The magic of the holiday season isn’t just in the millions of twinkling lights, live entertainment, and festive rides at Kings Island’s WinterFest—it’s in the food. 

With an expanded menu of festive favorites and new culinary creations, the park is calling all foodies to indulge in a wonderland of seasonal eats and treats.

One of this year’s standouts is Café du Pere Noel at French Corner, where the signature Pull-A-Part Bread gets a holiday makeover. Alongside the beloved cinnamon sugar classic, guests can savor the new Cranberry Orange Pull-A-Part Bread, baked with tart cranberries and finished with orange icing. For a cozy winter warmer, the White Chicken Chili served in a bread bowl offers a hearty option, while the Christmas Cookie Butter Crepe adds a touch of holiday sweetness to your visit.

At Old St. Nick Potato Factory in Rivertown, the new Honey Ham & Cheese Fries are stealing the show. This indulgent creation pairs Kings Island’s famous hand-cut fries with honey ham, a mustard glaze, green onions, and a blend of cheeses—a savory combination sure to make your taste buds sing.

Over at Smokehouse Christmas in Coney Bar B Que, traditional holiday favorites meet barbecue perfection. Guests can enjoy roasted turkey breast, honey pork loin, holiday sausage, and a selection of sides like corn soufflé, sweet potato fries, and drop biscuits. The cranberry barbecue sauce adds a festive twist to these down-home classics.

For those craving a gourmet holiday experience, Wishbone Grill is serving up It’s a Wonderful Chop—a grilled pork chop paired with caramelized onion apple compote, served on a bun with Saratoga chips. And if it’s a chillier evening, the Loaded Potato Soup, topped with bacon, cheddar, and sour cream, offers a creamy comfort.

Blitzen’s Brewhouse in Miami River Brewhouse takes holiday comfort food to the next level. The Holiday Meatloaf Burger reimagines a seasonal favorite with a blend of spices, Munster cheese, and crispy bacon, while the Christmas Turkey Sandwich brings a crispy turkey breast to life with lettuce, tomato, and cranberry aioli.

Over at Scrooge’s Sausage Haus in Grain & Grill, the menu includes a mix of classics and new creations. Featured options include cranberry chicken sausage, smoked sausage, and the much-anticipated turkey dinner balls. Pair these entrees with festive sides like garlic potatoes, mac and cheese, or a winter salad for a complete meal.

Tannenbaumhaus in Festhaus offers hearty Old World flavors with its Shepherd’s Pie. This dish, featuring tender beef and vegetables in a rich stock, is topped with creamy mashed potatoes and served with a baguette—a warming meal perfect for the season.

For pizza lovers, Prancer’s Pizza on International Street is serving Grandma’s Holiday Meatball Hoagie, made with chef-inspired meatballs, marinara, provolone, and parmesan—a taste of home during the holidays.

And what’s WinterFest without something sweet? Claus Confectionary and Candy Cane Café deliver on desserts, from Hot Chocolate Funnel Cakes to coconut raspberry snowballs and Eggnog Cream Puffs. Warm up with one of Blitzen’s signature hot chocolates, like Jack Frost’s Blue Hot Chocolate, topped with marshmallows, sprinkles, and whipped cream, or Gingy’s Gingerbread Hot Chocolate, infused with cinnamon and ginger and topped with two gingerbread cookies.

Many of these seasonal delights are included on Kings Island’s dining plan, making it easy for guests to sample the flavors of WinterFest without missing out on the park’s magical atmosphere.

This holiday season, let your appetite guide you through the lights and laughter of Kings Island’s WinterFest. Whether you’re craving savory barbecue, sweet holiday desserts, or comforting hot beverages, there’s something to satisfy every foodie’s festive spirit.

WinterFest is open daily through December 23 and December 26-31. Visit the park’s website for more information.

Required reading

• Artisan Village Returns to Kings Island’s WinterFest with Unique Gifts and Handcrafted Goods
• Savor the Season with Kings Island’s Holiday Meatloaf Burger 
• The Racer Joins Kings Island’s WinterFest Lineup for the First Time