Think you’ve stayed at a theme park late? Think again.
Garrett Fedewa, known on TikTok as @GFedGoCrazy, has gained immense popularity for his daring after-hours escapades at various venues, primarily sports stadiums and amusement parks.
Referring to himself as “the internet's stadium tour guide,” he is known for filming himself while trying to stay at various locations after hours. As of this year, this includes parks, with the TikToker determined to discover the limit of how long one can visit without being politely removed (or, in other words, forcibly kicked out) by security. These are the results for some of the most popular parks…
Disneyland
Staying After Hours at Disneyland
Disneyland is often regarded as the “happiest place on Earth,” but what happens when the crowds disperse, and the magic lingers in the night air? Fedewa decided to find out.
Can You Stay After Hours at Disneyland?
Visitors might wonder if it is possible to remain in Disneyland after it officially closes. The short answer is no; typically, the park closes its gates promptly at designated times, ensuring that the magic is preserved for the next day.
On a day that the park closed at midnight, the TikToker started in Galaxy's Edge, where it was already very empty. While he has a rule against hiding, he did stay on the move, exploring other lands until he ended up on Main Street, U.S.A., where he was soon moved along by security cast members during the infamous sweep of the park, designed to clear it out as swiftly and efficiently as possible.
”They’ve got this down to a science,” he complained, having managed to last until 12.46 a.m. An admirable feat.
What's at Disneyland?
Disneyland boasts a magical array of attractions, character meet-and-greets, and shows that create memories that last a lifetime. Each area within the park offers distinct experiences—from thrilling rides like Space Mountain and Pirates of the Caribbean to iconic landmarks such as Sleeping Beauty's Castle. Just remember to enjoy them during operating hours.
Six Flags Great Adventure
Staying After Hours at Six Flags Great Adventure
Six Flags Great Adventure is a place where thrill-seekers gather to ride some of the most exhilarating roller coasters in the world. Fedewa made this theme park one of his playgrounds, showcasing what it’s like to attempt an after-hours visit.
Despite not putting a huge amount of effort into hiding, he still managed to hang around and go unnoticed by security (but get savaged by mosquitos in the process). “I'm starting to feel like I can be here all night,” he remarked.
As Six Flags employees clocked off, he was eventually the last person there. An hour and 40 minutes after he was supposed to leave, he finally made his escape out of the park — without annoying any employees in the process.
King's Island
Staying After Hours at King's Island
King's Island, located in Cincinnati, offers another thrilling backdrop for Garrett Fedewa’s after-hours challenges. With rides that spark joy and exhilaration, such as The Beast and Diamondback, the allure of exploring an almost deserted park lingers long after the ride ends.
Fedewa’s most recent exploit at King's Island saw him lingering more than an hour past its closing time. With a camera in tow, he filmed his exploration of the park while trying to avoid detection by staff.
As the TikToker noted, he's actually stayed late at King's Island in the past. Walking against the crowd, he managed to check out a few gift shops and complain about the park's background music before being escorted out by security. Nice.
Cedar Point
Staying After Hours at Cedar Point
For Garrett Fedewa, the joy of amusement parks isn’t confined to just one venue. Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, closed relatively early on the day that he decided to stay late, with the sunlight making it slightly more challenging to go unnoticed.
Despite this, he impressively managed to stay in the park until nightfall, when he described the park as “quiet and peaceful.”
As the power washers arrived, he hung around the theme park for two hours — yes, really — at which point he actually left voluntarily for fear of bigger repercussions if he was caught. But don’t go thinking this is the way to visit the park. “Definitely don't try this,” he warned at the end of the video.
Which park would you most love to visit after hours?
