Kick off summer the Jellystone Park™ way with our Red, White & Pools celebration! The pools officially open for the season, and we're making a splash with our water slide, Wibits, and all your favorite aquatic adventures. Spend the long weekend soaking up the sunshine, diving into family games, and enjoying patriotic fun around every corner.
We'll also take time to honor the true meaning of Memorial Day with gratitude and remembrance for the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Look for special moments throughout the weekend to pause, reflect, and pay tribute together as a community.
We'll also take time to honor the true meaning of Memorial Day with gratitude and remembrance for the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Look for special moments throughout the weekend to pause, reflect, and pay tribute together as a community.
The excitement continues with a live band performance, perfect for dancing, relaxing, and celebrating the start of summer together. From festive crafts and backyard-style competitions to poolside activities and big-time bear visits, this is the ultimate Memorial Day weekend getaway.
Join us for a star-spangled celebration filled with music, water fun, and memories made under the red, white, and blue!
Skip the Memorial Day traffic jam and make it a chill-to-thrill stay. Camp the weekend before and the weekend after Memorial Day—and leave your RV or camper parked mid-week for free! Just unplug from utilities Sunday at 11 AM (or Monday if it's Memorial Day) through Friday at noon. Want to keep the electricity running? Add it for just $40. Use code SUMMERSAVE at checkout to lock it in.
de SUMMERSAVE at checkout to lock it in.
Skip the Memorial Day traffic jam and make it a chill-to-thrill stay. Camp the weekend before and the weekend after Memorial Day—and leave your RV or camper parked mid-week for free! Just unplug from utilities Sunday at 11 AM (or Monday if it's Memorial Day) through Friday at noon. Want to keep the electricity running? Add it for just $40. Use code SUMMERSAVE at checkout to lock it in.
May 22, 2026
Create a patriotic American flag using a paper plate, paint, and simple craft materials while learning about honoring and remembering those who served.
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Join us for Candy Bar Bingo in the Activity Center! Play a few fun rounds of bingo with a sweet twist — winners take home their favorite candy bars! Bring your lucky charm and your sweet tooth for an evening full of laughs, treats, and family fun. Bring a full-sized candy bar and receive a BINGO card for each exchanged candy bar. Candy bars are available for purchase at the Ranger Station. 💰
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May 23, 2026
Rise and shine — it's time to Wake the Bears! Help us wake up Yogi Bear™, Boo Boo™, and Cindy Bear™ for the weekend at the Bears Den. Be sure to arrive by 9:10 am to participate! 🐻 Don't forget to upgrade your experience with a souvenir photo and Jellystone Park™ picture frame! We'll snap and print your picture with the bears so you can take home a sweet memory of your visit. 💰
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Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
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Start your morning at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We'll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
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Make festive wands and flags to show your Memorial Day spirit and get ready to wave them proudly in the parade!
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Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don't miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
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Join our patriotic digital scavenger hunt as you search, solve clues, and complete challenges all while celebrating red, white, and blue. Perfect for all ages—let the hunt begin!
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Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
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Meet us at the Train Depot to load up for a wet, wild wagon ride! You will get soaked! Have your hoses ready for the wagon to pass by sites in the 300s and 500s!
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Bubbles, bubbles, everywhere! Meet us at the Foam Pit next to the beach for a bubbly great time!
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Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
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All Aboard! Head to the Train Depot to take a ride on the Jellystone Park Express! 🐻
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Kick off Memorial Day weekend with a splash! Join us poolside to swim, relax, and create your own custom hat at our hat bar 💰
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It's time to GLOW with the flow! Grab your GLOW sticks and wear your brightest gear, it's GLOW time at the Train Depot! This wagon is on a mission to GLOW where no wagon has GLOWed before!
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May 24, 2026
Wake up early for hot, fresh mini donuts! Choose fro several delicious flavors! 🐻💰 Prefer a lazy morning? Enjoy Donut Delivery starting at 8:30 am. Be sure to schedule your delivery at the Ranger Station by Friday night to secure your sweet wake-up treat! 📝
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Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
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Start your morning at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We'll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
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Create your own patriotic sun catcher using red, white, and blue tissue paper. Hang it in a window and watch the sunlight shine through for a bright and festive decoration.
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It's time to get crafty! Transform your bikes and golf carts into festive, red-white-and-blue masterpieces for our Memorial Day parade. **If you have a rental cart, please no paint markers, stickers, or tape of any kind.
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Show us what you can do with the Red, White, and Blue! Bring your decked out golf carts and bicycles to the Hilltop Bathhouse to enter our decorating contest. 🐻
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Meet us at the Train Depot for our Stars and Stripes Parade! Bikes, golf carts and walkers welcome!!! The parade will begin after contest judging. 🐻
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Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don't miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
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Grab your pole and meet us at the lake to sign up for our fishing derby! Sign up between 2:45-2:59 by the Yogi Bear™ statue!
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Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
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Join us at the Long Blue Slide for our Duck Race! All proceeds benefit Care Camps! Buy your duck for 50% of the pot before 5:45 pm at the Ranger Station.
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Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
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Join us at the community fire pit and show off your talents!
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Join us for LIVE music with Tightrope in the Activity Center! 🐻
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May 25, 2026
Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
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Meet us at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We'll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
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Let your creativity lead the way in the Activity Center! Stop by and pick from a variety of fun, easy crafts—make something different each time you visit.
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Get ready for an A-to-Z adventure! Explore the campground and search for items that begin with each letter of the alphabet. From acorns to ziplock baggies, you never know what you'll discover! Complete as many letters as you can and bring your list back to show a Ranger.
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All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
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Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don't miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
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Stop by the Resort Pool for Popsicles With a Bear, where you can enjoy an icy, refreshing popsicle while meeting one of our Jellystone Park™ bears. 🐻
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Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
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Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
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Join us at the Jump Pad for a high-energy mix of silly challenges, relay races, and big-air games the whole family will love.
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Gather ‘round the Community Fire Pit for a cozy night of creativity and treats! Roast up the perfect s'more, then join in on silly, fast-paced campfire Pictionary as we sketch, guess, and laugh under the stars.
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