What's New at California's Great America in 2020

Back in August 2019, California’s Great America announced a complete overhaul to Boomerang Bang, rebranding it as South Bay Shores for the 2020 season. Guests will be immersed in a completely transformed waterpark experience featuring seven completely new water attractions, new and upgraded food and merchandise locations, premium cabanas and a sandy beach play area – all richly themed to reflect the excitement and fun of the Northern California coast and South Bay regions.

On March 5, California’s Great America held a special Passholder Preview to discuss all the rest of the new announcements for 2020.

Commemorative 9 pin collection coming throughout 2020. Exclusive 10th pin passed out at Passholder Preview.

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Spring Fiesta celebrating Hispanic traditions with special music and food.
April 25-26 Dia del Nino
May 2-3 Cinco de Mayo
May 9-10 Latin Music Weekend

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Red, White and Brews for fourth year and all new menu returns weekends June 27-July 12.

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The new South Bay Shores will be nearly double in size and feature all new attractions, restaurants and more. In addition, all previous attractions are being rebranded for the new water park!

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California’s Great America has also announced new festivals for the 2020 season!

Monster Jam: Thunder Alley roars into the Bay June 20-July 12.
Carnivale at Orleans Place debuts July 18 through August 2, 2020 which expands the previous Taste of Orleans event.

New for Haunt at California’s Great America, the park has announced Shadowlands will be debuting! This former Knott’s Berry Farm maze is absolutely incredible and one of our all-time favorites!

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Guests were also invited to sample some of the new food items that will debut this season.

– Banana Bites with Caramel Rum Dip (To be sold at Sweet Treats)

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– Crispy Fish Taco (To be sold at Sand Bar in South Bay Shores)

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Below items will be featured on this years Carnivale at Orleans Place

– Asian Chicken on Wonton Crisp

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– Chipotle Spiced Chicken Wings
– Louisiana Chicken Wings

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While we were out enjoying the after party in Hometown Square, we also got a peak into the expansion and remodel of Panda Express.

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