Physics, Science and Math Days
May 9 & 16, 2025
At California's Great America, we've turned physics into a thrilling adventure! Our roller coasters aren't just for kicks; they're your ticket to an exhilarating lesson in the laws of physics.
You and your school group can enter the 2025 Roller Coaster Model Contest. Students are challenged with creating a thrilling roller coaster model, applying creativity and the core applications of science principles. Learn more about this exciting contest by reading the document below!
But wait, there's more! We've teamed up with top-notch educators and consultants to create activities and downloadable packets that not only serve as a resource guide but can also be tweaked to fit your unique teaching style and requirements. Learning has never been this exciting!
After all that mind-blowing physics action, your students are bound to work up an appetite. Don't worry; we've got you covered. Elevate your Physics, Science & Math Day by adding a catered meal to the mix.
Channel your inner Isaac Newton, grab your students, and get ready for a day filled with laughter, learning, and maybe a few screams of joy on our awesome roller coasters.
2025 Pricing:
- PSM Admission: $40
- 1 complimentary admission ticket for every 15 purchased
Planet Snoopy and South Bay Shores waterpark are not scheduled to be open.
*Meal not included.
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Prepare for the big day as a class with the appropriate grade-level workbook.
Unless otherwise noted, all ticket orders (admission and meal/drink add-ons) must be received 14 days prior to your visit to allow sufficient time to process your order.
Admission tickets and meal/drink add-ons are non-refundable. No rain checks are offered.
Unless you have purchased tickets directly online, groups of 100+ or who ordered via order form will receive their tickets digitally through MyGroup Tickets, an online platform where you’ll receive and manage your group ticket order. Otherwise, they will be sent to you directly.
Payments can be received via checks, money orders, VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, and Discover cards. Checks should be made payable to California’s Great America. Purchase orders are not accepted. All school checks will be processed through California’s Great America’s finance department for approval. If declined, another method of payment will be requested.
We’re cashless! For your convenience, Cash-to-Card kiosks are located throughout the park to convert your cash to a prepaid debit card that can be used anywhere Visa is accepted for no additional fee. For more information, please visit the Cashless page.
One chaperone admission ticket will be provided for every 15 admission tickets purchased. Complimentary tickets do not include meal/drink add-ons. Please note that season passholders in your group do not count toward the total group number that would qualify for the complimentary tickets.
In the event of inclement weather or unscheduled maintenance, certain rides may not be available. Programs, venues, dates, and fees are subject to change and/or cancellation.
No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed in the park. Exceptions are made for guests with special dietary needs to include food allergies and baby food and formula. Guests with special dietary needs should stop at Guest Services located at the Main Gate when they arrive at the park.
Bus/motor coach parking is free. Bus drivers will receive a complimentary admission ticket when presenting their Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to Guest Services. Complimentary admission tickets do not include meal/drink add-ons.
We are proud partners of the Student & Youth Travel Assocation, SYTA. Visit syta.org to find transportation resources near you.