Roller Coaster and Amusement Industry News

Six Flags posts $1.6 billion loss for 2025

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company also reduced its fourth quarter loss, in part by cutting holiday events.

Silver Dollar City will retire Thunderation roller coaster after 2026

Posted | Contributed by Alexander James

The classic mine train roller coaster will close at the end of the season.

Universal Orlando's special district negotiating contract with Boring Company

Posted | Contributed by eightdotthree

Elon Musk's tunneling company could create tunnels between Epic and the original parks.

Fair ride collapses in India, killing one person

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The accident bring scrutiny to maintenance and inspections standards in India.

Gay Day cancelled in Orlando for 2026

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Organizers cite sponsorship and hotel difficulties.

Playland coaster renovation sparks opinions

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The operator is renovating the Dragon, removing its decorations.

Josh D'Amaro named next Disney CEO

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Currently leading the experiences division, D'Amaro will succeed Bob Iger.

Disney reports record results in experiences division

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company posted $10 billion in revenue for the first time in its experiences division.

IAAPA pushing federal restrictions for "unauthorized" drone use

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The association is advocating for no-fly zones and better coordination with law enforcement.

Dreamland's Scenic Railway closes for good after more than a century

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The ride had been previously damaged by fire.

New Legoland California roller coaster will be most "intense" yet

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The ride is part of a space-themed expansion.

Universal Orlando announces Fast & Furious ride for 2027

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The ride replaces Rip Ride Rockit.

Six Flags announces offering of $1 billion of senior notes

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The notes are due in 2032.

Six Flags will not exercise buy-out option of Six Flags Over Texas

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park is partially owned by a partnership.

Six Flags Magic Mountain converting kids area into Looney Tunes Land

Posted | Contributed by Sharpel007

The makeover will introduce two new play areas, retheme five rides and remove two roller coasters and two kids rides.

Lakemont Park sued by county for roller coaster neglect

Posted | Contributed by LostKause

The suit says the park hasn't maintained Leap The Dips, per its lease agreement.

Cedar Point nearly beats 31-year attendance record, despite overall Six Flags attendance

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The 1994 record was 3.617 million guests.

Wild Waves announces final season

Posted | Contributed by hambone

The park will open in 2026 for it's last year of operation.

Federal lawsuit challenges Disney's disability policies as too restrictive

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The policies were previously revised to battle abuse.

Aerosmith removed from roller coaster preshow at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

A Muppets theme will replace the aging rock band.

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