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Disney reveals details for new attractions and ships at D23 fan event
From new themed lands to attraction renovations, to a new class of cruise ships, Disney revealed dozens of coming attractions.
Silver Dollar City announces family roller coaster, Miner's Mountain Express
The new roller coaster opens in 2027.
Six Flags loss widens despite same-park attendance growth
The company sold seven parks and closed another.
Disney beats expectations, attendance up at theme parks
Domestic parks up 3% compared to prior year.
United Parks revenue, income and attendance down in second quarter
Per capita spending reached a new record.
Six Flags Great Adventure announces 382-foot tall Bakunawa spinning roller coaster
The ride will reach 100 mph over three launches.
Marineland beluga whales make their way to SeaWorld San Antonio
Others went to the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.
Busch Gardens Tampa president talks about $200 million in improvements
Jon Vigue got his start at Lake Compounce.
State issues shutdown order for Carowinds' Fury 325 due to foundation issue
The ride has been closed since July 7.
Six Flags Great America closed due to poor air quality
The Canadian wild fires forced the decision last Friday.
Dick Knoebel dies at 87
Knoebel led the park bearing his name for almost four decades.
Busch Gardens Tampa closing Kumba, will replace with Kumba's Revenge
The B&M roller coaster debuted in 1993.
Ferris wheel cabin derails in Korea
No major injuries were reported.
Profile: Kennywood maintenance tech logs 46 years
Geno Chamboredon started in 1980 as a ride op.
Holiday World celebrates the Fourth with Mack Rides plans
The Mack Rides attraction is expected to open in May, 2027.
Six Flags names Mark Pauls to COO post
The executive previously worked for Herschend.
Fun Spot Atlanta to close permanently on August 2
The fate of its RMC roller coaster is unknown.
Enchanted Parks boss describes future for former Cedar Flags parks
This season is viewed as a transition year for the parks.
Disney said to be opening second gate in Shanghai
While not confirmed by the company, insiders insist that it's happening.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas announces longest family launch coaster, Werewolf Gorge
The ride will feature 4,120 feet of track.
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Silver Dollar City announces family roller coaster, Miner's Mountain Express
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Disney beats expectations, attendance up at theme parks
United Parks revenue, income and attendance down in second quarter
Barrels O' Fun aka the former Rajin' Cajun
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Marineland beluga whales make their way to SeaWorld San Antonio
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- Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
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