Roller Coaster and Amusement Industry News

Universal Studios Hollywood targets 2026 for new Fast & Furious roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Hollywood Drift will feature individually spinning cars.

Survey suggests possible next roller coaster options for Kings Island

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Options include an indoor roller coaster and dive coaster.

Universal Orlando previews Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The video is the latest in a series exploring the new lands.

Michelin awards first star to a Walt Disney World restaurant: Victoria and Albert's

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The restaurant is part of the Grand Floridian resort, with pricing starting at $295.

Disney will bet $60 billion on the company's future

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company will invest heavily into its theme park division, which it sees as its greatest growth opportunity.

Anaheim council vote on DisneylandForward proposal getting closer

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Residents raise concerns over the long-term plan.

Cedar Fair settles Top Thrill Dragster injury lawsuit

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Terms of the settlement are confidential.

Guests sue Universal Studios Hollywood for being stuck on Harry Potter ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The four people are reportedly seeking damages for emotional distress.

Disney teases $60 billion in new attractions over coming decade

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company says that it's committed to telling new stories across its theme park properties.

Silver Dollar City opens Fire In The Hole

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The ride replaces a previous ride of the same name.

Do-Dodonpa will not reopen at Fuji-Q Highlands

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Citing safety and performance issues, the park decided to permanently close the ride.

Legoland California to use dynamic pricing

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Demand will influence ticket pricing.

Universal Orlando previews Isle of Berk at Epic Universe

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The portion of Universal Orlando's newest park is themed to the How To Train Your Dragon series of movies.

Walt Disney World and special district agree to settlement, drop state lawsuits

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The settlement comes years after a battle for control over the former Reedy Creek Improvement District.

Merlin buys Orlando Eye, will call it Orlando Eye

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company bought the attraction from ICON Park.

RollerCoaster Tycoon at 25 inspired real coaster designers

Posted | Contributed by hambone

Game creator Chris Sawyer and real-life designers talk about the icon 1999 game.

Disney Destiny announced as third Triton-class ship in Disney Cruise Line fleet

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The ship is expected to be delivered in 2025.

Kansas City area will be home to a Mattel theme park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park will open in 2026.

NC records show findings for Carowinds' Fury-325 support crack

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The report includes photos of the damaged support.

Wildcat getting vertically laminated track treatment at Lake Compounce

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The effort is being led by The Gravity Group.

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