Peanuts 500
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Peanuts 500 is a Zamperla Speedway ride.
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On Friday, November 13, 1998, Cedar Point announced that Camp Snoopy would open for the 1999 season. The new kids’ area would feature seven rides, a food stand, a new outdoor theater, and a brand-new roller coaster.
The area was themed around the beloved Peanuts franchise. |
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Peanuts 500 officially opened on Sunday, May 9, 1999.
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Peanuts 500 is located between Woodstock Express and Beagle Bay Outfitters, and it’s the first ride that guests see when entering that side of Camp Snoopy.
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Peanuts 500 is a Speedway ride built by Zamperla, a company renowned for creating high-quality kids’ attractions.
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Peanuts 500 is a fantastic ride that the whole family can enjoy together.
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A very similar ride to Peanuts 500 can be found in Kiddy Kingdom, called Roto Whip. This ride has been at Cedar Point for decades and does not feature a specific theme.
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Peanuts 500 Ride Facts:
Opened: May 9, 1999 Location: Camp Snoopy Manufacturer: Zamperla Model: Speedway Cars: 8 |
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Peanuts 500 is a fun ride the whole family can enjoy together!
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Theming
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Peanuts 500 features a fun and lively theme, with the Peanuts characters racing around the speedway!
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The ride doesn’t have the elaborate theming of Disney or Universal Studios attractions, but it’s still really fun and charming for the theme it does feature.
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Each car is painted to represent a different Peanuts character.
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Peanuts 500 is very inviting and draws guests in to ride.
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In 2021, Peanuts 500 received a new backdrop, now featuring a Formula racing theme.
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The cars were also repainted, giving the ride a fresh, updated look.
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Peanuts 500 is a fantastic ride, with a fresh look and an exciting, fun theme.
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Ride Experience
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The Peanuts 500 ride experience begins as riders wait in line for their turn.
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The queue for Peanuts 500 is located directly to the right of the ride.
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The average wait time for Peanuts 500 is 5–10 minutes, though during busy days, riders may wait up to 20 minutes.
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Riders board one of eight race cars, with each car seating two guests. Each rider is secured with their own seatbelt.
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The cars are arranged around an oval track, and the ride begins moving in a counterclockwise direction.
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The ride moves at a lively pace, making Peanuts 500 an exciting and fun experience.
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Riders are quickly whipped around the corners, and this whipping motion adds an extra thrill to the ride.
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Riders laugh and giggle on Peanuts 500, making it a truly fun and enjoyable experience.
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Peanuts 500 has a ride cycle of about three minutes.
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Peanuts 500 is a very smooth ride, serving as a miniature version of the classic Whip attraction.
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Once the ride comes to a complete stop, riders exit back onto the Camp Snoopy midway.
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Becoming A Family Favorite
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Peanuts 500 has been a popular favorite at Cedar Point since it opened in 1999.
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Peanuts 500 is a fantastic ride for the whole family to enjoy together.
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Peanuts 500 has entertained millions of families over the past 27 years and will continue to delight guests for decades to come.
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Peanuts 500 is an exciting ride—more thrilling than the attractions in Kiddy Kingdom, yet not as intense as rides like Calypso, Lake Erie Eagles, and Wave Swinger.
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Knott’s Berry Farm opened the first Camp Snoopy in 1983. In 1992, the area was expanded to include Charlie Brown’s Speedway, which quickly became very popular. When Cedar Point opened Camp Snoopy in 1999, it was a natural choice to include the ride. Charlie Brown’s Speedway would later be featured in several other Camp and Planet Snoopy areas at Cedar Fair parks.
Other Cedar Fair parks featuring Zamperla Speedway rides:
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Riders love Peanuts 500, making it a fantastic attraction for the whole family to enjoy together.
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Riders must be at least 36 inches tall to ride Peanuts 500 alone. Guests under 36 inches can ride with a supervising companion, but hand-held infants are not permitted.
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Last Updated: 05/01/2026
Photos by: Jake Hamons. Concept art by: Cedar Point.
