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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.

SeaWorld San Diego replaces fireworks with drone show in settlement

The lawsuit alleged that SeaWorld was polluting Mission Bay.

Eight college students rescued from vertical lift in Galveston

Firefighters used ladder truck too pull riders off one at a time

Six Flags appoints Ash Walia to CFO post

He previously was CFO for Hot Topic and 99 Cents Only Stores.

Lawsuit seeks $1 million from COTALAND for stuck roller coaster

The park indicates that the ride performed as designed.

New Mandalorian and Grogu mission coming to Smuggler's Run

The Millennium Falcon ride will tie into the movie, also released this week.

Disney names three new presidents for parks, experiences

The shuffle accounts for the retirement of Walt Disney World's president.

Intamin ships short seatbelts for Cedar Point's Millennium Force

A park representative says the manufacturer will provide belts that are the correct length.

Union negotiations put Hersheypark season at risk

The union representing maintenance workers hasn't yet reached an agreement with the park.

Total revenue and EBITDA down in first quarter for United Parks

Attendance was also down 5%.

Six Flags posts improved results for first quarter

Net revenue up 12%, attendance up 4%, compared to first quarter last year.

Six Flags shuffles some of exec team, including CFO

Long time Cedar Fair CFO Brian Witherow will step down.

Disney experiences division up 7% for quarter despite 1% drop in domestic attendance

Global attendance was up 2%.

Cedar Point gate tops $100

Those planning ahead can get discounts online.

Niagara Amusement Park & Splash World will not open in 2026

The park's future is uncertain.

Six Flags brings back presidents to 10 parks

The decision reverses a regional strategy.

Six Flags reinstates park presidents

The company previously moved to a regional management model.

Cedar Point retires Monster after 56 years

The ride reached the end of its serviceable life.

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Top 100 Coasters

  1. Velocicoaster, Islands of Adventure
  2. Steel Vengeance, Cedar Point
  3. Fury 325, Carowinds
  4. Iron Gwazi, Busch Gardens Tampa
  5. El Toro, Six Flags Great Adventure
  6. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  7. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  8. ArieForce One, Fun Spot America Atlanta
  9. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  10. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas

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On this day in...

2020: S&S Axis roller coaster prototype offers new ride experience

2018: Pixar Pier overhaul opens this weekend at Disney California Adventure

2016: Teen arrested at Blackpool Pleasure Beach after firing up Blue Flyer

2016: Universal Orlando shares details for Volcano Bay, expects opening by June 1

2016: Humor: Frozen ruins Epcot

2015: UK classic Dreamland reopens after a decade and significant reinvestment

2015: Universal Studios Hollywood questioned for watering habits during drought

2011: Touring the remnants of Chicago's Riverview

2011: Legoland California GM finds car replaced with Lego version

2011: Belmont Park developer headed toward possible bankruptcy, city won't budge on rent

2010: Dan Koch named president of Holiday World and Splashin' Safari

2010: CVC Capital Partners to acquire 30% stake in Merlin

2009: CoasterBuzz Podcast #145 posted

2009: Walt Disney museum on target for October opening in San Francisco

2007: New Son of Beast trains are on track

2007: Girl loses feet on drop tower accident at Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom

2006: Great Escape neighbors offer alternative parking

2006: Historic Zippin Pippin sells for $2,500

2005: Virginia says they have a "very strong" safety inspection program

2005: Hong Kong Disneyland to limit opening day tickets

2005: Clementon Chaos restraint fails

2005: Coaster Alley Convergence at Silverwood returns

2004: Cedar Fair files intention to sell additional units

2004: California attractions join forces to market state via Web site

2004: Steamboat city gets construction funds

2001: X is almost ready to reveal its skydiving first drop

2001: American-style theme parks finding a welcome home in Europe

2001: Southern California construction update

2001: Cornballs and Cheetahs, oh my!

2001: Cookie Monster assaulted, attacker arrested

2000: Inverted model coaster delights ice cream store customers

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