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Six Flags declares ‘Great Reset,’ shares goals through 2028

Sarah Gilliland — Wed, 21 May 2025 02:24:06 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation revealed several key points of focus during its Investor Day event in Sandusky, Ohio, on May 20, 2025. The presentation provided a comprehensive and forward-looking view of the newly merged Six Flags and Cedar Fair companies. Held at the historic Hotel Breakers at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, the event marked...

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Six Flags to reorg, no plans to close more parks after Six Flags America

Blake Taylor — Thu, 08 May 2025 15:41:55 +0000

Six Flags will reorganize its corporate workforce, and the company will not close any other parks after Six Flags America shutters.

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Six Flags America permanently closing after 2025 season

Blake Taylor — Fri, 02 May 2025 01:28:13 +0000

Six Flags America will close permanently at the end of its 2025 operating season, along with its accompanying water park, Hurricane Harbor.

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Top Thrill 2 reopening + new coaster Siren’s Curse on the way at Cedar Point

Blake Taylor — Thu, 01 May 2025 19:36:24 +0000

Siren's Curse — a new, tilting roller coaster — opens at Cedar Point in 2025, joining the reopening of Top Thrill 2 on the park's agenda.

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Help save Kingda Ka coaster cars with Roller Coaster Museum

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 01 May 2025 17:48:07 +0000

The National Roller Coaster Museum and Archives is launching a campaign to save coaster cars from four historic roller coasters.

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Are Six Flags locations theme parks or amusement parks? Which should they be? | Opinion

Gretchen Whittington — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:13:38 +0000

Six Flags seems to be refining the focus of their 42 parks through ride demolition, rebranding, and the introduction of more theming. But is adjusting their niche the right move for America’s largest amusement park chain?

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Rapterra roller coaster soars to success at Kings Dominion | Review + POV

Gretchen Whittington — Sat, 22 Mar 2025 14:04:09 +0000

Rapterra, the world's tallest and longest launched wing coaster, is new for 2025 at Kings Dominion in Virginia. We got to ride it!

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Georgia Gold Rusher coaster spins into Six Flags Over Georgia

Jon Self — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:00:37 +0000

For 2025, Six Flags Over Georgia guests can experience the new Georgia Gold Rusher roller coaster, which opens on March 15.

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Rides closing without notice: Kingda Ka represents an unlikeable amusement park trend – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:31:19 +0000

In recent times, we’ve seen a number of amusement park rides such as Kingda Ka closing without notice. I wish this trend would end.

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Six Flags reiterates potential sale of some parks following Cedar Fair merger

Blake Taylor — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:51:04 +0000

Six Flags conducted a "comprehensive review" of its 42 parks and may sell some of them, just months after merging with Cedar Fair.

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Discovery Meadow: Kentucky Kingdom to open new park section on May 10

Gretchen Whittington — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 23:04:31 +0000

Discovery Meadow, the park's new $11 million family-friendly land, will include three new rides, a shaded playground, and more.

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Cedar Point tops out new tilt roller coaster Siren’s Curse for 2025

Gretchen Whittington — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:37:45 +0000

Cedar Point recently installed the top-most element of Siren's Curse, North America's tallest, longest, and fastest tilt roller coaster.

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Six Flags acquiring full ownership of Six Flags Over Georgia by 2027

Blake Taylor — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 21:22:43 +0000

Ownership of Six Flags Over Georgia will belong fully to the Six Flags corporation by 2027 as the company purchases shares from co-owners.

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There’s still some time to experience superb holiday entertainment at Knott’s Merry Farm

Jeff DePaoli — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 19:53:52 +0000

Knott’s Merry (Berry) Farm is serving up spectacular holiday entertainment through January 5, 2025 including a jaw-dropping ice show and more

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Anaconda roller coaster closed permanently at Kings Dominion

Blake Taylor — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 02:04:12 +0000

Anaconda, a roller coaster at Kings Dominion in Virginia, closed permanently without a prior notice to park guests.

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All the new roller coasters coming in 2025

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:48:36 +0000

There’s no time to look back because there's an exciting collection of new roller coasters to look forward to in 2025.

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Nighthawk (‘Borg Assimilator’) roller coaster closing at Carowinds

Blake Taylor — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 19:59:43 +0000

Carowinds will permanently close three rides: the Nighthawk roller coaster (formerly Borg Assimilator), Scream Weaver, and Drop Tower.

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Carowinds construction update: New Snoopy coaster track + potential prep for 2026 ride

Blake Taylor — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:55:20 +0000

Carowinds construction projects are in motion as Camp Snoopy expands for 2025 and a mystery project begins at Rip Roarin' Rapids.

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Goliath roller coaster to become Chupacabra at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Blake Taylor — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 22:33:02 +0000

Goliath will become "Chupacabra" as Six Flags Fiesta Texas renames and rethemes the roller coaster in San Antonio.

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All the theme park ride vehicles unveiled at IAAPA Expo 2024

Jon Self — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:39:29 +0000

IAAPA Expo 2024 provided an occasion for theme parks and manufacturers to unveil ride vehicles for upcoming attractions.

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Six Flags 2026 attractions revealed for 9 parks

Blake Taylor — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:58:24 +0000

Six Flags announced its 2026 plans to open $525 million worth of new attractions across nine parks, from Carowinds to Magic Mountain.

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Kingda Ka closed permanently at Six Flags Great Adventure, new coaster in 2026

Blake Taylor — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:30:26 +0000

Kingda Ka closed forever without notice at Six Flags Great Adventure as the roller coaster makes way for a new ride to open in 2026.

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Abandoned Six Flags theme park to be demolished in New Orleans after 19 years of neglect

Blake Taylor — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:34:09 +0000

The abandoned Six Flags New Orleans, formerly Jazzland, will be torn down as a new development called Bayou Phoenix begins construction.

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Intimidator coaster will be renamed ‘Pantherian’ at Kings Dominion following Carowinds’ Thunder Striker rebrand

Blake Taylor — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:53:34 +0000

Six Flags removed Dale Earnhardt theming from its Intimidator coasters, now Thunder Striker at Carowinds and Pantherian at Kings Dominion.

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Attractions Expert Q&A: Taylor Jeffs started his theme park career at Disneyland’s Stage Door Cafe before becoming one of the park’s famous ‘plaids’

Kendall Wolf — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Taylor Jeffs has been the Chief Creative Officer of Legacy Entertainment for 21 years, but started his career at Disneyland.

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Halloween theme park events: Our reporters’ reviews of 2024 haunt season

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 19:36:37 +0000

Reviews of theme park Halloween events all over the country, from the huge (Halloween Horror Nights) to the independent (Field of Screams).

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How Sid Krofft’s chance encounter with Walt Disney changed 1970s children’s TV

Seth Kubersky — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 17:48:23 +0000

Sid Krofft — creator of the short-lived World of Sid and Marty Krofft theme park — influenced Six Flags thanks to a chance encounter with Walt Disney.

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Attractions Expert Q&A: Anthony Esparza developed Dollywood’s master plan, including its first onsite hotel

Kendall Wolf — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Anthony Esparza began his career working on projects like the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace and Hello Kitty Puroland in Japan.

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What it was like attending opening night of Fright Fest Extreme at Six Flags Magic Mountain – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 19:53:27 +0000

Here is my experience attending opening night of Fright Fest Extreme at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, California.

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Review of Fright Fest Extreme 2024 at Six Flags Great Adventure

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 17:40:59 +0000

Six Flags Fright Fest Extreme 2024 at Six Flags Great Adventure is alive with creative energy, including a "Stranger Things" haunted house.

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Williamsburg police instate curfew for minors as theme parks adapt Halloween chaperone policies

Blake Taylor — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 16:04:57 +0000

Learn the chaperone policy (or lack thereof) for theme park events like Knott's Scary Farm, Scarowinds, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal, Six Flags Fright Fest, Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens and SeaWorld, and others.

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Guide to Scarowinds 2024 + Carowinds’ new family Halloween events

Blake Taylor — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:20:17 +0000

Scarowinds is back for the 2024 Halloween season, and Carowinds is introducing the new daytime Tricks and Treats and Oktoberfest events.

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Inside Six Flags’ new ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘The Conjuring’ haunted houses at Fright Fest Extreme 2024

Blake Taylor — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 18:34:04 +0000

Six Flags haunted houses for "The Conjuring," "Saw," "Stranger Things," "Trick 'r Treat," and more will be part of Fright Fest Extreme 2024.

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Top Thrill 2 to remain closed until 2025 at Cedar Point

Blake Taylor — Sat, 24 Aug 2024 00:40:17 +0000

Top Thrill 2 is closed "mechanical modification" at Cedar Point and will not reopen until 2025.

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Top 10 highest-attended theme parks and water parks of 2023

Blake Taylor — Sun, 18 Aug 2024 21:56:03 +0000

The top theme parks and water parks of 2023 have been revealed in the annual Global Attendance Report. Did your favorite make the list?

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Six Flags announces seven new coasters for 2025

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 18:00:25 +0000

Six Flags has announced seven new roller coasters and an All Park Passport for unlimited admission to all 42 parks.

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Disney tops list of best U.S. amusement parks – but #1 isn’t a park you’d expect

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 22:22:22 +0000

Disney has seven of the ten best U.S. amusement parks – but, surprisingly, the #1 park doesn’t have a castle in it.

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New in 2025 at Six Flags New England: Quantum Accelerator straddle coaster

Blake Taylor — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 15:47:30 +0000

In 2025, Six Flags New England in Massachusetts will open Quantum Accelerator, a straddle roller coaster with two launches.

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Two roller coasters delayed to 2025 at Six Flags parks

Blake Taylor — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 01:17:10 +0000

Six Flags Over Georgia and Six Flags Great Adventure will postpone the openings of their 2024 roller coasters into 2025.

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Revenge of the Mummy manufacturer to build AlpenFury launch coaster for Canada’s Wonderland

Blake Taylor — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:37:32 +0000

In 2025, Canada's Wonderland will debut AlpenFury, a new roller coaster from the creators of Revenge of the Mummy at Universal parks.

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New in 2025 at Kings Island: Water coaster + seven kids’ slides at Soak City

Blake Taylor — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:04:34 +0000

In 2025, Kings Island's water park, Soak City, will open a water coaster called RiverRacers, reaching speeds of up to 30 mph.

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New in 2025 at Carowinds: Camp Snoopy coaster, water raft ride

Blake Taylor — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 13:28:56 +0000

In 2025, Carowinds will open a new Peanuts-themed roller coaster and water blaster ride as the park reimagines Camp Snoopy, its kids' area.

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Kings Dominion’s new roller coaster ‘Rapterra’ opening in 2025

Sarah Gilliland — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 15:49:30 +0000

Kings Dominion will launch a new roller coaster, Rapterra, in 2025. Here's what you need to know about the coaster ahead of its opening next year.

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Six Flags, Cedar Fair rolls out season pass to all 42 parks following merge

Blake Taylor — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 17:28:34 +0000

The merger between Six Flags and Cedar Fair is officially complete. What does that mean for the future of the combined company's 42 parks?

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Attractions Expert Q&A: There wasn’t a book about Kings Island history, so 15-year-old Evan Ponstingle wrote one

Kendall Wolf — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Guests often asked Evan Ponstingle for a book about the park's history, but there wasn’t one, so he decided to write one himself.

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Six Flags’ first changes following Cedar Fair merger

Blake Taylor — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 18:40:31 +0000

Six Flags parks will introduce a chaperone policy and remove a surcharge fee on purchases, marking the first significant changes since merging with Cedar Fair.

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Top 10 must-visit parks that aren’t Disney or Universal

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 23:13:47 +0000

New research reveals ten must-visit parks in the U.S. theme parks beyond Disney and Universal parks in California and Florida.

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Carowinds’ summer bet on its abandoned concert venue

Blake Taylor — Fri, 05 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

It was the Carolinas' signature outdoor concert venue in the '80s. Now, the long-dormant Carowinds Paladium — an amphitheater surrounded by a theme park — is poised for a comeback.

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Camp Snoopy at Knott’s Berry Farm: What’s new, what’s gone, what’s coming

Blake Taylor — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 21:52:45 +0000

Camp Snoopy at Knott's Berry Farm debuted a new coaster and more. Find out what's refreshed, what's defunct, what's the same, and what's still on the way.

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Complete list of all 42 Six Flags parks following the Cedar Fair merger

Blake Taylor — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 20:38:57 +0000

Following the completion of Cedar Fair's merge with Six Flags, the combined company — Six Flags Entertainment Corporation — owns 42 parks.

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What is America’s top attraction?

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 23:09:54 +0000

Have you ever wondered which theme park is America's top attraction? Ticketing experts at Ticket2You did, too, so they decided to find out.

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SteamTown area now open at Six Flags America with new SteamWhirler ride

Blake Taylor — Sat, 22 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000

SteamTown, a steampunk-themed area, opened June 22, 2024 at Six Flags America with a new ride — SteamWhirler — and three reimagined mainstays.

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Cedar Fair and Six Flags officially merging July 1, headquarters of 42 parks will be in Charlotte

Blake Taylor — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 16:26:34 +0000

The merger of amusement park companies Cedar Fair and Six Flags will soon be complete, melding a combined portfolio of 42 parks.

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DC Heroes & Villains Fest underway at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Blake Taylor — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 17:53:39 +0000

Guests at Six Flags Magic Mountain can attend DC Heroes & Villains Fest select nights now through Aug. 4, 2024.

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The Bobcat wooden roller coaster now open at Six Flags Great Escape

Blake Taylor — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 19:06:49 +0000

The Bobcat, a new wooden roller coaster, opened June 1, 2024 at Six Flags Great Escape in Queensbury, N.Y., replacing the park's former Alpine Bobsled.

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Pride Month 2024 events at Disney, Universal, Six Flags, and Busch Gardens parks

Blake Taylor — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Happy Pride! Here's where you can celebrate Pride Month 2024 in theme parks around the world, from Disney to Six Flags to Universal and more.

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Six Flags Over Georgia to host Summer Vibes Festival, Pride Month

Blake Taylor — Fri, 31 May 2024 21:08:17 +0000

June will be a month of celebration at Six Flags Over Georgia as the park hosts the new Summer Vibes Festival and commemorates Pride.

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Camp Snoopy and Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers coaster now open at Kings Island

Blake Taylor — Sun, 26 May 2024 15:41:17 +0000

Snoopy's Soap Box Racers, a family boomerang roller coaster, opened May 24, 2024 at Kings Island in Mason, Ohio.

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Summer Attractions Preview 2024

Blake Taylor — Fri, 24 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Summer 2024 is shaping up to be an explosive season of historic new theme park attractions, from drone shows to coasters to Shrek's outhouse.

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Celebrate 90 years of Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant

Blake Taylor — Thu, 23 May 2024 02:32:23 +0000

Mrs. Knott's Chicken Dinner Restaurant — integral to the history of Knott's Berry Farm — will celebrate its 90th anniversary this summer.

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Snoopy coaster opens May 24 at Kings Island, delayed at Knott’s

Blake Taylor — Thu, 16 May 2024 03:14:18 +0000

Cedar Fair provided updates on the opening of Snoopy's Soap Box Racers at Kings Island and Snoopy's Tenderpaw Twister Coaster at Knott's.

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Introducing Professor Screamore of SteamTown at Six Flags America

Blake Taylor — Wed, 08 May 2024 05:57:05 +0000

Six Flags America's new SteamTown land, opening June 2024, will tell the story of an eccentric character named Professor Screamore.

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Aquaticar underwater ride opening at Aquarabia in 2025

Blake Taylor — Tue, 07 May 2024 00:51:18 +0000

Aquarabia water theme park will open in 2025 next to the new Six Flags Quiddiya City in Saudi Arabia with the world's tallest water slide.

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What it’s like to ride the record-breaking Top Thrill 2 roller coaster

Attractions Magazine Staff — Sun, 05 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

With the opening of Top Thrill 2 at Cedar Point comes another chapter in the storied history of the record-breaking roller coaster.

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Roller Coaster Rodeo returning to Six Flags Fiesta Texas for 2024

Blake Taylor — Sun, 05 May 2024 00:48:07 +0000

Roller Coaster Rodeo — a weekend of behind-the-scenes tours and after-hours rides — will take place June 7-9, 2024 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.

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Top Thrill 2 now open at Cedar Point

Blake Taylor — Sat, 04 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000

The new Top Thrill 2 roller coaster, now open at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, reaches speeds of 120 mph and a height of 420 feet.

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Knott’s Boysenberry Festival features dozens of berry-inspired bites

Attractions Magazine Staff — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 20:51:39 +0000

Knott’s Boysenberry Festival invites guests to “tempt their taste buds” with its annual tribute to the berry that started it all.

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Behind the scenes of Carowinds 2024 season as park renews purpose

Blake Taylor — Sun, 10 Mar 2024 17:31:59 +0000

The Carowinds 2024 season — the beginning of its second half-century of operations — is now underway with a park-wide re-commitment to its vision.

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Knott’s chef dishes out details about Knott’s Boysenberry Festival

Attractions Magazine Staff — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 19:27:26 +0000

Knott's Boysenberry Festival will be back in full swing from March 8 through May 7, 2024, with new and returning boysenberry bites and sips.

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Review: The Knott’s Hotel honors the park’s 100+-year history

Attractions Magazine Staff — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 18:52:52 +0000

The Knott's Hotel is wrapping up a multi-million dollar renovation that pays tribute to the theme park's extensive history.

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Six Flags Great Adventure’s Savannah Sunset glamping resort opening June 14

Blake Taylor — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 23:48:34 +0000

Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa, an overnight "glamping" property, will open at Six Flags Great America Resort on June 14, 2024.

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Scream Break haunt and Flavors of the World food festival returning to Six Flags Magic Mountain

Jeff DePaoli — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:46:52 +0000

Scream Break haunt event and Flavors of the World food festival returning to Six Flags Magic Mountain for Spring Break.

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Foodie guide: Knott’s Boysenberry Festival 2024 with photos and menus

Blake Taylor — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 23:20:40 +0000

Knott's Boysenberry Festival will return to Knott's Berry Farm in spring 2024, and we've got a look at what foodies can expect.

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Trip Review: Snoopy and pals take over Knott’s Berry Farm for the Peanuts Celebration

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 16:23:10 +0000

The Peanuts Celebration at Knott's Berry Farm gives visitors a chance to explore the whole theme park with beloved Peanuts characters.

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Carowinds teases 2024 ‘growth,’ announces new Halloween event

Blake Taylor — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:01:28 +0000

Carowinds revealed its 2024 calendar of special events, which includes the new "Tricks and Treats" celebration this Halloween.

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Knott’s Peanuts Celebration returns with a focus on Franklin

Blake Taylor — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 18:20:40 +0000

Peanuts Celebration will return to Knott's Berry Farm from Jan. 27 - Feb. 25, 2024 with shows, treats, and a new exhibit all about Franklin.

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Top 7 most popular rides at Kings Island in 2023

Blake Taylor — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:14:51 +0000

In a park filled with coasters, a haunted house, and Snoopy, what are the most popular rides at Kings Island?

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Last chance to ride a Camp Snoopy classic at Knott’s Berry Farm

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 21:36:44 +0000

Jan. 7, 2024, is the last day to ride the Camp Snoopy classic Huff and Puff attraction at Knott’s Berry Farm before the area is reimagined.

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All the new theme park attractions opening in 2024

Blake Taylor — Mon, 01 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

2024 will be packed with new theme park attractions globally: a gravy-themed roller coaster in Indiana, a Barbie land at a new theme park in Arizona a track-jumping Donkey Kong coaster in Japan, and everything in between.

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Holiday in the Park is open every day now through December 31st at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Jeff DePaoli — Sat, 23 Dec 2023 17:55:57 +0000

Ample holiday light displays can be found among the roller coasters at Six Flags Magic Mountain Holiday in the Park.

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Knott’s Merry Farm offers tons of holiday entertainment, food, and decorations, now through January 7th

Jeff DePaoli — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 22:27:20 +0000

Knott's Merry Farm festivities go above and beyond with lots of live entertainment, tasty holiday foods, and decorations all over the park.

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Camp Snoopy is being reimagined at Knott’s Berry Farm in 2024

Jeff DePaoli — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:53:32 +0000

A reimagined Camp Snoopy at Knott’s Berry Farm will include brand-new additions, new shows, character greetings, and more.

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My dream attraction for Camp Snoopy at Knott’s Berry Farm – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 20:45:48 +0000

Camp Snoopy at Knott's Berry Farm is great, but I dream of one specific attraction being added to the land.

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Opinion: Marketing every new theme park attraction as a ‘world first’

Blake Taylor — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 17:27:40 +0000

A trend has emerged: new theme park attractions are nearly always hailed as the "world's first" something or other. Why?

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What’s the best-rated theme park in the United States?

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000

We reported Islands of Adventure is the best-rated theme park in Florida, but is it the best-rated theme park in the United States?

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Six Flags Great Adventure 50th-anniversary bricks now available

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 21:28:02 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure is inviting guests to become part of the adventure by purchasing 50th-anniversary bricks.

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Guide to Carowinds WinterFest 2023 with backstage interviews

Blake Taylor — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:47:04 +0000

WinterFest is back for the 2023 holiday season at Carowinds, and we got a peek behind the curtain at the new Tacky Sweater Bar and more.

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Attractions Expert Q&A: David McKillips

Kendall Wolf — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

David McKillips serves as President and CEO of CEC (Chuck E. Cheese) Entertainment, overseeing locations in 47 U.S. states and 17 countries.

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My immediate thoughts on the Six Flags / Cedar Fair merger – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Sun, 05 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

What does this Six Flags and Cedar Fair merger mean for Six Flags Magic Mountain and Knott's Berry Farm in Southern California?

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SeaWorld dares other theme park employees to visit Howl-O-Scream

Jon Self — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:58:57 +0000

SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment is daring other theme park employees to visit Howl-O-Scream with half-price tickets. Will they take the dare?

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Six Flags introduces Speedy Parking

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 19:03:12 +0000

There's one less line at Six Flags parks, thanks to Speedy Parking, which allows parkgoers to skip the line at parking toll gates.

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Cedar Fair will open Cedar Point Esports gaming facility next month

Lauren Freeman — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 20:56:04 +0000

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company has announced Cedar Point Esports gaming venue will open Oct. 6, 2023, in Sandusky, Ohio.

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Theme park Halloween haunts seem to have more to do than ever before – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 20:14:27 +0000

Even with front of line access, there just doesn’t seem to be enough time to do it all at theme park Halloween haunt events.

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Cotton candy turkey leg?! Inside Scarowinds food with the park’s executive chef

Blake Taylor — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 21:26:36 +0000

Halloween has arrived at Carowinds! The park's executive chef gave us a rundown of Scarowinds food and drinks — plus a few recipes.

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New ‘scream survey’ shows screaming is good for your health

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 03:30:33 +0000

Thanks to a “scream survey” by Howl-O-Scream hosts SeaWorld, we can confirm that screaming is actually good for you.

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Guide to The Great Pumpkin Fest 2023, Carowinds’ daytime Halloween event

Blake Taylor — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:17:57 +0000

The Great Pumpkin Fest 2023 transforms Carowinds into a lively hub of family-friendly Halloween entertainment.

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Guide to Scarowinds 2023, with new ‘Procession of Nightmares’ parade

Blake Taylor — Sat, 16 Sep 2023 13:09:19 +0000

Scarowinds is back for the 2023 Halloween season at Carowinds, featuring mazes, scare zones, and the new Procession of Nightmares parade.

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‘Saw’ and ‘The Conjuring’ lead Fright Fest lineup at Six Flags Great Adventure

Blake Taylor — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 01:13:45 +0000

Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure will feature new haunted houses based on "Saw X" and "The Conjuring."

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What’s new at Six Flags parks in 2024: DC heroes, coasters, and discounts

Blake Taylor — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 14:20:14 +0000

In 2024, Six Flags parks nationwide will introduce a full slate of new attractions, from thrill rides starring DC heroes to a glamping resort.

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Generative AI will soon help plan your day at Six Flags

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 18:10:42 +0000

Six Flags has partnered with Google Cloud to introduce a cutting-edge virtual assistant powered by generative AI (gen AI).

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Nightmares Revealed event showcases what’s new for Knott’s Scary Farm’s 50th anniversary!

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 21:01:05 +0000

Knott's Scary Farm made announcements promising new mazes and entertainment for 2023, along with returning favorites, and first looks.

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New Ultra Surf coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia will make a big splash

Lauren Freeman — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 04:32:52 +0000

Ultra Surf will cover almost 600 feet of track, while going up to 60 mph and reaching a 144 foot peek before descending into a splash zone.

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Six Flags Fright Fest celebrates 30th anniversary with ‘Saw’ and ‘Conjuring’ haunted houses at Magic Mountain

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 18:55:02 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain is celebrating 30 years of Fright Fest with two new haunted houses featuring "Saw" and "The Conjuring."

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Expanded Camp Snoopy at Kings Island includes new kids’ roller coaster

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 22:26:52 +0000

Kings Island amusement park in Mason, Ohio, announced plans to expand to its award-winning Camp Snoopy kids' area in 2024.

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Fright Fest 30th anniversary features ‘Saw’ and ‘The Conjuring’

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 20:16:07 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain will celebrate the Fright Fest 30th anniversary with 30 nights of fright from Sept. 8 through Oct. 31, 2023.

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Walk roller coaster lift hills at Six Flags Over Georgia’s Coaster Fest

Blake Taylor — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 18:31:19 +0000

Six Flags Over Georgia will host Coaster Fest, a weekend of backstage programming and exclusive opportunities, Aug. 19-20, 2023.

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Cedar Point announces Top Thrill 2 roller coaster

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 01 Aug 2023 18:25:45 +0000

Cedar Point is adding Top Thrill 2 to their roster in 2024, the world’s tallest and fastest triple-launch strata roller coaster.

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Knott’s Scary Farm marks a morbid milestone

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:37:52 +0000

This Halloween season, Knott’s Scary Farm is celebrating its 50th anniversary with new mazes and nods to infamous haunts of the past.

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Carowinds addresses Fury 325 coaster crack, details reopening plan

Blake Taylor — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:29:35 +0000

Carowinds issued a statement following a crack in a support column of Fury 325, the park's signature roller coaster.

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Guide to Carowinds’ Grand Carnivale international festival

Blake Taylor — Sat, 24 Jun 2023 21:45:15 +0000

Grand Carnivale, an international food and entertainment festival, has returned to Carowinds for a limited two-week run.

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Summer brings limited time food and fun to Knott’s Berry Farm

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000

With summer officially in swing, Knott's Berry Farm has introduced lots of specialty food offerings in addition to summer entertainment.

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Carowinds 50th anniversary wows with drones, fireworks, and more

Blake Taylor — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 16:29:36 +0000

For Carowinds 50th anniversary, a nighttime spectacular with drones and fireworks is just the beginning. Check out what's new this summer!

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Six Flags introduces Six Flags Plus

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 19:22:31 +0000

Coaster fans rejoice! Six Flags has announced Six Flags Plus, a brand new way to pay and play at their parks.

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Knott’s Berry Farm opens reimagined Fiesta Village!

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 26 May 2023 22:24:38 +0000

After a long refurbishment, the reimagined Fiesta Village at Knott's Berry Farm is now open for all to enjoy.

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Fully-renovated Knott’s Hotel debuts Fall 2023

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Sat, 20 May 2023 17:42:35 +0000

Knott’s Hotel will debut this fall with a refined look that pays homage to the park’s founders, Walter and Cordelia Knott.

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Celebrate summer at Knott’s Berry Farm

Lauren Freeman — Wed, 10 May 2023 20:36:26 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm is kicking off a fun filled summer with ¡Viva la Fiesta! and the return of Ghost Town Alive! and Knott's Summer Nights.

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ESIX Gaming coming to Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Jon Self — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 17:20:59 +0000

Six Flags Fiesta Texas unveiled more details about the ESIX Gaming state-of-the-art esports gaming campus opening this year.

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Carowinds 50th anniversary celebration adds fireworks and drones

Blake Taylor — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:17:54 +0000

Carowinds 50th anniversary celebration debuts a nighttime spectacular featuring fireworks and drones as part of “50 years of Carolina fun.”

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Six Flags announces California’s largest solar energy project

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 14:47:29 +0000

Six Flags is taking advantage of California's sunny weather to install the state’s largest solar energy project at Six Flags Magic Mountain.

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Full tour of Aeronautica Landing, Carowinds’ new flight-themed land

Blake Taylor — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 03:05:13 +0000

We had the opportunity to take flight at Aeronautica Landing, opening April 7, 2023, at Carowinds! Come along to experience its new rides and food, plus hear backstage secrets from the people who created the aviation-themed land… and maybe even take a peek into Carowinds’ future. Carowinds traverses the state line between North and South...

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New Grain & Grill restaurant opening at Kings Island

Jon Self — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 16:08:29 +0000

When Kings Island opens for the season, there will be a new Grain & Grill restaurant and a new executive chef at the Ohio amusement park.

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Six Flags America to open RipQurl Blaster water coaster and debut new events in 2023

Blake Taylor — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 23:48:27 +0000

New for 2023, Six Flags America will debut the RipQurl Blaster “water coaster” that puts regular ‘ole water slides to shame, plus new events.

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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom unleashes Scream Break

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 22:00:36 +0000

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, Calif., has the debut of the after-hours Six Flags Scream Break haunted event.

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What Six Flags ‘Scream Break’ could mean for the future of ‘Fright Fest’ – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 17:01:00 +0000

The announcement of Six Flags Scream Break made me wonder how it will differ from and how it will affect the Halloween time Fright Fest event.

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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom announces new Rainforest Trail

Attractions Magazine Staff — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 02:23:04 +0000

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Northern California has announced a new addition to its park, The Rainforest Trail.

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Six Flags 2023 season features new rides and attractions

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 20:55:46 +0000

New coasters, family rides, water attractions, and events have been announced for the upcoming Six Flags 2023 season across North America.

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Coca-Cola remains ‘Cola Wars’ champion at Six Flags

Jon Self — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 17:42:58 +0000

In a recent announcement, Coca-Cola extended its multi-year partnership with Six Flags theme parks, defeating Pepsi again, at least at Six Flags. The “Cola Wars” began in earnest around 1975 between Pepsi and Coke, and the marketing battle between Coke and Pepsi lives on today. Since theme parks offer excellent marketing opportunities for beverage companies...

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Six Flags Magic Mountain announces Scream Break haunt event

Jon Self — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 18:42:35 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain has announced Scream Break, a new spooky after-hours haunt event starting in March.

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Carowinds 50th anniversary celebration includes new rides and returning seasonal events

Blake Taylor — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 02:02:36 +0000

Carowinds is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2023 with a new aviation-themed land and seasonal events.

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Knott’s chaperone policy is no longer in effect on Saturdays

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 21:32:07 +0000

Knott's Berry Farm announced on social media today that their chaperone policy is no longer in effect on Saturdays.

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Six Flags Mardi Gras Festival is coming to Northern California

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:08:32 +0000

The Six Flags Mardi Gras Festival is coming to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, featuring New Orleans-inspired entertainment, food, and décor.

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Photo Tour: Construction ramps up at Carowinds’ Aeronautica Landing

Carly Caramanna — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 20:40:03 +0000

As Cedar Fair-owned Carowinds is operating for its first winter of year-round operations, construction continues for Aeronautica Landing.

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The Peanuts gang is taking over Knott’s Berry Farm

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Sat, 14 Jan 2023 16:53:34 +0000

Guests can join Knott's Peanuts Celebration as the gang takes over the SoCal park from Jan. 28 through Feb. 26, 2023.

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Top 10 Attractions Magazine theme park YouTube videos of 2022

Tharin White — Mon, 26 Dec 2022 22:54:50 +0000

In 2022, there were a lot of new rides, shows and attractions. These were our top 10 most watched 2022 YouTube videos.

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas announces new racing coaster and water park expansion

Blake Taylor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 18:59:03 +0000

San Antonio’s Six Flags Fiesta Texas will open the world’s first single-rail family racing roller coaster and expand its White Water Bay water park in 2023. Texas’ First Racing Coaster The world’s first-of-its-kind single–rail family racing roller coaster (and Texas’ only racing roller coaster) will run two trains at the same time on separate, interweaving...

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Ring in 2023 at Knott’s one-night-only New Year’s Eve Celebration

Blake Taylor — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:17:50 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm — known as Knott’s Merry Farm during this festive time of year — in Buena Park, Calif., will host a New Year’s Eve party with family-friendly entertainment and fireworks Dec. 31.

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Your guide to Knott’s Berry Farm’s Christmas festival, Knott’s Merry Farm

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 22:14:51 +0000

Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, California has kicked off their Christmas festival, which will run until January 8, 2023. In addition to the park being decorated to look like a fairytale Christmas town, there are also seasonal treats, handcrafted gifts, festive shows, a nightly tree lighting, snowfall, and so much more

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Win a Southern California Getaway to Buena Park

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 16:49:11 +0000

One lucky winner will be packing their bags for a Southern California Getaway to Buena Park – one of the “Most Fun” Small Towns in America.

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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom welcomes back Holiday in the Park with new Holiday Market

Blake Taylor — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 13:42:15 +0000

Holiday in the Park returns to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom for 2022, the event's 15th year of celebrating the season. Guests can enjoy the festivities at the Vallejo, Calif. park on select dates now through Jan. 1, 2023.

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Six Flags Magic Mountain lights up with Holiday in the Park

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 25 Nov 2022 20:30:05 +0000

On select dates from now through January 1, 2023, Six Flags Magic Mountain transforms into a wintery world of thrill rides, a merry marketplace, new areas, and twinkling lights during the annual Holiday in the Park event.

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Cedar Point unveils its new Wild Mouse coaster ride vehicle

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 19:12:58 +0000

Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio adds a big slice of “adorable” to its newest Wild Mouse roller coaster, and today visitors to IAAPA convention in Orlando, Fla. got a first look.

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Knott’s Merry Farm puts a new twist on favorite shows from Christmases past

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:41:08 +0000

From November 18, 2022-January 8, 2023 Knott’s Merry Farm in Buena Park, Calif. transforms into a winter-scape for the holiday season with festive new versions of classic shows and live entertainment.

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WinterFest preparations are underway at Kings Island

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:27:59 +0000

WinterFest will arrive at Kings Island on November 25, 2022, hot on the heels of the annual Halloween Haunt and taking the park from “scary to merry.”

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Cedar Point’s Sawmill Creek to offer new entertainment and merriment with The Season of Joy

Blake Taylor — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 21:33:21 +0000

Guests of Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts can celebrate the holidays with The Season of Joy, a new assortment of entertainment and merriment happening Nov. 18 - Dec. 31, 2022.

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Six Flags Magic Mountain is no longer a 365-day park

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 21:14:04 +0000

Beginning Nov. 1, 2022, Six Flags Magic Mountain iwill be closed on select weekdays in November and December.

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Iconic Knott’s neon K moved to the Museum of Neon Art

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 17:48:10 +0000

The giant Knott’s neon K that was perched atop the park's Sky Tower will soon be on display at the Museum of Neon Art.

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Kings Island announces Adventure Port for 2023

Blake Taylor — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 21:51:52 +0000

Adventure Port, a new themed land, will open in 2023 at Kings Island theme park in Mason, Ohio. The area will include two new rides and the re-imagining of a classic favorite, the Adventure Express mine train coaster.

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Carowinds and Kings Dominion expand to year-round operations

Tharin White — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 16:58:55 +0000

Carowinds and Kings Dominion are ready for family fun, anytime of year. Both parks will soon be starting year-round operation.

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New Six Flags bag policy implemented for Fright Fest

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 17:20:18 +0000

As part of the company's enhanced public safety measures, a new Six Flags bag policy has been implemented for the duration of Fright Fest.

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Knott’s changes Scary Farm chaperone policy

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:55:03 +0000

Knott's has announced changes to its Scary Farm chaperone policy starting this weekend and continuing through the 2022 Scary Farm event.

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Montezooma’s Revenge joins the National Roller Coaster Museum

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 18:36:41 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm’s iconic Montezooma’s Revenge coaster is being preserved at the National Roller Coaster Museum in Plainview, Tex.

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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom debuts its most terrifying Fright Fest ever

Susan and Simon Veness — Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:13:34 +0000

Fright Fest will be more intense and immersive than ever before when it takes over Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, Calif. on select nights from September 24-October 31, 2022.

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Paranormal Inc. unleashes unimaginable horror upon SCarowinds

Susan and Simon Veness — Sun, 11 Sep 2022 14:53:04 +0000

SCarowinds, the Halloween event at Carowinds amusement park, brings 300 monsters, seven scare zones, four shows, and five mazes to the Charlotte, N.C. park, including the new terrors of the maze, Paranormal Inc.

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Knott’s Spooky Farm expands its Halloween season activities to even more dates in 2022

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:48:32 +0000

Celebrate the Halloween season at Knott’s Spooky Farm on more dates than ever before as the park’s family friendly event runs from Thursday-Sundays from September 29-Ocotber 31, 2022.

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Top Thrill Dragster “as you know it” has closed permanently

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 18:34:49 +0000

Cedar Point in Sandusky Ohio made the announcement today, September 6, 2022, that it’s popular Top Thrill Dragster roller coaster will be “retired,” effective immediately, but left its future open to speculation with the words “new and reimagined experience.”

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Six Flags America special events announced for 2022-2023

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 00:19:15 +0000

Six Flags America has announced the 2022-2023 lineup of special events, plus the return of popular dining and membership programs.

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New events announced for Six Flags Discovery Kingdom for fall and winter, 2022

Susan and Simon Veness — Mon, 05 Sep 2022 14:21:00 +0000

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom has added four new events to its lineup for the end of 2022 and announced the return of favorite events through 2023, from brews and bites to a kid-friendly boo-fest.

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Dreamworld Arcade digital games available at Six Flags parks through Labor Day

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:57:57 +0000

Six Flags and Coca-Cola have partnered to create a new multi-platform Dreamworld Arcade digital experience, available along with Coca-Cola’s limited edition Dreamworld beverage, now through September 5, 2022.

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Cedar Point celebrates spuds

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:15:18 +0000

Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio has been serving up fresh-cut fries for more than 75 years. From Sept. 9-11, 2022, the park will celebrate the humble spud with its first-ever “Happy Friar’s Fresh-Cut Fries Fest.”

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Six Flags Great Adventure announces new events for 2022/2023

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:26:15 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey has a full lineup of seasonal celebrations, including six new headliner events that take place on select dates from September 5, 2022-June 25, 2023.

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Coaster Campout gives guests a full night of fun at Knott’s Berry Farm

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 21:28:16 +0000

Coaster Campout tickets are on sale now for a September 10-11, 2022 overnight stay in Knott’s Berry Farm and two days of thrilling roller coaster rides and Soak City Waterpark fun.

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Knott’s Scary Farm unleashes new frights

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 15:52:55 +0000

Knott’s Scary Farm, the Halloween season’s version of Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, Calif., transforms the park into a nightmare of monsters from September 22 – October 31, 2022, with five new scares and 12 returning terrors from years past.

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2023 will bring new Fiesta Village and reimagined coaster to Knott’s

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 02:28:02 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm announced major changes in 2023, including a new Fiesta Village and reimagined Montezooma’s Revenge coaster.

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Carowinds announces ‘50 years of Carolina fun’ in honor of its 50th anniversary

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:29:21 +0000

Carowinds amusement park in Charlotte, North Carolina opened in 1973 to a crowd of 6,000, and in 2023 it will celebrate its milestone 50th anniversary with new rides, attractions, and dining outlets during “50 years of Carolina fun.”

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Cedar Point ramps up the nostalgia with a new themed area and a new ride

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 15:26:31 +0000

Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio has announced it will open a new The Boardwalk area in May 2023, along with a new Wild Mouse roller coaster and other major enhancements.

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My feelings toward implementing a theme park chaperone policy – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 21:27:25 +0000

Will a theme park chaperone policy fix the problem of teenage rowdiness and how long can it be held in place?

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Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger roller coaster is now open at Six Flags Fiesta Texas!

Susan and Simon Veness — Sat, 30 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger opened today, July 30, 2022, adding the world’s steepest dive coaster to the Six Flags Fiesta Texas amusement park.

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UPDATED: New Knott’s chaperone policy extended to include Sundays

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 20:18:32 +0000

Due to recent altercations involving teenagers, Knotts Berry Farm has implemented a chaperone policy effective July 22, 2022.

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Wonder Woman Flight of Courage now open at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Sat, 16 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Wonder Woman Flight of Courage at Six Flags Magic Mountain is the world’s tallest and longest single-rail coaster.

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You can own a piece of The Racer roller coaster

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 18:09:33 +0000

If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of an iconic coaster, now’s your chance to purchase a slice of wood from The Racer at Kings Island.

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Six Flags dedication to diversity and inclusion expands with autism certification and new ride restraint harness

Jeff DePaoli — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:39:37 +0000

Six Flags parks are now making park visits easier for guests with autism and physical disabilities, focusing on diversity and inclusion.

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Siberian tiger Nadya gives birth to a rare litter of five cubs at Six Flags Wild Safari Drive-Thru Adventure

Susan and Simon Veness — Sat, 25 Jun 2022 14:18:54 +0000

Siberian tiger births usually consist of two to four cubs, but Wild Safari Drive-Thru Adventure’s new mother, Nadya, took the overachiever route and gave birth to five cubs, single-handedly increasing the world’s population of Siberian tigers by one percent.

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Lost bet causes New England SkyScreamer to be renamed Golden State SkyScreamer

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 19:25:52 +0000

A bet between two Six Flags parks resulted in New England SkyScreamer being renamed Golden State SkyScreamer.

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Take a culinary trip around the world during Carowinds’ Grand Carnivale international festival

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:02:32 +0000

Grand Carnival brings pulsing rhythms, international foods, block parties, a parade, and more to Carowinds amusement park in Charlotte, N.C. from June 25-July 10, 2022.

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American Coaster Enthusiasts club launched the world’s largest coaster ride during World Roller Coaster Appreciation Month

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 19:02:34 +0000

Roller Coaster Appreciation Month was the ideal time for North American thrill seekers to join together in the world’s largest simultaneous roller coaster ride, headed by American Coaster Enthusiasts.

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Kick off the summer season at Six Flags America’s new Harbor Fest celebration

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:11:41 +0000

Harbor Fest is the newest event to join the Six Flags America festival lineup, with island-style celebrations on select dates in June 2022.

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Domino master aims to create a collapsible Carowinds masterpiece

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 22:34:01 +0000

Carowinds amusement park in North Carolina is set to feature in a mind-boggling feat of domino-toppling as chain reaction artist Gabe Dean makes the park the subject of his latest collapsible masterpiece.

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Six Flags Great Adventure announces its 2022 summer events lineup

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 19:58:46 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson N.J. is gearing up for summer 2022 with four special events and a new three-tiered Annual Pass program designed with flexibility in mind.

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Sidewinder Safari spinning coaster now open at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Susan and Simon Veness — Sat, 28 May 2022 16:43:15 +0000

Sidewinder Safari made its debut for Pass Holders at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom on May 27, 2022, and has opened to the public today, May 28, 2022.

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Catwoman Whip and Adventure Cove coming to Six Flags St. Louis

Susan and Simon Veness — Sat, 28 May 2022 16:12:31 +0000

Catwoman Whip dual spinning ride and multi-level Adventure Cove water attraction both open at Six Flags St. Louis on Memorial Day, May 30, 2022.

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Pirates of Speelunker Cave now open at Six Flags Over Texas

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 18 May 2022 20:40:56 +0000

Six Flags Over Texas opened Pirates of Speelunker Cave, a new ride that puts guests in the middle of a pirate-themed treasure hunt.

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Kings Island fireworks show will be four times longer than before!

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 18 May 2022 15:18:55 +0000

Kings Island fireworks will end a day in the Ohio amusement park in high style this summer, with a longer, heavily enhanced show starting May 28, 2022.

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Knott’s Berry Farm rocks into summer with Nick Jr.’s DJ Lance

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 11 May 2022 17:09:19 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm will introduce a rocking good time this summer with all-new entertainment starring DJ Lance Rock from Nick Jr.’s award-winning show, Yo Gabba Gabba.

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Six Flags America unveils a May entertainment fiesta

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 11 May 2022 16:37:32 +0000

Six Flags America has unveiled an all-new festival experience to add to its thrill capital style, with Viva La Fiesta arriving in the park on May 14-15 and May 21-22, 2022.

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Sidewinder Safari coaster is slithering into Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 05 May 2022 20:41:37 +0000

Sidewinder Safari, a thrilling family coaster and animal exhibit experience, will slither into Six Flags Discovery Kingdom on May 28, 2022.

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The Cedar Point 2022 season is opening May 7th with new experiences

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 05 May 2022 18:05:11 +0000

The Cedar Point 2022 season opens on May 7, 2022 with new dining experiences, new places to stay, and new ways to make memories.

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A look back at 50 years of Kings Island amusement park history

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 16:51:43 +0000

Kings Island amusement park opened in Mason, Ohio in 1972, and April 19, 2022 marks the park’s 50th anniversary, and to celebrate we’re taking a look at its significant milestones.

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Summertime fun at Knott’s Berry Farm is better than ever

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:35:14 +0000

Summertime fun at Knott’s Berry Farm includes Ghost Town Alive!, Knott’s Summer Nights, Knott’s Soak City Waterpark, and more.

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Fatburger makes its theme park debut at Six Flags Great Adventure

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:44:29 +0000

Fatburger fast-casual restaurant officially debuted its first location in a theme park when it opened at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey, as the chain continues its eastward expansion.

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State Line Celebration food, brews, and music event debuts at Carowinds

Susan and Simon Veness — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 14:39:50 +0000

State Line Celebration is brand new at Carowinds amusement park, and will bring tastes of the Carolinas, plus live entertainment, to the park on select dates starting April 9, 2022.

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Six Flags St. Louis announces “low sensory” days in recognition of Autism Awareness

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 21:41:14 +0000

Six Flags St. Louis has joined other parks around the country in adding a low sensory area to the park, along with other Autism-aware measures, during Autism Awareness Days.

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Six Flags Great Adventure opening dates announced for the 2022 season

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:38:47 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey will reopen on April 2, 2022 with the largest beautification, enhancement, and modernization effort in the park’s 50-year history.

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World’s longest wooden roller coaster is getting longer!

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:54:16 +0000

The Beast at Kings Island amusement park in Ohio will be two feet longer after a 2022 retracking that will break the coaster’s existing record.

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DC Universe themed area is coming to Six Flags Great America

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 21:11:36 +0000

DC Universe comic book inspired shops, restaurants, and attractions will have their own themed area at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, Ill. starting April 15, 2022.

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What’s new at Six Flags America for the 2022 season

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 16:48:10 +0000

Six Flags America in Bowie, Md. opens on March 19 for the 2022 season with a slew of updates, including new shows and festivals, single rider lanes, and retracking for the Wild One and Roar roller coasters.

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Six Flags Great Adventure welcomes 10 new animals to its Wild Safari adventure

Susan and Simon Veness — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:59:01 +0000

Wild Safari Drive-Thru Adventure opens for the 2022 season on March 19, with new animals, new tours, and memorable guest enhancements.

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas kicks its 30th anniversary celebration into high gear

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 19:02:47 +0000

Six Flags Fiesta Texas opened in March, 1991, and throughout 2022 it’s throwing a massive 30th anniversary celebration, with a new roller coaster, expanded festivals, mini museums, and a nostalgic Then and Now Trail.

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DC Super Hero Run will be an in-person event for the first time ever

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 13:54:43 +0000

DC Super Hero Run took place only as a virtual run in 2020 and 2021, but this year super heroes from across the country will unite in multi-city races for the benefit of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Medusa mega-coaster returns to Six Flags Great Adventure

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:22:10 +0000

Medusa, the twisting, looping Gorgon of a thrill ride, returns to Six Flags Great Adventure as part of the biggest refurbishment in the park’s 50-year history.

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Cedar Point opens its 2022 season with six new offerings

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 17:03:37 +0000

Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio adds two renovated hotels, two new dining outlets, a reimagined shop, and a spectacular multisensory parade to its 2022 season lineup.

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Kings Island Grand Carousel gets a major makeover

Susan and Simon Veness — Sat, 26 Feb 2022 16:29:52 +0000

The Grand Carousel is the oldest ride at Kings Island in Ohio, and now it’s undergoing a big restoration ahead of the park’s 50th anniversary.

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Knott’s Boysenberry Festival is back with dozens of boysenberry bites and sips

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 20:57:27 +0000

The Knott's Boysenberry Festival returns on March 18, 2022, with more than two dozen new boysenberry food and drinks.

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SeaWorld offer rejected by Cedar Fair

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 02:01:39 +0000

On Feb. 1, 2022, we reported that SeaWorld made a $3.4 billion offer to buy Cedar Fair and, today, we learned that offer was rejected.

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How Knott’s history has more in common with SeaWorld than a proposed acquisition – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:57:50 +0000

News was recently made as it was revealed that SeaWorld Entertainment Inc. made a $3.4 billion offer to buy Cedar Fair amusement parks. If the deal were to go through this would include the iconic park Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California. SeaWorld has had to start thinking of different ways to expand and remain in business considering the controversial animal shows that have been the heartbeat of their parks for so many years. Ironically, Knott’s Berry Farm had a similar problem decades ago.

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Carowinds amusement park has an opening date for 2022

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 22:14:52 +0000

Carowinds amusement park in Charlotte, North Carolina, will kick off its 2022 season on March 12, with new entertainment experiences and an expanded lineup of special events.

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SeaWorld Entertainment to buy Cedar Fair parks for $3.4 billion?

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 18:47:08 +0000

SeaWorld Entertainment Inc., the parent company of SeaWorld and Busch Gardens parks throughout the USA, has reportedly made a massive $3.4 billion offer to buy Cedar Fair and its 12 amusement parks.

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Mobile security robots will soon be patrolling theme parks

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Sun, 30 Jan 2022 01:08:15 +0000

Theme park guests are used to seeing Baymax, Wall-e, and Optimus Prime, but mobile security robots will soon be on the job as well.

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SkyScreamer debuts new vest restraints at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 20:40:32 +0000

At Six Flags Fiesta Texas, you can fly with the exclusive new vest restraints for the park's StarFlyer attraction, dubbed the SkyScreamer.

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Knott’s Peanuts Celebration returns for a season of fun on Jan. 22

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:54:40 +0000

The Knott's Peanuts Celebration is on its way back to Knott's Berry Farm, and invites guests to step into the world of Charles M. Schulz.

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Top Theme Park Rumors for 2022

Tharin White — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 21:52:30 +0000

It is the beginning of a new year and rumors for 2022 have already begun. How will theme parks adapt to this ever-changing pandemic?

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Six Flags drops ‘affectionate behavior’ rule after incident in Mexico

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 20:00:03 +0000

Six Flags announced the removal of a policy that discouraged guests from being affectionate due to an incident at the Mexico theme park.

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The Beast at Kings Island getting track refurbishment this winter

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 15:31:49 +0000

The world’s longest wooden roller coaster, The Beast at Kings Island, is getting a major track refurbishment this winter — 2,000 feet of track, that is.

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Knott’s Berry Farm releases full lineup of fun for 2022

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 19:40:35 +0000

In 2022, Knott’s Berry Farm will bring back a whole year packed full of seasonal events and entertainment.

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Six Flags Great Adventure’s Holiday in the Park, drive-thru to offer holiday operation and New Year’s Eve fireworks

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 01:48:15 +0000

The Holiday in the Park and Drive-Thru Experience at Six Flags Great Adventure will operate daily through the holidays.

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas turns up the intensity on SkyScreamer

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 22:14:25 +0000

One of the attractions at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, SkyScreamer, is getting a bit more intense for a limited time only.

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‘Home for the Holidays’ is a delightful addition to Knott’s Merry Farm – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 21:14:13 +0000

This week in DePaoli on DeParks: Jeff shares his delight at a new stage show for Knott's Merry Farm, titled "Home for the Holidays."

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Six Flags survey gauges interest in possible attractions and experiences

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 07 Dec 2021 16:16:15 +0000

Six Flags theme parks are known for thrill rides, but a Six Flags survey is gauging interest in new ideas for attractions and experiences.

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Trip Report: Celebrate holidays with a twist on tradition at Knott’s Merry Farm

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 22:17:03 +0000

Check out our recent trip report from Knott's Berry Farm as its transformed for the 2021 festive season into Knott's Merry Farm.

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Knott’s Berry Farm going cashless starting Nov. 15

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 22:42:16 +0000

Knott's Berry Farm has announced that starting next Monday, Nov. 15, it will be moving to a cashless transaction model throughout the park.

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‘Holiday in the Park’ winter event returns to Six Flags parks across America

Kayla Springmyer — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:12:20 +0000

"Holiday in the Park" returns to Six Flags theme parks across the United States this holiday season, with lights, treats, rides and much more.

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Knott’s Merry Farm 2021 celebrates the festive season

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 15:11:23 +0000

Knott’s Merry Farm, the seasonal incarnation of Knott’s Berry Farm, offers more than a dozen festive ways to bring in the yuletide cheer.

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Six Flags Magic Mountain announces Wonder Woman: Flight of Courage roller coaster

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:47:18 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain has announced it will add the world’s tallest and fastest single-rail roller coaster, Wonder Woman Flight of Courage, to the park’s lineup in summer of 2022.

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Fright Fest offers more than just haunted thrills at Six Flags Great Adventure

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 17:12:27 +0000

Spooky season is well underway and after a year of few boos in 2020, haunt fans everywhere are eager to seek out as many scares as they can this October.

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Night of the Living Fed sinister smorgasbord haunts HalloWeekends at Cedar Point

Susan and Simon Veness — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 16:47:22 +0000

Night of the Living Fed buffet pairs succulent dining selections with HalloWeekends’ scary Screamsters for a frightfully fiendish themed dining experience.

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Eiffel Tower at Kings Island is getting a new coat of paint

Susan and Simon Veness — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 22:08:48 +0000

Eiffel Tower at Kings Island amusement park is undergoing a major freshening-up ahead of the park’s 50th Anniversary in 2022.

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Six Flags Magic Mountain partnering with Clear for proof of vaccination

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 22:15:15 +0000

Six Flags and Clear have announced a partnership that will help guests share proof of vaccination in order to visit Six Flags Magic Mountain.

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Opening day of Knott’s Spooky Farm draws crowds to Buena Park

Melanie Gable — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 20:46:49 +0000

Check out our trip report from the opening day of Knott's Spooky Farm, the family-friendly daytime offering for Halloween fun at the park.

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‘Boo’ at Six Flags America offers fall fun for all ages

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 18:42:45 +0000

Halloween haunts alive and kicking this year at theme parks across the U.S., "Boo" at Six Flags America near Washington D.c., offers a new family-friendly daytime alternative to the park's Fright Fest after dark event.

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The Riddler Mindbender now open at Six Flags Over Georgia

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:56:27 +0000

A new, villainous thrill ride has spun into Six Flags Over Georgia, ready to take over Gotham City — The Riddler Mindbender!

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HalloWeekends stalk Cedar Point’s pathways once again

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 18:22:16 +0000

HalloWeekends take over Cedar Point’s nighttime scene, with haunted houses, scare zones, live shows, and family-friendly fun for the kids!

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Six Flags to provide Volta electric vehicle charging stations at its parks

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 18:27:05 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is partnering with electric vehicle (EV) charging network leader Volta, Inc. to make EV charging accessible to guests at Six Flags parks across the United States.

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Six Flags America donates 4,000 tickets to aid local vaccination efforts

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 14:36:20 +0000

Six Flags America in Bowie, Maryland has partnered with the Prince George’s County Health Department and Prince George’s County Executive’s Office by donating 4,000 tickets to Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor – valued at over $250,000 – to aid in the county’s vaccination efforts.

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Which movie-inspired theme park rides cost more than the original film’s budget?

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 20:15:13 +0000

Theme parks around the world depend on attractions based on popular movie franchises like Marvel, Star Wars, and Harry Potter to attract guests through the gates, but some movie-inspired theme park rides cost more to build than the films on which they’re based cost to make.

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Knott’s Spooky Farm returns with Halloween fun for the entire family

Carly Caramanna — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:57:23 +0000

Knott’s Spooky Farm returns starting Sept. 25 with family-friendly activities, entertainment, and ride overlays throughout the park.

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Comparing skip-the-line upgrades: How does Genie+ compare to other major theme park options?

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 04:30:53 +0000

This week, the big news for Disney parkgoers was the announcement about the fall launch of Genie+ – the new planning tool replacing MaxPass and FastPass at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, respectively. But how does Genie compare to other theme park skip-the-line upgrades?

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Six Flags Fright Fest is scarier than ever this Halloween

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:18:44 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has announced the return of Six Flags Fright Fest – and the company’s signature Halloween event is better, bigger, and scarier than ever.

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Knott’s Scary Farm returns for 48th season with new nightmares

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 17 Aug 2021 21:18:29 +0000

Knott's Scary Farm is back once again, ready to bring the scares and thrills for its 48th year of fright starting Sept. 16.

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New coaster and more coming to Cedar Fair parks across North America in 2022

Dave Parfitt — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:14:40 +0000

Cedar Fair unveils plans for 2022 season including a new coaster at Kings Dominion, 50th Anniversary Celebration at Kings Island, and more.

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Six Flags Over Texas announces new Pirates of Speelunker Cave ride set to debut in 2022

Kayla Springmyer — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 20:21:21 +0000

Six Flags Over Texas announces the brand-new Pirates of Speelunker Cave boat ride. The attractions is set to make its debut in early 2022.

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Fright Fest returns to Six Flags Great Adventure Sept. 10

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 15:49:24 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, N.J. has announced that Fright Fest 2021 will return on weekends and select weekdays from Sept. 10 - Oct. 31, 2021, with family-friendly "Thrills by Day" and terrifying “Fright by Night.”

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Cedar Point Nights returns to light up the summer sky Aug. 6

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 21:31:33 +0000

Cedar Point's 150th anniversary celebration continues on through Aug. 15, but starting this Friday night, Cedar Point Nights returns to bring another reason to party at The Point.

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Cedar Fair exploring the development of Cedar Point esports arena in Ohio

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 21:36:20 +0000

Already a leader in regional amusement parks, water parks, and immersive entertainment, Cedar Fair Entertainment has announced the potential development of the Cedar Point esports arena in Sandusky, Ohio.

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Six Flags Great Adventure to host COVID-19 vaccination clinic

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 21:31:53 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, N.J. is teaming up with the Ocean County Health Department to host a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic this month.

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Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger roller coaster announced for 2022 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 21:52:20 +0000

Six Flags Fiesta Texas has unveiled plans to debut "the world's steepest dive roller coaster" next summer — Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger.

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Trip Report: Checking out Cedar Point’s 150th anniversary celebrations

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 23:38:44 +0000

Check out our trip report from Cedar Point, as we take a look at all the festivities the park's 150th anniversary celebration has to offer.

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Kings Island Camp Cedar luxury outdoor resort now open to guests

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 19:11:05 +0000

After a slight delay, Kings Island Camp Cedar has opened to guests in Mason, Ohio, less than one mile from Kings Island amusement park.

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HalloWeekends returns to Cedar Point this fall with tricks, treats, and scares

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 21:05:06 +0000

Cedar Point shared some big news this week with the announcement that HalloWeekends will return to the park this fall for Halloween fun!

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Kings Island moving to all cashless payments starting mid-July

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 22:01:46 +0000

Leave your dollars at home — Kings Island is officially going cashless starting mid-July.

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Knott’s Berry Farm commemorates 100th anniversary celebration

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 21:48:55 +0000

Ghost Town citizens, characters, and Knott’s Berry Farm staff were on hand to dedicate a time capsule for the 100th anniversary.

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Six Flags, Credit One Bank unveil new Visa card

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 19:39:25 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation and Las Vegas-based Credit One Bank have announced the brand new Credit One Bank Six Flags Rewards Visa with exclusive perks for cardmembers.

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Cedar Point commemorates 150 years with Ticket of a Lifetime

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 19:56:23 +0000

Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, commemorates its standing as the Midwest’s premier amusement park with a sesquicentennial celebration featuring a brand new nighttime parade and party, family river adventure ride, specialty food and merchandise, and the coveted Ticket of a Lifetime.

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Six Flags donates 50,000 tickets for California vaccination efforts

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 22:22:37 +0000

Six Flags has donated 50,000 theme park tickets to support the State of California's efforts to get more people vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Jersey Devil emerges at Six Flags Great Adventure as thrilling new single-rail coaster

Attractions Magazine Staff — Sun, 13 Jun 2021 16:17:34 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure's newest coaster offers riders a chance to feel what it's like to ride alongside the infamous Jersey Devil.

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Kings Island delays opening of Camp Cedar luxury campground

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 17:44:04 +0000

Kings Island's upcoming luxury campground, Camp Cedar, has delayed its opening according to local Ohio news outlet, Fox 19.

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Midwest’s first, only tailspin waterslide Tidal Wave now open at Hurricane Harbor Rockford

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 29 May 2021 16:07:24 +0000

Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor Rockford has opened the Midwest's first and only tailspin waterslide, Tidal Wave!

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World’s tallest water coaster Tsunami Surge now open at Hurricane Harbor Chicago

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 29 May 2021 15:53:42 +0000

Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor Chicago are welcoming the world's tallest water coaster today, Tsunami Surge.

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Cedar Point is selling large-scale wooden coaster car replicas

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Sat, 22 May 2021 19:40:32 +0000

Guests can find mini “Coaster Cutouts” of their favorite rides at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, but since bigger is always better when it comes to rollercoasters, the park is now offering nearly life-size “Giant Cutouts,” which are eight times bigger than their counterparts.

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Cedar Point closing select days in June, offering $20 per hour for new positions

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 21 May 2021 22:07:24 +0000

Cedar Point has announced that wages will be increased for seasonal and part-time positions, and that it will close for select days in June.

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Bob Baker Marionette Theater is coming to Knott’s Berry Farm

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 20 May 2021 16:39:08 +0000

The Bob Baker Marionette Theater is joining forces with another Southern California icon to mark the 100th anniversary of Knott’s Berry Farm.

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Theme parks line up for fundraising event for Give Kids the World

Niamh Larkin — Wed, 19 May 2021 22:42:16 +0000

Give Kids the World Village is teaming up with theme parks for Coasting for Kids, an event to raise money for the nonprofit organization.

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Six Flags Great Adventure goes prehistoric with Xpedition Dino

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 19 May 2021 17:06:31 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey, “doubles down on dinosaurs” starting on May 28, with the Xpedition Dino drive-through or walk-through adventure, featuring 30 realistic, life-size dinosaurs that will convince you time-travel is possible.

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Six Flags Great America offering free tickets in exchange for COVID-19 vaccinations

Niamh Larkin — Tue, 18 May 2021 21:23:39 +0000

Six Flags Great America is partnering with the state of Illinois to help more communities get vaccinated against the coronavirus.

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas introduces first-ever Roller Coaster Rodeo

Kayleen Padron — Mon, 17 May 2021 18:19:33 +0000

The all-new multi-day extravaganza Roller Coaster Rodeo will run June 11-13 only at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.

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Six Flags America to debut Harley Quinn Spinsanity ride on May 14

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 13 May 2021 17:09:42 +0000

Six Flags America in the D.C. area has announced that its newest attraction — Harley Quinn Spinsanity — will debut on May 14, 2021.

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Cedar Point reopening with Frontier Festival to kick off 2021 season

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 13 May 2021 16:30:08 +0000

Millennium Force, Planet Snoopy, and the famous mile-long Cedar Point Beach will all make their return as Cedar Point reopens.

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Squishmallow plush arrive at new store in Kings Island and online

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 11 May 2021 19:42:44 +0000

A new store dedicated to Kellytoy’s popular Squishmallow plush toys is set to open at Kings Island amusement park, near the front gate.

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Six Flags St. Louis celebrates 50 years of fun this summer

Kayleen Padron — Fri, 07 May 2021 20:36:51 +0000

Six Flags St. Louis is celebrating its 50-year anniversary June 5 through July 24. New photo ops, a Memory Museum and Anniversary Emporium will be making their debut to honor the park’s anniversary.

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Knott’s Berry Farm Soak City water park opening May 29

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Thu, 06 May 2021 21:39:55 +0000

Orange County, California’s largest water park, Knott's Soak City, will reopen for the 2021 season with limited capacity and reservation requirements.

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Six Flags announces reopening of La Ronde Montreal

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Tue, 04 May 2021 20:08:41 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has announced that Six Flags La Ronde in Montreal, Canada – Quebec’s leading destination for thrills and family fun – has received provincial clearance to reopen with rides and attractions on May 22, 2021.

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Six Flags New England, Hurricane Harbor LA, Hurricane Harbor Concord to open this month

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Mon, 03 May 2021 19:12:36 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment, the world's largest regional theme park company and operator of waterparks in North America, has announced that Six Flags New England, Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles, and Hurricane Harbor Concord will open to the public this month.

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Cedar Point, Kings Island and other seasonal theme parks set new COVID-19 guidelines

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 21:34:50 +0000

Cedar Point, Kings Island, and other Cedar Fair parks have released their updated COVID-19 protocols as many gear up for reopening.

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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor New Jersey is hiring for the summer

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 21:24:30 +0000

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Jackson, New Jersey – one of the Northeast’s largest waterparks – is hosting a virtual and in-person job fair on April 17, 2021, for employment from May through September 2021.

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Knott’s Berry Farm announces grand reopening for May 21

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:46:35 +0000

California theme park fans will soon be able to return to Knott's Berry Farm, as it has announced its grand reopening is set for May 21.

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Six Flags Great Adventure introduces ‘Coaster Power Hours’ this spring 2021

Kayla Springmyer — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 16:08:26 +0000

Coaster Power Hours, a new event celebrating Six Flags Great Adventure's collection of coasters, begins this spring.

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Trip Report: Six Flags Magic Mountain reopens safely and responsibly

Attractions Magazine Staff — Sat, 03 Apr 2021 18:57:11 +0000

The thrills have returned to Southern California with the reopening of Six Flags Magic Mountain. It's the first theme park in the region to reopen with rides.

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Full, updated opening guidelines released for California theme parks

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 27 Mar 2021 17:34:00 +0000

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has released the full, updated opening guidelines for California theme parks and amusement parks in the wake of COVID-19, effective April 1.

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Six Flags Great Adventure sets opening date for 2021 season

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 19:58:49 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, N.J. is kicking off its 2021 season by celebrating Spring Break!

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Six Flags Great America announces spring 2021 reopening date

Kayla Springmyer — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 19:02:01 +0000

Six Flags has announced the reopening of its two Illinois-based parks with reduced capacity and a reservation system: Six Flags Great America reopens April 24, 2021, while Hurricane Harbor Chicago water park will reopen on May 29, 2021.

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Six Flags announces reopening of California and Mexico theme parks

Attractions Magazine Staff — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 22:09:53 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has announced that Six Flags Mexico in Mexico City is opening today, March 18, 2021, and both of its California properties—Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, Calif. and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, Calif.—will open on April 1, 2021.

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What’s new at Cedar Fair theme parks for 2021

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 18:52:11 +0000

Cedar Fair has announced its plans to welcome guests back for a fun-filled 2021 across its 13 theme parks, complete with new thrill rides, themed foodie events, and cultural celebrations.

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How Knott’s Berry Farm set the stage for California theme parks to reopen – DePaoli on DeParks

Jeff DePaoli — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 22:32:41 +0000

When it comes to Southern California, the big theme parks that people all over the country have heard of are Disneyland Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Six Flags Magic Mountain. Knott’s Berry Farm (owned by Cedar Fair) is a park that I hadn’t personally known about until after moving to California.

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Disneyland, other California theme parks can reopen starting April 1

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 06 Mar 2021 00:00:20 +0000

No April Fools here! Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood, Knott's Berry Farm, and other California theme parks will be able to reopen as of April 1.

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Light up the night at Six Flags’ Drive-In Laser Light Spectacular

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 21:12:24 +0000

From March 18-21, Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey will dazzle spectators with its limited-time event, Six Flags “Rockin’ Drive-In Laser Light Spectacular.”

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Texas theme parks still requiring masks despite mandate ending

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 22:07:47 +0000

On March 2, 2021, Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order that will end the statewide face mask mandate and operating capacity restrictions – but how will this affect the state's theme parks?

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Knott’s Berry Farm is hiring 1,700 associates for the 2021 season

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 18:42:46 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm, California’s original theme park celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, has announced plans to hire approximately 1,700 associates for the 2021 season.

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Travel back in time at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom for ‘Renaissance Days’

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 15:51:04 +0000

Every weekend in March, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom will transport guests to the Renaissance era at a limited-time special Renaissance Days event.

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IAAPA releases study on COVID-19’s impact on employment in U.S. attractions industry

Kayla Springmyer — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 16:43:02 +0000

IAAPA, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, recently released a study outlining COVID-19's impact on employment in the U.S. attractions industry.

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Six Flags is getting parks ready for the 2021 season

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:06:42 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of waterparks in North America, is now hiring team members in preparation for welcoming guests back to all 26 of its North American parks for the 2021 season.

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Cedar Point celebrates 150 years with a summer of events and the chance to win the ‘Ticket of a Lifetime’

Attractions Magazine Staff — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 20:26:50 +0000

Ohio's Cedar Point is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a summer full of special events. Guests can enjoy a brand-new ride, nighttime parades, parties and the unprecedented chance to win the “Ticket of a Lifetime.”

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New Cedar Point retro coaster posters are ‘made to thrill’

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:35:19 +0000

Fans of Cedar Point will soon be able to collect retro-style posters of some of their favorite coasters at the Ohio theme park.

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Knott’s Berry Farm welcomes spring with the Taste of Boysenberry Festival

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:01:28 +0000

A new food and retail experience at Knott’s Berry Farm will celebrate the little berry that started it all. On select dates from March 5 through May 2, 2021, Knott’s Taste of Boysenberry Festival will feature over 80 boysenberry-inspired foods and drinks that can’t be found anywhere else.

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Outdoor dining resumes at Downtown Disney after COVID-19 restrictions lift

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 17:58:24 +0000

Just a few days after California officials announced they would lift the statewide stay-at-home-order, Disneyland Resort announced that dining establishments on Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure and the Downtown Disney District would be reopening.

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Six Flags Darien Lake announces Rockin’ Drive-in laser light show

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 17:04:48 +0000

Six Flags Darien Lake in New York has announced a new laser show, The Rockin’ Drive-in Laser Light Spectacular, which guests can safely enjoy from the comfort and safety of their car.

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Hot Wheels Ultimate Drive-Thru is coming to Six Flags Over Georgia

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 16:15:18 +0000

The family-friendly Hot Wheels Ultimate Drive-Thru at Six Flags Over Georgia will offer the only opportunity to see real-life versions of iconic Hot Wheels cars and monster trucks.

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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom announces Celebrate 2021! drive-thru experience

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 00:00:10 +0000

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom has launched a new, limited-time modified event, Six Flags Celebrate 2021! Season of Thrills Drive-Thru Experience.

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Six Flags Over Texas to host new Fire & Ice Festival

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 21:14:06 +0000

To kick of Six Flags Over Texas' 60th anniversary season, the park is hosting its first-ever Fire & Ice Winter Festival!

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The Racer at Kings Island getting partially re-tracked

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:18:33 +0000

Just north of Cincinnati, Ohio is the popular amusement park, Kings Island, which debuted in 1972. On opening day, one of the main attractions was the out-and-back racing wooden roller coaster, The Racer.

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Six Flags Qiddiya begins design of world’s fastest roller coaster

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 20:19:14 +0000

The design process has begun for Falcon's Flight, the signature attraction of Six Flags Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia’s first family-oriented theme park.

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Six Flags’ Texas parks

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 19:07:00 +0000

Both Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Six Flags Over Texas are ringing in 2021 with special New Year's Eve celebrations.

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Kings Island announces Camp Cedar, opening spring 2021

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 22:08:45 +0000

Construction has begun on Kings Island Camp Cedar, a new luxury outdoor resort scheduled to open in the spring of 2021 that will feature modern lodging perfect for vacationers and recreational vehicle (RV) travelers alike. Kings Island Camp Cedar is owned by Small Brothers, LLC and Terra Firma Associates, though through a partnership and licensing...

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California theme parks face closures again due to new stay-at-home order

Attractions Magazine Staff — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 18:29:58 +0000

Theme parks in California are not out of the woods just yet, as it appears that many of those that have reopened in the wake of COVID-19 will now have to temporarily cease certain operations, thanks to a new regional stay-at-home order. The order, which affects residents of southern California and the San Joaquin Valley,...

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Six Flags Magic Mountain announces new ‘Holiday in the Park’ drive-thru event

Kayla Springmyer — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 22:09:31 +0000

This holiday season, Six Flags Magic Mountain is introducing an all-new socially distant drive-thru experience. Holiday in the Park offers guests of all ages the chance to celebrate from the safety and comfort of their own vehicles. The holiday event will feature eight different themed areas across 125 acres of the theme park. The eight...

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Raise a glass to the Holiday Wine Festival at Six Flags Great Adventure

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 14:16:16 +0000

On Nov. 14-15, 2020, guests at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, N.J. can sample sips from eight New Jersey wineries at the park’s Holiday Wine Festival. The Holiday Wine Festival will begin at 12:30 p.m. on each date inside the Merry Marketplace (near Justice League: Battle for Metropolis). In addition to wine-tasting, guests will...

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Knott’s Berry Farm rings in the holidays with Knott’s Taste of Merry Farm

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 12:30:00 +0000

Thanks to the positive response to its new “Taste” experiences, Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, Calif. has announced its next seasonal food and retail event, this time celebrating the merriest season of the year with Knott’s Taste of Merry Farm. The theme park remains closed, but Knott’s will still be transformed into a winter...

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California releases theme parks reopening guidelines, Disney says they’ll ‘keep us shuttered for the foreseeable future’

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 20:40:39 +0000

The State of California has shared the reopening guidelines for theme parks in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, but as a result, Disney and Universal likely won’t reopen for quite some time. According to the guidelines set, smaller theme parks can reopen when their respective counties are in Tier 3, which the state labels...

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Six Flags Great America’s ‘Holiday in the Park Lights’ returns as ‘Holiday Light Experience’

Susan and Simon Veness — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 12:30:00 +0000

As the 2020 holiday season kicks into gear, Six Flags Great America’s third annual “Holiday in the Park Lights” has morphed into the “Holiday Light Experience” for a health and safety conscious event that is no less magical. Although Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Ill., has been closed due to the ongoing pandemic, their...

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Trip Report: Kings Island celebrates the season with Tricks and Treats Fall Fest

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 05 Oct 2020 20:03:21 +0000

I think we can all agree that 2020 has had enough “horror” for the year, so when Kings Island, just like Cedar Point, decided to celebrate things a bit differently this year, it was understandable. There are no haunted houses, you won’t find jump scares and screams lurking at every corner, there is a distinct...

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You can own a piece of the Kings Island Vortex coaster

Susan and Simon Veness — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 21:37:34 +0000

The Vortex roller coaster at Kings Island is no longer in the park, but a piece of it can be yours to bring home. The Vortex steel roller coaster opened at the Mason, Ohio theme park in 1987, clocking in as the tallest full-circuit coaster in the world, and the first to invert riders six...

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Trip Report: Cedar Point provides tricks and treats for the whole family

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 19:09:09 +0000

This year has been challenging for everyone. Theme parks are doing the best they can to adapt to the changing times. Halloween Horror Nights has been cancelled and replaced by two daytime houses, Howl-O-Scream is only doing scare zones, and most parks have completely cancelled their events. Cedar Point has decided to go a more...

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Six Flags Darien Lake will remain closed through 2020

Kayla Springmyer — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 19:37:11 +0000

Six Flags Darien Lake announced in a statement that the park will remain closed through the rest of 2020 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The theme park—located in Buffalo, NY—is prioritizing the health and safety of both guests and team members. The statement reads as follows: Due to the ongoing pandemic, Six Flags Darien...

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Knott’s Berry Farm announces Taste of Fall-O-Ween event

Attractions Magazine Staff — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 20:33:23 +0000

While the theme park remains closed, Knott’s Berry Farm has announced a new family-friendly outdoor food and shopping experience to celebrate the Halloween and fall seasons: Knott’s Taste of Fall-O-Ween. The event will be held Fridays through Sundays starting Sept. 25, and guest of all ages can dress up in their best costumes to enjoy...

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Taste of Knott’s delights your taste buds

Jeff DePaoli — Tue, 25 Aug 2020 19:33:26 +0000

Most of Southern California’s theme and amusement parks remain closed due to the pandemic, but Knott’s Berry Farm has opened its gates once again. Granted, the rides and shows aren’t running, but it still feels great to have your feet walking around the grounds of a theme park during Taste of Knott’s. One of the...

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Buy a churro, get exclusive ride time at Six Flags parks

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 19:06:22 +0000

Select Six Flags parks are offering a delicious deal this weekend – and all you have to do is buy a churro! On Sunday, Aug. 23, guests can purchase a churro at participating food locations in order to receive a special event wristband to enjoy exclusive ride time. More information on ride times and participating...

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Six Flags announces a reimagined haunt season with Hallowfest

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 18 Aug 2020 21:08:40 +0000

Select Six Flags parks are bringing thrills and chills this Halloween with a new event for the whole family – Hallowfest. The event will offer “Thrills by Day” with family-friendly activities and “Chills by Night” with rides on roller coasters in the dark and spooky theming throughout the park. The event will begin in either...

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‘Tricks and Treats Fall Fest’ scares up fun at Cedar Point and Kings Island

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 15:13:18 +0000

There will be plenty of treats and very few tricks at the Tricks and Treats Fall Fest at Cedar Point and Kings Island theme parks in Ohio. Both family-friendly Halloween events will allow guests of all ages to safely enjoy the spookiest time of the year with themed food, activities, entertainment, seasonal merchandise, and of...

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Trip Report: Six Flags Great Adventure is the adventure you’ve been looking for

Attractions Magazine Staff — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 15:44:15 +0000

Six Flags is one of the largest theme park chains in the country, and is considered the budget chain by some due to their inexpensive “membership” prices and their willingness to clone rides. Six Flags parks often look identical, with a good number of the same rides being found at all their parks; from Batman...

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Trip Report: Six Flags America offers a decent, yet dated coaster collection

Attractions Magazine Staff — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 15:55:44 +0000

Six Flags America sits just outside of Washington, D.C. by about 9 miles in Maryland. It is a small Six Flags park with a semi-decent, if slightly dated, ride collection. The park boasts two wooden roller coasters, and seven steel coasters. There are a good number of flat rides, as well as a water park...

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Knott’s Berry Farm cancels Knott’s Scary Farm for 2020

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 21:45:30 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm’s annual haunt event, Knott’s Scary Farm, has officially been cancelled for this year. By Kayleen Padron Because of the inability to operate the event with the recommended CDC guidelines, Vice President and General Manager of Knott’s Berry Farm Jon Storbeck announced the cancellation in the park’s Aug. 4 update. “We know that...

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California’s Great America, Carowinds, and other Cedar Fair parks to remain closed for 2020; Others closing early

Matt Roseboom — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 21:25:01 +0000

Cedar Fair, one of the world’s largest regional amusement-resort operators, has decided to keep five of the parks they operate closed this year. Many of the ones already open, will close early for the season. Amid the pandemic, Cedar Fair has opened or reopened a total of seven parks this year, including Cedar Point and...

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Knott’s Berry Farm introduces a delicious new summer event

Samantha Davis-Friedman — Mon, 03 Aug 2020 15:07:50 +0000

Expanding on the successful Taste of Calico event, Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, Calif. — California’s first theme park — is introducing Taste of Knott’s, an all-new summertime outdoor dining and retail experience beginning Aug. 21. Although the theme park remains closed (including all rides), Taste of Knott’s will feature favorite flavors from around...

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Trip Report: Passholder preview day at Cedar Point

Attractions Magazine Staff — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 16:55:45 +0000

Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio reopened to annual passholders with previously made reservations on July 9, 2020. Passholders for the 2020 season are allowed to make two single-day reservations at a time. We were informed that to enter the park we would need to agree to wear a mask for the entire stay and pass...

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Knott’s Berry Farm introduces Taste of Calico, a new outdoor food and retail experience

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 17:13:33 +0000

While Knott’s Berry Farm remains closed, Knott’s Ghost Town is the home of an all-new limited-time outdoor food and retail experience, Knott’s Taste of Calico. During this specially-ticketed outdoor event, guests will be able to stroll through the streets of Calico, sample Knott’s culinary offerings (including iconic boysenberry specialities), visit local crafters and shop at...

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Trip Report: Kings Island has a successful, busy reopening day

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 14 Jul 2020 19:29:04 +0000

Kings Island is the second Cedar Fair park to reopen. I went to Worlds of Fun on June 23rd to see their opening, and was excited to see how Kings Island would fair on their opening day, being a much larger park. By Justin S. Landers I had a feeling it would be much busier,...

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Trip Report: Six Flags St. Louis offers surprising safety protocols upon reopening

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 07 Jul 2020 15:52:24 +0000

Six Flags is often known for clones of rides across multiple park locations, relocating rides from park to park, and having an extremely affordable monthly membership. So, how is this theme park chain handling its safety protocol adjustments? Well, when I visited Six Flags St. Louis on June 25, I was excited to find out....

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Orion Giga coaster now open at Kings Island

Attractions Magazine Staff — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 15:01:45 +0000

Kings Island’s new Giga coaster, Orion, is now open to season passholders as part of the park’s phased reopening. Orion is the tallest (287 feet) and fastest roller coaster (91 miles per hour) with the longest first drop (300 feet) at Kings Island, and is the park’s longest steel roller coaster at 5,321 feet and...

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‘Light Up the Point’ fireworks return to Cedar Point this summer

Attractions Magazine Staff — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 16:47:35 +0000

The night sky above Cedar Point will be illuminated once again this summer when the Light Up the Point fireworks spectacular returns on Saturday, July 4. A patriotic soundtrack will join the nighttime display, broadcast live on Sandusky’s 102.7 FM (WCPZ). For a $20 donation per vehicle, guests can park in the main parking lot...

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Six Flags announces new mobile food ordering program

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 16:54:02 +0000

Six Flags has announced a planned rollout of Mobile Food Ordering at its theme parks via the Six Flags app. This new program will offer guests a minimal to no-contact process to order and receive their food when visiting the Six Flags parks. “Social distancing is a key component of our operations. By utilizing Mobile...

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Cedar Fair sues Ohio in a bid to reopen Kings Island

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 16:48:00 +0000

In an effort to get Kings Island reopened to guests, the park’s parent company Cedar Fair is suing the Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Amy Acton and the Warren County Health District. UPDATE – 06/08/20: Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has said that the state’s amusement parks and casinos, including Kings Island, can reopen as...

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Interview: Evolv powers Six Flags’ new touch-less way to go through theme park security

Seth Kubersky — Fri, 29 May 2020 21:00:41 +0000

Imagine going through theme park security without having to open all your bags and allowing a security guard to look through your things, or not even having to put your bags into an x-ray machine. That may be the case soon at some Six Flags parks. As attractions begin reopening after their coronavirus closures, theme...

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Six Flags shares new safety and health procedures for reopening

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 26 May 2020 19:26:41 +0000

When Six Flags reopens its parks to guests, extensive new safety measures and cleaning protocols will be implemented, along with new advanced technology systems to protect guests and employees. The parks will reopen once it is safe to do so, once they receive clearance from their respective Governor’s Offices in conjunction with state and local...

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Cedar Point to honor everyday heroes with a Ticket of a Lifetime

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 19 May 2020 15:42:55 +0000

Cedar Point has decided to give back to those who help keep our communities safe and healthy in the midst of the global pandemic with a chance to win the Ticket of a Lifetime. UPDATE – 06/11/20: Cedar Point has announced the winners of the Everyday Heroes Ticket of a Lifetime contest. Because of the...

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Six Flags announces new guest reservation system to ensure social distancing

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 13 May 2020 15:56:18 +0000

Six Flags has announced the launch of their new guest reservation system, which will allow the parks to manage their daily attendance levels and ensure social distancing per CDC guidelines. “The health and safety of our guests and team members is always our highest priority and in the current environment, we certainly want to take...

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Cedar Point and Knott’s Berry Farm postpone their century celebrations

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 11 May 2020 15:30:04 +0000

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, Cedar Point and Knott’s Berry Farm have decided to postpone their milestone century celebrations that were scheduled to take place this year. Both Cedar Point and Knott’s Berry Farm, which are owned by Cedar Fair, shared an update on May 8, 2020 explaining new safety measures and operational changes...

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Six Flags to require advance reservations to visit upon reopening

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 05 May 2020 18:14:09 +0000

Six Flags has announced that all guests will be required to make advance reservations in order to visit their parks once they reopen. UPDATE – 05/13/20: Six Flags has shared new details about this guest reservation system, which you can learn more about here. In order to meet state social distancing guidelines and keep guests...

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Knott’s Berry Farm reopens Online Marketplace with curbside pickup

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 18:24:36 +0000

If you’re missing the tastes of Knott’s Berry Farm while the park is closed, you’re in luck — they’ve just reopened their Online Marketplace. Through the Online Marketplace, you can purchase your favorite Berry Market preserves, jams, gourmet foods, and gifts. The best part? Both shipping and curbside pickup are available! Some of the products...

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Photo Update: Flying above California’s empty theme parks

Tharin White — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 22:23:48 +0000

This is truly a strange time that we have never seen before; theme parks, convention centers, beaches, and other public places have fully shut down in an attempt to stop the ongoing health crisis. Micah Muzio on Youtube took to the skies to showcase what some of these theme parks look like now. Muzio’s channel...

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A look at the history of the log flume ride

Jake Goldberg — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 21:03:50 +0000

Many of us have an early childhood memory of our very first log flume ride, whether it was a ride through Splash Mountain at Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm’s Timber Mountain, or perhaps a local rendition at a nearby state amusement park. There is a sort of shared experience we all have of climbing those rickety...

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As some U.S. theme parks delay openings to mid-May, some in Asia reopen

Attractions Magazine Staff — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 20:41:33 +0000

As the current global health crisis surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to be evaluated, Cedar Fair announced today their parks would be delaying their reopening even further. Although this is happening in the U.S., with possibly more delays on the way, it appears that some theme parks in Asia have started to reopen their doors....

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Six Flags parks begin closures across the US due to coronavirus

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 17:36:49 +0000

Six Flags have begun to close their parks across the U.S. as a result of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. UPDATE – 03/31/20: Six Flags has announced that all the company’s parks will remain closed until mid-May, or “as soon as possible thereafter.” The company will continue to monitor the ever-changing global health crisis and...

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Knott’s Berry Farm to temporarily close due to coronavirus

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 15:28:38 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm has joined many other major theme parks in the U.S. by announcing it will temporarily close due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. UPDATE – 03/20/20: Knott’s Berry Farm has extended its closure to mid-May, as announced in a tweet, which you can read below: The park will close on March 14, and...

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Six Flags issues statement on coronavirus; hires infectious disease advisor

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 15:32:29 +0000

Six Flags‘ President and CEO Mike Spanos has shared an update with guests concerning the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the measures the parks are taking to keep guests and employees safe. You can read Spanos’ full statement from a recent Six Flags guest newsletter below: The top priority at Six Flags is the safety and the...

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Cedar Point announces exclusive 150th anniversary season ‘sneak peek’ events

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:11:50 +0000

In two months, Cedar Point will celebrate its 150th anniversary season when it kicks off on Saturday, May 9. To celebrate, the park is offering new pre-opening experiences to get the party started. Check out the lineup of events below: Just for Fun Weekend Start the 150th anniversary season in retro style on May 2-3...

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Knott’s Boysenberry Festival returns with sweet new food items this March

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 18:05:56 +0000

The Knott’s Boysenberry Festival is on its way, ready to celebrate the historic roots of Knott’s Berry Farm by highlighting the little berry that started it all. This year’s festival will offer more than 75 boysenberry-inspired creations crafted by the Knott’s culinary team. Guests will have the opportunity to try everything from savory foods with...

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Cedar Point launching ‘Ticket of a Lifetime’ sweepstakes

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 17:16:51 +0000

Cedar Point’s 150th anniversary celebration is rapidly approaching, and to celebrate, the park is offering guests the chance to win free admission for life with the Ticket of a Lifetime sweepstakes. Starting Monday, Feb. 24 and running through Aug. 16, guests will have their first chance to win this Ticket of a Lifetime, which offers...

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The Attractions Show! – Epcot Festival of the Arts, West Coast Racers and Brevard Renaissance Fair

Banks Lee — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 20:15:00 +0000

Hosts Jessie Reitz and Quinn Roseboom bring you this week’s theme park and attraction news. On this week’s episode of The Attractions Show: Banks gets a look at the 2020 Epcot International Festival of the Arts Mike from Laughing Place takes a ride on West Coast Racers at Six Flags Magic Mountain Quinn explores the...

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Peanuts Celebration returns to Knott’s Berry Farm with new stage show

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 21:47:04 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm is welcoming back their Peanuts Celebration on Jan. 25, inviting guests to step into the world of Charles M. Schulz comic strips as the characters take over the park. Running on weekends through March 1, guests can enjoy special activities themed to the Peanuts, including a brand-new stage show, “Happiness Is…” Offerings...

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West Coast Racers now open at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 18:13:38 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain has opened the latest addition to its coaster lineup — West Coast Racers, the world’s first single-track quadruple racing coaster. This unique racing coaster features two side-by-side tracks with four individual high-speed launches. Riders sit two across as they race head-to-head with other cars on the twin track. The ride experience...

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All major U.S. roller coasters opening in 2020

Tharin White — Tue, 07 Jan 2020 16:44:26 +0000

Roller coasters are the big-time attention grabbers of the theme park world. 2020 is the beginning of a new decade and with it comes numerous new attractions for thrill-seekers. Candymonium Location: Hersheypark Arriving this summer, Candymonium is the tallest, fastest, longest, and sweetest coaster in Hersheypark. From the distinctive Hershey’s candy theme to the memorable thrills around every turn, Bolliger...

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Build-A-Bear Workshop to open at Knott’s Berry Farm

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:36:31 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with lots of surprises – one of them being the opening of a new Build-A-Bear Workshop! On Tuesday, Jan. 28, the new store will open in the California Market Place, behind Virginia’s Golf Shop and Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant. Keeping with the park’s Old...

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First look at West Coast Racers at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 15:56:36 +0000

When you call yourself the “Thrill Capital of the World,” you better deliver on that promise – with West Coast Racers, Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, Calif. definitely does. By Samantha Davis-Friedman The 260-acre theme park is already home to the largest number of roller coasters in the world, but on Jan. 9, they’re...

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Cedar Point reveals list of announcements for 150th anniversary

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 21:27:47 +0000

With just 150 days until the start of Cedar Point’s 150th anniversary season, the park has revealed new attractions, features and additions that will arrive in 2020. Here are the announcements from today’s livestream reveal: Ticket of a Lifetime Starting in February, guests can enter to win this Ticket of a Lifetime – a ticket...

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Celebrate the most wonderful time of year with Six Flags Holiday in the Park

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 17:57:06 +0000

Six Flags is inviting guests of all ages to spend this Christmas at Holiday in the Park, the annual winter event offered at 13 Six Flags parks across the country. Holiday in the Park features plenty of themed entertainment, festive food offerings, and Six Flags’ collection of roller coasters, rides, and attractions. For the first...

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Six Flags parks to host Polar Coaster Challenge this winter

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 19:55:24 +0000

Six Flags parks are participating in a unique winter event this year – the Polar Coaster Challenge. The Polar Coaster Challenge will be held at Six Flags America, Six Flags Great America, Six Flags St. Louis, and Six Flags Great Adventure & Safari, though each park will present the challenge in their own way. Six...

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Celebrate Christmas with Snoopy at Knott’s Merry Farm 2019 starting Nov. 22

Seth Kubersky — Sat, 16 Nov 2019 17:36:34 +0000

Snoopy and the Peanuts gang are helping turn Knott’s Berry Farm into Knott’s Merry Farm 2019, featuring an all-new Christmas show, from November 22, through January 5, 2020. Knott’s Merry Farm brings the spirits of the holidays to life by transforming the park into a classic winter wonderland with thousands of dazzling lights and festive...

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Harley Quinn Spinsanity coming to Six Flags America in 2020

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 19:02:19 +0000

The tallest and fastest pendulum ride in the DMV (District, Maryland, Virginia) area, Harley Quinn Spinsanity, is coming to Six Flags America in 2020. This attraction will spin and swing as it takes riders to new heights, reaching a top speed of 70 miles per hour and a maximum swing height of 15 stories at...

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New ‘Bear-y Tales’ dark ride coming to Knott’s Berry Farm

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 21:13:42 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm is celebrating 100 years in 2020, and part of that celebration will be the opening of an all-new 4-D interactive dark ride inspired by the classic Bear-y Tales attraction. “Knott’s Bear-y Tales: Return to the Fair” will take guests on an exciting journey through reimagined show scenes inspired by the original dark...

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Cedar Point’s Town Hall Museum collection to go to auction

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 16:31:17 +0000

On Monday, Nov. 18, a collection of historical amusement park artifacts will go up for auction at Gray’s Auctioneers in Cleveland, Ohio – pieces from the Cedar Point Town Hall Museum. To make way for a new collection that will debut next year for the park’s 150th anniversary, 160 lots of vintage arcade games, antique...

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Six Flags Over Georgia to host 6th annual Spooky Walk-N-Wag

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 15:01:46 +0000

This year, Six Flags Over Georgia will bring back the annual Spooky Walk-N-Wag Dog Walk and Costume Parade for this year’s Fright Fest. On Sunday, Oct. 27, owners can dress their dogs up in their best Halloween costume and bring them to the park. Participation is open to the public, but each dog owner will...

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Six Flags America, Six Flags Magic Mountain place bets on MLB playoffs

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 04 Oct 2019 18:55:58 +0000

Six Flags America and Six Flags Magic Mountain have placed their bets on the upcoming MLB playoff game between the Washington Nationals and the Los Angeles Dodgers. UPDATE – 10/11/19: Round two of this park vs. park bet has begun! The Nationals came out on top, and so did Six Flags America. The win over...

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Kings Island announces closure of Vortex roller coaster

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 16:17:14 +0000

Kings Island has announced that its classic coaster, Vortex, is set to close this fall. The coaster originally opened in 1987 as the tallest, full-circuit roller coaster with the highest drop in the world and the first roller coaster in the world with six inversions. While most coasters of this style usually last 25-30 years,...

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Knott’s Spooky Farm 2019 brings back Halloween fun for younger guests

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 21:25:41 +0000

The family-friendly daytime Halloween event, Knott’s Spooky Farm, returns starting Sept. 28 for spooky good times at Knott’s Berry Farm. Families with little ghouls ages 3-11 can celebrate the spooky season as the park is transformed with themed decorations and fun. There will be Halloween-themed activities including trick-or-treating, new shows, pumpkin decorating, and the Peanuts...

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Cedar Point’s HalloWeekends opens on Friday the 13th with a zombie wedding

Seth Kubersky — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 17:10:18 +0000

This Friday the 13th, six Ohio couples will say “Till death do us part” in the presence of friends and fiends as Cedar Point kicks off its 23rd annual HalloWeekends haunted event with a zombie wedding. Cedar Point guests are invited (no RSVP required) to watch the HalloWeekends wedding celebration at 6:30 p.m. on Sept....

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Full lineup for Knott’s Scary Farm 2019, featuring new maze ‘Wax Works’

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 18:20:12 +0000

New nightmares and classic scares will emerge from the fog when Knott’s Scary Farm returns for its 47th year. From Sept. 19 – Nov. 2, Knott’s Berry Farm will be transformed with 14 haunted attractions, including 4 scare zones and 9 mazes, along with a seasonal overlay to the Timber Mountain Log Ride. Check out...

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Six Flags Parks announces new coasters, waterslides and more coming in 2020

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 17:49:33 +0000

Six Flags has announced its lineup of roller coasters, family rides, waterslides and other new attractions that will open at the parks across North America in 2020. The regional theme park company is also adding the Hurricane Harbor name to three more of their waterparks as they continue with renovations. “This is our biggest and...

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Six Flags Qiddiya announced, Saudi Arabia’s first family-oriented theme park

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 19:50:55 +0000

The park design has been unveiled for Six Flags Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia’s first family-oriented theme park, which is being built just outside of Riyadh. “Our vision is to make Six Flags Qiddiya a theme park that delivers all the thrills and excitement that audiences from all over the world have come to expect from the...

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Carowinds announces new mat racing waterslide, Grand Carnivale festival

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 15:50:06 +0000

A new waterslide racing attraction is coming to Carowinds in summer 2020, along with a nighttime international festival and street party. On Boogie Board Racer, the longest mat racing slide in the Southeast, guests will ascend to almost 60 feet, take a mat and choose one of six lanes where they’ll wait for the green...

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Knott’s Berry Farm celebrates 100th anniversary with ‘A Knott’s Family Reunion’

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 19:17:57 +0000

In 2020, Knott’s Berry Farm will celebrate its 100th anniversary with “A Knott’s Family Reunion,” a summer-long event that pays tribute to the Knott family’s history. Guests will be immersed in this once-in-a-lifetime celebration that features festive décor, themed food and beverage items, entertainment, exclusive merchandise, and more surprises. More details on “A Knott’s Family...

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Kings Island announces Orion giga coaster for 2020

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 04:20:27 +0000

A new roller coaster is joining the lineup at Kings Island in 2020 – Orion, one of only seven giga coasters in the world, a class of roller coasters that have a height or drop of 300-399 feet. Orion will be themed to the park’s new Area 72, and will feature “the latest prototype vehicle...

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Cedar Point launches new Gold Pass for park’s 150th anniversary

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 16:28:27 +0000

Cedar Point is celebrating 150 years of fun in 2020, and to commemorate the anniversary, the park is launching the new, limited-edition Gold Pass. This pass, retailing for $99, offers unlimited access to next year’s anniversary celebration as well as unlimited visits to Cedar Point and its waterpark for the rest of 2019, including HalloWeekends....

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The Joker Carnival of Chaos pendulum ride opens at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 22:39:48 +0000

Six Flags Fiesta Texas opened a brand-new ride this past month, The Joker Carnival of Chaos – the world’s tallest pendulum ride. Standing at a record-breaking 17 stories high, this giant disk reaches speeds up to 75 miles per hour as it swings back and forth and higher and higher to give riders intense views...

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Calypso Springs expansion now open at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 22:12:28 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure has debuted its major waterpark expansion with the addition of Calypso Springs. The new activity pool is Six Flags Hurricane Harbor’s largest new attraction since its opening in 2000. “Hurricane Harbor is an industry leader with the biggest and best water slides and thrilling, interactive family attractions. This is the perfect...

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Cedar Point Nights turns up the heat July 12 – Aug. 18

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 17:57:48 +0000

When the sun goes down, the fun begins at Cedar Point with Cedar Point Nights, happening now through Aug. 18. Every night, guests can customize their experience, whether it be unwinding by a fire pit or dancing the night away to live music and DJs. Lakeside Beach Music Festival New for this year, along the...

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Moonmania coming to Six Flags St. Louis July 16 to celebrate Apollo 11

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 08 Jul 2019 21:02:58 +0000

Guests visiting Six Flags St. Louis can experience an out-of-this-world event with Moonmania, a celebration of the first Moon landing, running from July 16-20. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing, the park is offering a galaxy full of activities in the Palace Gardens area. Check out the lineup below: Howl...

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Six Flags teams up with Atari for RollerCoaster Tycoon Touch mobile game

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 04 Jul 2019 20:03:41 +0000

Six Flags is bringing their real-world thrills to your fingertips, as they’ve now teamed up with Atari to add new Six Flags-themed aspects to the RollerCoaster Tycoon Touch mobile game! This free-to-play, 3D theme park simulator allows players to create, build, manage and share their own unique theme park creations. Six Flags attractions are now...

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Six Flags parks to celebrate a Coca-Cola Fourth, largest Coke toast

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 15:53:39 +0000

Six Flags and Coca-Cola are inviting guests to share the fun of thrill rides and an ice-cold Coke during the annual Coca-Cola July 4th Fest. UPDATE – 07/04/19: Six Flags has officially set the new world record for the ‘Biggest 4th of July Toast in the U.S.A.’ A total of 22,555 guests and team members...

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Wonder Woman Lasso of Truth opens at Six Flags Great Adventure

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 15:51:30 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure has opened the new record-holder for the world’s tallest pendulum ride, Wonder Woman Lasso of Truth. Standing at 17 stories tall, this spinning disk pendulum ride reaches speeds up to 75 miles per hour as it spins and swings to great heights. “Innovation is part of the Six Flags DNA and...

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Batman: The Ride 4D roller coaster now open at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Seth Kubersky — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 21:12:35 +0000

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is now home to the West Coast’s first free-spinning 4D roller coaster, now that Batman: The Ride has opened as the 11th coaster at the Northern Californian park. On the new Batman: The Ride, riders are suspended outward on either side of the track as the cars flip continuously throughout the...

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Cyborg Hyper Drive spinning ride now open at Six Flags New England

Seth Kubersky — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 20:43:58 +0000

The Justice League’s mostly metallic member has a new amusement ride to call his own, because Six Flags New England recently opened Cyborg Hyper Drive, a hi-tech spinning attraction featuring futuristic lighting and sound effects. Cyborg Hyper Drive is an extreme, new dark ride experience and the first dark ride to premiere at Six Flags New...

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The Attractions Show – Calico River Rapids at Knott’s; Dolphin Interaction at SeaWorld; latest news

Banks Lee — Thu, 30 May 2019 19:57:51 +0000

Hosts Elisa Rodriguez and Banks Lee bring you this week’s theme park and attraction news. On this week’s episode of The Attractions Show: Victoria heads to Knott’s Berry Farm to take a trip down the Calico River Rapids Junior reporter Lindalee gets up-close with some dolphins at SeaWorld San Diego News in the Queue: Sleeping...

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Six Flags Over Georgia opens ‘Pandemonium,’ tallest swing ride in the Southeast

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 28 May 2019 16:24:47 +0000

Six Flags Over Georgia recently opened the tallest swinging pendulum ride in the Southeast, Pandemonium, in the park’s new ScreamPunk section. Standing at 15 stories tall, this thrill ride takes riders back and forth at speeds up to 70 miles per hour while rotating counterclockwise- going higher and higher as they get unique views of...

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SkyScreamer, New York’s tallest thrill ride, now open at Six Flags Darien Lake

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 20 May 2019 20:47:43 +0000

Six Flags Darien Lake in New York has opened its newest attraction, Six Flags SkyScreamer – now the tallest thrill ride in the state, standing at 242 feet high. “Six Flags continues to lead the way in innovation as we bring the state’s tallest ride to Western New York. We are thrilled to add this...

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Firebird floorless coaster debuts at Six Flags America

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 17 May 2019 20:50:20 +0000

Six Flags America, located in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. area, has opened its first and only floorless roller coaster, Firebird. This new coaster has custom, state-of-the-art trains to provide a sleeker and more thrilling experience as guests fly along a half-mile of track for a heart-racing experience. “Six Flags is the undisputed industry leader...

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Monster Jam Thunder Alley coming to Cedar Point

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 17 May 2019 18:16:17 +0000

Cedar Point’s summer is about to get even bigger when Monster Jam Thunder Alley roars into the park from May 18 – June 30. UPDATE – 06/11/19: The Monster Jam Thunder Alley experience is slated to tour select Cedar Fair parks, including: Cedar Point – Sandusky, Ohio May 18 – June 30, 2019 Kings Dominion...

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Starline Tours starts Hopper Express bus service between Disneyland and Hollywood

Seth Kubersky — Mon, 13 May 2019 19:03:51 +0000

Southern California visitors have a new option for avoiding driving themselves down I-5, because Starline Tours is now offering a daily Hopper Express bus service with round-trip transportation between the Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. The Starline Hopper Express shuttle bus, which launched earlier this month, connects Los Angeles visitors directly from the company’s...

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Summer 2019 to bring new adventures to Knott’s Berry Farm

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 20:07:46 +0000

There’s something for everyone this summer at Knott’s Berry Farm, from an all-new attraction to the return of immersive western adventures! Tales of the Wild West will continue this summer with the return of the award-winning, interactive Ghost Town Alive!, running on select nights from May 24 – Sept. 2. Guests can visit the town...

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DC Universe area coming to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 20:09:03 +0000

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom has announced a new area themed to DC Universe is coming to the park later this year. This themed section of the park will feature Batman: The Ride, Northern California’s first 4D free-fly roller coaster; and the newly reimagined The Flash: Vertical Velocity, a high-speed launch coaster. These two attractions will...

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Celebrate National Boysenberry Day at Knott’s Berry Farm

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 18:13:06 +0000

Today just got a little sweeter, as April 3 is National Boysenberry Day, and Knott’s Berry Farm is celebrating in a big way! The boysenberry is a hybrid berry made of blackberry, raspberry, and loganberry. In 1932, Walter and Cordelia Knott made their mark by being the first to successfully harvest the berry. The Knott...

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Visiting Knott’s Berry Farm for the First Time – Attractions Adventures

Banks Lee — Mon, 18 Mar 2019 00:18:38 +0000

Join Banks Lee as he heads to Buena Park, Calif. to explore Knott’s Berry Farm for the first time! From the rides to the shows to the Boysenberry, there’s lots to see. From California to Asia, to Europe and everywhere in-between, join our adventurers as they explore theme parks and places of interest around the...

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Knott’s Boysenberry Festival offers a month of berry good fun

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 19:40:44 +0000

The Knott’s Boysenberry Festival is back at Knott’s Berry Farm starting March 29, and this year’s expanded event will offer over 75 boysenberry-inspired creations crafted by the park’s culinary team. From March 29 – April 28, guests can try all sorts of dishes, ranging from savory foods with a boysenberry twist to one-of-a-kind desserts and...

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Cedar Point announces signature festival, new restaurants for 2019

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 16:49:34 +0000

Cedar Point has announced that they’ll be adding new dining locations and a summertime street celebration in Frontier Town for 2019. Bringing a taste of Italy to the park is Hugo’s Italian Kitchen, which will serve traditional Italian fare. Some of the menu’s highlights include hand-made pasta, fresh pizzas baked in a large open-flamed brick...

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Introducing ‘Coming Attractions’ – a new addition to ‘Attractions Magazine’

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 20:42:05 +0000

Do you ever feel like there’s too much to keep up with in the theme park world? Are all these announcements of new attractions, restaurants and more making you dizzy? The newest addition to our magazine and website, “Coming Attractions,” is here to help! Coming Attractions is a continuously-updated breakdown of everything coming to the...

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Six Flags is rebranding Darien Lake and two Wet & Wild parks

Seth Kubersky — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 19:42:54 +0000

The Six Flags attraction family is expanding once again, as New York’s Darien Lake and the Wet & Wild waterparks in Phoenix and Houston are being rebranded under the Six Flags banner. Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest regional theme park company and largest operator of waterparks in North America, today announced that three...

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The Attractions Show – Lunar New Year at Universal Hollywood; Peanuts Celebration; latest news

Banks Lee — Thu, 07 Feb 2019 12:46:58 +0000

Hosts Elisa Rodriguez and Quinn Roseboom bring you this week’s theme park and attraction news. On this week’s episode of The Attractions Show: Tiffany heads to Universal Studios Hollywood to see how they are celebrating the Lunar New Year Victoria checks out the Peanuts Celebration at Knott’s Berry Farm News in the Queue: A glitter...

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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor announces largest expansion in park history with Calypso Springs

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 25 Jan 2019 17:30:51 +0000

Six Flags Great Adventure’s water park, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, has announced a major addition for 2019 with a massive activity pool called Calypso Springs. This new activity pool will be the water park’s largest new attraction since it opened in 2000. “This enormous new pool, expansive lounge deck and dining area will offer the...

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Play in the world of the Peanuts gang during Knott’s Berry Farm’s Peanuts Celebration

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 04 Jan 2019 20:51:03 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm is jump-starting their 2019 with two additional weekends of the Knott’s Peanuts Celebration. UPDATE – 01/30/19: Due to popular demand, two additional dates have been added to the Knott’s Peanuts Celebration. Guests can now enjoy these festivities on Monday, Feb. 11 and Friday, Feb. 15. The extended celebration of Charles M. Schulz’s...

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Six Flags launches new Weather Guarantee at all parks

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 22:09:25 +0000

Six Flags has launched a new Weather Guarantee ticket which will allow guests to avoid poor weather at the parks, and give them the chance to use their ticket on another day. This guarantee applies to “Choose Your Day” tickets, and allows guests to use their ticket on any other public operating day at the...

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Knott’s Berry Farm to ring in 2019 with fireworks display, one-night-only entertainment

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 22:41:42 +0000

The countdown to 2019 is on and Knott’s Berry Farm is prepping to celebrate with special fireworks, live entertainment, and extended park hours. Unique, one-night-only entertainment for all ages will include a family-friendly comedian, dance lessons, and more. Guests can count down to the New Year with music, party hats, noisemakers, and plenty of fun....

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‘Pirates of the Deep Sea’ ride coming to Six Flags Fiesta Texas in 2019

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 21:09:29 +0000

Six Flags Fiesta Texas is kicking off the new year with the opening of a brand-new dark ride on Jan. 1, 2019: Pirates of the Deep Sea. This dark ride will be a gaming experience that pits guests’ cunning skills against a marauding band of pirates who try to swindle them out of stolen treasure....

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Six Flags’ Holiday in the Park expands to two more parks for 2018

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 16:38:41 +0000

’Tis the season for sparkling lights, Christmas memories, and plenty of roller coasters as Six Flags kicks off its annual holiday event, Holiday in the Park. This year’s event is expanding to two more Six Flags Parks, Six Flags Great America near Chicago, Ill. and Frontier City in Oklahoma City, Ok. Guests can also enjoy...

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Knott’s Berry Farm announces Calico River Rapids ride, re-theming Bigfoot Rapids

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 18:50:35 +0000

A new expedition awaits with the debut of Calico River Rapids, opening at Knott’s Berry Farm in summer 2019. Knott’s popular white water raft ride, Bigfoot Rapids, will undergo a major renovation to add new features to the attraction, including new animatronics, themed show scenes, a new story overlay, and dynamic water effects. Calico River...

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Knott’s Merry Farm 2018 to bring the holidays to life

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 15:54:46 +0000

From Nov. 16, 2018 – Jan. 6, 2019 guests can experience a full park transformation at Knott’s Merry Farm, including their largest Christmas display ever and all-new seasonal décor. Guests of all ages can enjoy a variety of fun holiday shows during Knott’s Merry Farm. One of these is “Merry Christmas, Snoopy!,” the ice show...

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Six Flags Magic Mountain, Six Flags New England place wager on World Series win

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 21:05:22 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain and its sister park Six Flags New England have placed a friendly wager on the upcoming World Series game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Boston Red Sox. Magic Mountain will be rooting, naturally, for the Dodgers, six-time World Series Champions, as they take on the Red Sox in Boston....

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Knott’s Berry Farm offering free admission to military personnel this winter

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 16:03:16 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm is honoring U.S. veterans, both active and retired personnel, with free park admission during its Military Tribute Days. This limited-time offer is valid to all past and present armed forces personnel and one guest. Six additional tickets can be picked up for the rest of the family at a discounted price of...

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VIDEOS: Full house walkthroughs from Knott’s Scary Farm 2018

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 17:55:34 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm’s annual Halloween event, Knott’s Scary Farm, is back in Buena Park, Calif. with plenty of new thrills and chills to put a wicked smile on every haunt fan. Check out our descriptions and full videos of each house at this year’s Knott’s Scary Farm below: The Depths The Nightwatch Mining Crew has...

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Six Flags to host cockroach eating contest at select parks during Fright Fest

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 28 Sep 2018 20:18:03 +0000

Back by popular demand, Six Flags is hosting a cockroach eating contest at select parks during their annual Fright Fest event. Six Flags Great Escape and Six Flags New England will be taking part in the tastebud temptation, each offering their own challenge to guests: stomaching a 3-inch hissing Madagascar cockroach. Six Flags Great Escape...

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Six Flags St. Louis challenges guests to stay in coffin for 30 hours

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 17:00:23 +0000

To celebrate “30 Years of Screams,” Six Flags St. Louis is challenging guests to spend 30 hours inside of a real coffin for a chance to win $300. UPDATE – 09/27/18: In response to the reported 25,000 people who registered for the Coffin Challenge, Six Flags will roll out this unique competition to all other Six...

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West Coast Racers, world’s first racing launch coaster, to open at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 04 Sep 2018 21:06:52 +0000

West Coast Racers, the world’s first racing launch coaster, is set to open at Six Flags Magic Mountain in 2019. Check out West Coast Racers, the world’s first racing launch coaster, coming to Six Flags Magic Mountain. This coaster will feature two side-by-side tracks with four high-speed launches, 14 track crossovers, four inversions, side-by-side airtime...

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Everything you need to know about Knott’s Scary Farm 2018

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 18:38:11 +0000

The horrific world of Knott’s Scary Farm returns for its 46th season this year, and every inch of the park will be covered with new scares, prowling creatures, and plenty of twists and frights for guests to get their scare on. This year, those brave enough to attend will make their way through 14 haunted...

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Six Flags announces DC Super Hero-themed attractions, world’s first racing launch coaster and more for 2019

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 18:23:14 +0000

Six Flags, the world’s largest regional theme park company, announced a huge collection of world record-breaking roller coasters and attractions today, along with park upgrades and rebranding for 2019. “Year after year, Six Flags raises the bar to deliver unparalleled, world-class thrills for guests of all ages. Our 2019 lineup is by far the most...

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Six Flags’ Fright Fest to bring ‘Hell Fest’ movie to life

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 22 Aug 2018 22:20:11 +0000

As reported by Blooloop, Six Flags and CBS Films are teaming up to launch new haunted attractions based on the “Hell Fest” film during the theme park’s Fright Fest event. “Hell Fest” mazes will come to Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, Calif.; Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson N.J.; and Six Flags Great America...

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‘Forbidden Frontier’ to replace Dinosaurs Alive! at Cedar Point

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 22 Aug 2018 22:09:58 +0000

Cedar Point has announced a new interactive area called “Forbidden Frontier” will open next year, and is set to replace Dinosaurs Alive! Dinosaurs Alive! has been a part of Cedar Point since 2012, but will close to make way for the new experience on Sept. 3. Tony Clark, a spokesman for Cedar Point, said that...

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The Apocalypse takes its last stand at Six Flags America

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 23:01:37 +0000

Six Flags America, located in Washington, D.C., has announced that its stand-up coaster, Apocalypse: The Last Stand, will close forever on Saturday, Sept. 8. Apocalypse has ruled as the only stand-up roller coaster in Maryland and has given over 1.6 million rides since its 2012 debut. With thematic elements like a plane crash, fiery explosions...

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A day at Elitch Gardens, a former Six Flags park in Denver

Matt Roseboom — Fri, 03 Aug 2018 16:05:24 +0000

I recently had a chance to visit Elitch Gardens theme park during a visit to Denver, Colorado. The park used to be be a Six Flags park, but it’s now independently owned. It’s a fun seasonal amusement park with a connected water park. Here are some highlights of my visit. The entrance to the Elitch...

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Woman gives birth to baby boy at Six Flags Over Georgia

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 15:50:20 +0000

A trip to Six Flags Over Georgia’s Hurricane Harbor was made unforgettable for one Georgia mother when she suddenly went into labor at the water park. Originally reported by Fox 5 Atlanta, Crusita was enjoying Hurricane Harbor with her daughter on Monday, July 23 when she went into labor. The park’s EMT team was called,...

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Six Flags Over Georgia to host SuperHero CoasterTHON this August

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 19:22:56 +0000

Six Flags Over Georgia is hosting a 6-hour coaster marathon to raise funds and awareness for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, one of the country’s top pediatric healthcare organizations. This year, the 7th annual CoasterThon will be held on Friday, Aug. 3. Those who register for the fundraiser will compete for a spot to ride Blue...

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Harley Quinn Spinsanity now open at Six Flags Over Texas

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 20:25:54 +0000

Six Flags Over Texas’ latest DC-themed thrill ride, Harley Quinn Spinsanity, is now officially open to guests. Inspired by the movement of a gyroscope, this record-breaking attraction takes guests through gravity-defying flips, turns and twists. The ride now joins the ranks of the park’s Gotham City section, alongside The Joker, Catwoman Whip, and The Riddler...

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CraZanity, world’s tallest pendulum ride, now open at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 18:48:11 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain has debuted its newest attraction, CraZanity, the world’s tallest pendulum ride. Standing at 170 feet in the air, this huge disk ride hits speeds of up to 75 miles per hour and it moves back and forth, going higher and higher in the sky. “Six Flags is known world-wide for the...

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Cedar Point Nights bring fireworks, music, and lakeside fun this summer

Brittani Tuttle — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 18:09:45 +0000

Cedar Point is celebrating nighttime at the park now through Aug. 19, by hosting plenty of activities, entertainment, and fun during Cedar Point Nights. The fun can be found in five separate “zones,” with each one hosting something for everyone to enjoy: Fire and Ice Zone In this zone, located inside the park, a 12-piece...

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Celebrate National Fried Chicken Day at Knott’s Berry Farm

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 16:11:34 +0000

To honor Cordelia Knott, wife of Walter Knott, for her many contributions to Knott’s Berry Farm, the park is celebrating National Fried Chicken Day on Friday, July 6 at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant. Mrs. Knott’s famous fried chicken dinners put Knott’s Berry Farm on the map, making it a must-stop for roadside attractions since...

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This year’s Midsummer Scream to features a ‘Halloween theme park’ inside the convention

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 14:25:06 +0000

Over 20,000 fans of all things horror will travel to the Long Beach Convention Center this July for the third-annual Midsummer Scream, which will feature an even bigger Hall of Shadows than years past, occupying 80,000 square feet of the convention. “Hall of Shadows is a Halloween theme park set up within the convention center...

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World Record game of tag held at Six Flags Over Texas with Ed Helms, Hannibal Buress and more

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 16:41:31 +0000

To celebrate the upcoming release of New Line Cinema’s latest film, “Tag,” cast members Ed Helms, Hannibal Buress, Jon Hamm, Jake Johnson and Jeremy Renner gathered fans at Six Flags Over Texas to play a record-breaking round of the classic playground game. Guests were invited to join the cast in an effort to break the...

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Six Flags Kids World announced for Nanjing in China

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 16:16:01 +0000

Six Flags recently announced three new parks for a new entertainment complex in Nanjing, China, and have now added a fourth gate — Six Flags Kids World — to the 2021 project. Six Flags Kids World, which will be the eleventh Six Flags park in China, is being built adjacent to the previously announced theme...

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Summer begins at Knott’s Berry Farm with the return of Ghost Town Alive!

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 29 May 2018 14:58:50 +0000

Warm weather and sunshine has arrived at Knott’s Berry Farm, and with it comes two new shows, as well as the return of the award-winning Ghost Town Alive! This summer’s entertainment offerings will take guests from a musical performance celebrating the beach culture of the Boardwalk, to experiencing life in the Old West. With Ghost...

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HangTime roller coaster now open at Knott’s Berry Farm

Banks Lee — Fri, 25 May 2018 13:00:16 +0000

Get ready to hang this summer on the surf-inspired coaster HangTime as it brings new thrills to the Boardwalk Area at Knott’s Berry Farm. This brand new coaster towers 150 feet over the Boardwalk area, showcasing inversions, mid-air suspensions and a beyond vertical drop – the steepest in California. HangTime ascends 15 stories up a...

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Six Flags adds five more parks to its US lineup

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 24 May 2018 15:19:16 +0000

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has announced a new purchase agreement with Premier Parks, LLC in order to acquire the lease rights to five theme parks. This agreement will expand Six Flag’s portfolio of U.S. parks to 25. “Today’s announcement represents another milestone in our strategic North American growth initiative to seek out park acquisitions that...

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Wonder Woman: Golden Lasso Coaster now open at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Tue, 15 May 2018 15:43:57 +0000

Superman and Batman better step aside, because DC Comics’ legendary Amazon has finally arrived with the grand opening of the Wonder Woman: Golden Lasso Coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. On May 12, 2018, Six Flags Fiesta Texas debuted the world’s first-ever single rail Wonder Woman themed roller coaster to the public. The attraction features...

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Midsummer Scream unleashes largest Hall of Shadows ever at Long Beach Convention Center this summer

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 01 May 2018 18:58:00 +0000

Midsummer Scream, the world’s largest horror and Halloween convention, has announced a larger Hall of Shadows dark zone than ever before for this year’s event. On July 28-29, guests will get the chance to explore the enormous dark zone, which will include more than 15 haunted attractions and displays, a scare zone featuring monsters from...

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DC Super Heroes Drop of Doom VR debuts at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 09 Apr 2018 14:14:53 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, has debuted a new virtual reality experience coming to one of the world’s tallest and fastest drop tower rides: DC Super Heroes Drop of Doom VR. For a limited time, guests can experience this new virtual reality ride experience at the park. Riders will...

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Celebrate all things boysenberry with the Knott’s Boysenberry Festival

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 20:31:33 +0000

The Knott’s Boysenberry Festival has officially opened at Knott’s Berry Farm. This annual food-inspired event celebrates the park’s historic roots by turning the spotlight onto the berry that started it all, the boysenberry. This year’s festival features over 75 new and returning boysenberry-inspired offerings created by Knott’s culinary team. In addition to those tasty treats,...

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Be among the first to ride Steel Vengeance at Cedar Point

Brittani Tuttle — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 17:50:35 +0000

Cedar Point and the LeBron James Family Foundation are giving park guests the chance to be the first public riders on the new hyper-hybrid roller coaster, Steel Vengeance. The Steel Vengeance First Rider Benefit will be held on Friday, April 27 from 6-10 p.m., and is a fundraising event to benefit the LeBron James Family...

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Cedar Point announces new season updates at Winter Chill Out 2018

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 19:00:22 +0000

Over 800 Cedar Point fans braved the cold on Saturday, Feb. 24, to learn about the arrival of Steel Vengeance, the return of Chick-fil-A, and other details of the Ohio park’s upcoming season at the Winter Chill Out 2018 event. Although no rides were running, a sold out crowd attended Cedar Point’s Winter Chill Out...

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Six Flags to fuel Discovery Kingdom and Magic Mountain with solar power

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 18:28:09 +0000

Guests at the Discovery Kingdom and Magic Mountain amusement parks in California can soon ride on sunshine while keeping their cars cool, because Six Flags has announced plans to cover their parking lots with solar power panels. As first reported by BusinessWire, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation in partnership with JLL, a global professional services firm...

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Knott’s Boysenberry Festival returns March 16-April 8 with new treats

Thu, 15 Feb 2018 18:26:06 +0000

Get ready to indulge in a bumper crop of fruity fun when Knott’s Boysenberry Festival returns to Knott’s Berry Farm on March 16 through April 8, featuring new berry-based treats and live entertainment. The Knott’s Boysenberry Festival is Knott’s Berry Farm‘s annual food-inspired event that celebrates the park’s historic roots by highlighting the little berry...

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Dress as Charlie Brown to help Knott’s Berry Farm break a world record

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 01 Feb 2018 16:18:10 +0000

Join Knott’s Berry Farm on Sunday, Feb. 4 as the park attempts to set a new Record for the most Charlie Browns gathered in one photo for Charlie Brown Day. Knott’s wants to celebrate Good Ol’ Charlie Brown in a memorable way, and invites guests to pay homage to their favorite blockhead by wearing his...

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Six Flags Great Adventure hopes to become world’s first solar-powered theme park

Tharin White — Mon, 29 Jan 2018 20:00:15 +0000

From America’s fastest, to world’s tallest and now world’s first. Six Flags Great Adventure seeks to be the first ever theme park to leave fossil fuels in the past. Six Flags Great Adventure and its partner KDC Solar announced construction will begin soon to make the New Jersey property the world’s first solar-powered theme park. The...

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Charlie Brown and Snoopy take over Knott’s Berry Farm for park-wide Knott’s Peanuts Celebration

Thu, 04 Jan 2018 20:45:43 +0000

Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and all of their comic-strip pals are taking over Knott’s Berry Farm for the first ever park-wide Knott’s Peanuts Celebration starting on Jan. 27, 2018. The Knott’s Peanuts Celebration, an all-new seasonal event dedicated to celebrating the Peanuts characters, invites guests to step inside the pages of a Charles M. Schulz comic...

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Ring in 2018 with Knott’s Berry Farm’s New Year’s Eve Celebration

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 28 Dec 2017 18:37:03 +0000

The countdown to 2018 is on at Knott’s Berry Farm, complete with live entertainment, midnight fireworks, and extended hours for this special one-night event. Guests can say goodbye to 2017 with entertaining activities, like a family-friendly comedian Chipper Lowell, salsa lessons, live bands throughout the park and more. Counting down to midnight, guests can party...

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Enjoy all things merry this holiday season at Knott’s Merry Farm

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 18:59:46 +0000

The holiday season is back at Knott’s Berry Farm, which transforms into Knott’s Merry Farm from Nov. 17 through Jan. 7, 2018. Guests can enjoy the sights and sounds of the season, as well as classic shows, like “Merry Christmas, Snoopy!,” the festive ice show; or stroll through the streets of Calico for seasonal treats...

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Knott’s Berry Farm offers free admission to US veterans, retired and current military personnel

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 18 Oct 2017 14:13:03 +0000

To honor U.S. veterans, both currently serving and retired, Knott’s Berry Farm is offering them free park admission during its Military Tribute Days. This offer is available to all past and presently serving armed forces personnel and one guest. Six additional tickets can be purchased at a discount of $35 each. This offer runs from...

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Knott’s Spooky Farm is family-friendly fun for Halloween season

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 23 Sep 2017 01:48:39 +0000

Knott’s Spooky Farm, the annual family-friendly Halloween event, is back from Sept. 30 through Oct. 29, and Halloween Day. The youthful event will feature activities for guests ages 3-11, and will include trick-or-treating, a costume contest, a Iive show with the Peanuts, and a Día de los Muertos Celebration. Kids can participate in trick-or-treating through...

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21st annual HalloWeekends returns to Cedar Point

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 16 Sep 2017 21:37:33 +0000

This weekend, Cedar Point’s HalloWeekends has returned for seven weekends of fright and fun. With six mazes, six scare zones, a parade and other Halloween-themed experiences, there’s plenty for guests to be scared of. When day turns to night at Cedar Point, the park transforms into a nightmare as Screamsters and other horrific creatures terrorize...

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Cedar Fair extends Peanuts licensing agreement to 2025

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 13 Sep 2017 21:12:35 +0000

Cedar Fair and Peanuts Worldwide have renewed their licensing agreement to have the Peanuts characters in Cedar Fair’s 11 theme parks until 2025. This agreement allows the parks to use the Peanuts characters in their attractions, entertainment and operations. “The renewed relationship between Cedar Fair and Peanuts Worldwide allows both companies to develop and extend...

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Knott’s Scary Farm has new nightmares in store for 45th season

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 07 Sep 2017 20:27:45 +0000

Southern California’s Halloween haunt event, Knott’s Scary Farm, returns for its 45th season with 13 themed mazes and the return of Elvira, Mistress of the Dark for her last performance at Scary Farm with an all-new show. Running for 25 nights from Sept. 21 through Oct. 31, this year’s Knott’s Scary Farm will include three...

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Knott’s Berry Farm announces HangTime, the only dive coaster on the West Coast

Brittani Tuttle — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 21:02:20 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm has announced its newest coaster, HangTime, an all-new steel rollercoaster that will be the only dive coaster on the West Coast. The coaster will open for the 2018 summer season, and stand at 150 feet over the Boardwalk area of the park. HangTime will take riders up a vertical lift hill and...

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All-new ‘hyper-hybrid’ roller coaster coming to Cedar Point in 2018

Brittani Tuttle — Wed, 16 Aug 2017 21:30:52 +0000

Cedar Point’s FrontierTown is getting a major update when Steel Vengeance comes to town in the spring of 2018. This new coaster will be the tallest, fastest and longest hybrid roller coaster in the world. Standing over 200 feet tall, this coaster design is made of a steel track built on a colossal wooden structure...

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Photo Update: Our first visit to Knott’s Berry Farm

Matt Roseboom — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 21:51:03 +0000

Although we’ve been reporting on Knott’s Berry Farm theme park for years, I recently had my first visit, along with my son Quinn. Here’s a bit of our fun day. If you don’t know, Knott’s Berry Farm is less than 30 minutes from the Disneyland Resort in Buena Park, Calif. It’s actually older than Disneyland....

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New details about Knott’s Scary Farm 2017 revealed at Midsummer Scream

Mon, 31 Jul 2017 16:16:05 +0000

New details about the haunts and shows at Knott’s Scary Farm 2017 were recently revealed at the Midsummer Scream horror convention. Knott’s Scary Farm, the largest Halloween experience in Southern California, unveiled “hair-raising” news and details about its 45th season at the Midsummer Scream Halloween festival. Knott’s held an exclusive panel for fans featuring Scary...

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Augmented and virtual reality return to Cedar Point with two experiences

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 10 Jun 2017 18:23:19 +0000

Guests are able to enjoy augmented and virtual reality experiences at Cedar Point now through Sept. 4, with “The Battle for Cedar Point” mobile game and Iron Dragon: VR. “The Battle for Cedar Point” mobile game enriches guests in-park adventures with augmented reality, complete with a new look, improved interactivity and game features. This free game...

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Ghost Town Alive! returns to Knott’s Berry Farm this summer

Brittani Tuttle — Tue, 30 May 2017 14:30:51 +0000

Guests can experience the western town of Calico once again and continue the story, as Ghost Town Alive! is now open at Knott’s Berry Farm. Open now through Sept. 4, Ghost Town Alive! brings cowboys, bandits, judges, robberies, a classic western hoedown and more. Billed as an authentic Western adventure, guests can become their own...

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Cedar Point Shores waterpark now open to guests at Cedar Point theme park

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 27 May 2017 13:00:24 +0000

Cedar Point opens its new waterpark, Cedar Point Shores today, located on the park’s shoreline on Lake Erie in Ohio. This new waterpark is 18 acres of thrills for guests of all ages. “This is a unique time in Cedar Point’s history. As the park evolves with the latest and greatest attractions, we will never...

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Cedar Point’s Brew and BBQ takes the weekend by storm with Chef Damaris Phillips

Brittani Tuttle — Sun, 21 May 2017 13:00:05 +0000

Cedar Point is holding its annual Brew and BBQ event this summer, which started on Friday, May 19. Showcasing delicious barbecue from five sections of the U.S., this festival also features craft beer from national and local breweries. Hosted in FrontierTown, guests can enjoy menu items from “Taste of Carolina,” with chicken or pulled pork...

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Cedar Point Shores Waterpark to host exclusive ‘First Slide’ event

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 29 Apr 2017 00:07:50 +0000

Water lovers and philanthropists alike will soon be able to join forces, as Cedar Point and The LeBron James Family Foundation are working together to give guests a chance to experience Cedar Point Shores Waterpark before anyone else on Thursday, May 25. This fundraising event, called “The First Slide VIP Charity Preview,” will allow guests...

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Knott’s Berry Farm announces new thrill ride, Sol Spin, now open in Fiesta Village

Brittani Tuttle — Sat, 22 Apr 2017 12:00:17 +0000

Spring has sprung at Knott’s Berry Farm, and a brand-new attraction guaranteed to bring thrills has arrived just in time for the Knott’s Boysenberry Festival: Sol Spin. Sol Spin will take guests on a wild ride over six stories high, as they rotate in every direction in one of six spinning gondolas. This ride is...

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Cedar Point Shores Waterpark set to open May 27

Banks Lee — Tue, 11 Apr 2017 17:35:35 +0000

A new virtual fly-through of Cedar Point Shores Waterpark highlights the blend of thrills and relaxation that are set to officially open on May 27, 2017. Guests can now get a better view of what awaits them as they travel through the new main entrance and see new attractions, dining options, a new merchandise store...

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Knott’s Berry Farm Boomerang rollercoaster closing on April 23

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 20:49:32 +0000

Fans of vintage Vekoma shuttle coasters will want to get their last rides in on Boomerang before Knott’s Berry Farm bids its final farewell to the ride on April 23. Knott’s Berry Farm has announced that the final day of operations for the park’s veteran rollercoaster, Boomerang, will be on April 23. Riders will have...

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‘VR Showdown in Ghost Town’ brings multiplayer Virtual Reality to Knott’s Berry Farm in April

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 20:48:27 +0000

Knott’s Berry Farm’s venerated Ghost Town will come to life in virtual reality when “VR Showdown in Ghost Town” premiers at the California park next month. Knott’s Berry Farm, its parent company Cedar Fair Entertainment and VRstudios announced today the details of the first permanent installation of a free-roaming, multi-player VR experience in a U.S....

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Cedar Point announces new 2017 park experiences at Winter Chill Out event

Ad Thrive — Fri, 03 Mar 2017 17:12:26 +0000

Select Cedar Point fans recently got a sneak preview of the Ohio park’s upcoming 2017 season while raising funds for charity at the Winter Chill Out exclusive tour event. Winter Chill Out has been held at the park for several years and has given guests unique opportunities to see winter ride maintenance programs, new construction...

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Knott’s Berry Farm Boysenberry Festival returns April 1-23

Fri, 24 Feb 2017 23:42:40 +0000

Lovers of the famous fruit born in Buena Park better prepare to loosen their buckles, because Knott’s Berry Farm is bringing back their popular Boysenberry Festival for more days than ever, starting April 1 through 23, 2017. For the first time ever, the Knott’s Berry Farm Boysenberry Festival is expanding to three weeks, with food...

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Knott’s Berry Farm Virtual Reality experience coming in 2017 from VRstudios

Tue, 31 Jan 2017 19:25:43 +0000

VR is all the rage in theme parks these days, and one of Southern California’s oldest attractions will join the high-tech craze when a new Knott’s Berry Farm Virtual Reality experience from VRstudios debuts later in 2017. VRstudios, a global virtual reality company offering commercial entertainment and enterprise solutions, announced on January 31 a partnership...

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Cedar Point’s HalloWeekends running now through October 30

Tue, 20 Sep 2016 22:26:12 +0000

HalloWeekends has returned for its 20th year as Cedar Point’s fall fright festival, and is running on Fridays through Sundays, now until October 30 at the Sandusky, Ohio park. New additions at HalloWeekends for the 20th anniversary include: · The Great Pumpkin Parade – This new parade starring Charles Schulz’s Peanuts characters celebrates the 50th Anniversary...

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Cedar Point announces new Cedar Point Shores Water Park and hotel expansion for 2017

Fri, 26 Aug 2016 20:27:28 +0000

Cedar Point, the roller coaster capital of Sandusky, Ohio, has announced several new projects for 2017, including the transformation of Soak City to the new 18-acre Cedar Point Shores Water Park, and an expansion and transformation of Breakers Express will transform into Cedar Point’s Express Hotel. With a nod to its lakeside surroundings, Cedar Point...

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Cedar Point to close Mean Streak roller coaster in September

Banks Lee — Mon, 01 Aug 2016 18:07:04 +0000

Cedar Point has announced that Mean Streak, the park’s colossal wooden roller coaster, will be closing for good next month.

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Cedar Point debuts new interactive gaming experience

Andy Haynes — Mon, 20 Jun 2016 16:26:28 +0000

Guests at Sandusky, Ohio’s Cedar Point can now experience “The Battle for Cedar Point,” an interactive, competitive gaming experience inside the new Cedar Point mobile app. The free game allows guests to compete against each other in a fun new way as they walk through the park, wait for a ride or sit down to enjoy...

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Out of the Loop: Cedar Point debuts record-breaking Valravn roller coaster

Matt Roseboom — Mon, 09 May 2016 15:11:57 +0000

Valravn debuts as Cedar Point’s 18th roller coaster. Among the multitude of record-breaking coasters located at the "Roller Coast", Valravn broke 10 records when it opened this past weekend.

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