Stripes!"
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Loading Station is next to Cindy Bear Pavilion. This is a mobile dance party you don't wanna miss! Put on your glow items and black light sensitive clothing for this fun parade around the park. We will have a blast with sing-a-longs on our hay wagon. Glow items can be purchased at the Ranger Station or at the event! NOTES: Due to variation in sunset times, the ride leaves when it's dim enough for glow to be enjoyed fully. Games will be played with staff between rides at the pavilion.
Location: Loading Station Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
To help everyone stay well-rested and ready to keep up with Yogi Bear™, please dim bright lights and keep voices and music at a low level during quiet hours. When using the trails, be mindful of headlights and music near campsites. Jumping Pillow opens at 9am. Thank you for helping keep Jellystone Park™ peaceful for all our campers!
Location: Everywhere Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
May 16, 2026
Make sure you get registered for all the fun we have planned! All-inclusive activities still may need additional registration. We also have great memory-making additions!
Location: Fun Central Station Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Pool is open daily- weekdays, upon request. PARK BANDS must be worn to enter. No life guard on duty. Read all rules before entering. No Glass, No Pets, No Alcohol, Thank you!
Location: Pool Gate Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Bring your pots and pans, bring your cowbells, or just your ear-piercing-heart-attack-inducing screams. We're gonna make some noise! Those bears have slept long enough. Free photo opportunity after event!
Location: Bear Den Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
V.I.B. Experience! Want to enjoy the bear den with just YOU and one of the bears? Come watch a cartoon with Yogi Bear™ or Boo Boo™. Guests will have the chance to relax in the cool bear den. Get a souvenir photo with the bear on his couch. Settle in, have a snack, and watch a cartoon episode. You'll get to sign the official guest book too. $25/4 people ($5 each additional person, up to 8 total) Sign ups are limited. See Ranger Station to purchase this memorable experience. Character selection subject to availability.
Location: Bear Den Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
$5/ tattoo. Choose a sparkling design and let our staff create a fun, glittery tattoo. OVER 80 designs for all styles and ages
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Start the day with sweet fun! $1 per candy bag or BRING YOUR OWN individually wrapped candy to "pay" for each round. Play for candy prizes, colorful treats, and sugary surprises.
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Come play various games for all ages at the pillow
Location: Playfield Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Step right up for classic circus games with a candy twist! Enjoy whip worm contest, Krazy Kitchen, and whimsical midway fun.
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Sign up in advance at Fun Central Station. Ages 6+ (or 45" tall if younger). Blasters are available for under 6. Please wear a hat or bandana (bandanas available if needed).
Location: Laser Tag Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Tie-Dye opportunity at the Cindy Bear Pavilion. T-shirts, Bandanas, and Hats available. Items range from $6-$20. Bring your own item $5. Purchases can be made at event. Cash or Card.
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Cool off with a big top‑inspired ice cream party! Enjoy fun toppings, circus flair, and sweet treats to end the night. $2 per bowl (purchase at event).
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
When the sun goes down, the pit lights up! Come challenge the staff.
Location: Gaga Ball Pit Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
To help everyone stay well-rested and ready to keep up with Yogi Bear™, please dim bright lights and keep voices and music at a low level during quiet hours. When using the trails, be mindful of headlights and music near campsites. Jumping Pillow opens at 9am. Thank you for helping keep Jellystone Park™ peaceful for all our campers!
Location: Everywhere Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
May 17, 2026
Sign up in Advance at Ranger Station or Fun Central Station to have breakfast delivered to your campsite- Cereal, Milk and disposable items will be given to you by one of our Jellystone Park™Pals.
Location: Site Specific Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Ranger Smith™ has to make his rounds this morning, but he will stop by Bruin Grounds to say hello! Every ranger needs some coffee. FREE Photo Opportunity
Location: Bruin Grounds Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Various games for all ages played at the jumping pillow for all ages. Bear will stop by for a free photo opportunity
Location: Playfield Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Come play a game with a bear before you leave the park! Free Photo Opportunity!
Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar
Checking In? Don't forget to grab a Yogi Bear™ Coloring sheet!
Location: Ranger Station Candy Camp Circus WeekendAdd to my calendar