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Six Flags posts $1.6 billion loss for 2025

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

Silver Dollar City will retire Thunderation roller coaster after 2026

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

Universal Orlando's special district negotiating contract with Boring Company

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

Fair ride collapses in India, killing one person

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

Gay Day cancelled in Orlando for 2026

Organizers cite sponsorship and hotel difficulties.

Playland coaster renovation sparks opinions

The operator is renovating the Dragon, removing its decorations.

Josh D'Amaro named next Disney CEO

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

Disney reports record results in experiences division

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

IAAPA pushing federal restrictions for "unauthorized" drone use

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

The ride had been previously damaged by fire.

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

The ride is part of a space-themed expansion.

Universal Orlando announces Fast & Furious ride for 2027

The ride replaces Rip Ride Rockit.

Six Flags announces offering of $1 billion of senior notes

The notes are due in 2032.

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

The park is partially owned by a partnership.

Six Flags Magic Mountain converting kids area into Looney Tunes Land

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

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

The 1994 record was 3.617 million guests.

Wild Waves announces final season

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

Federal lawsuit challenges Disney's disability policies as too restrictive

The policies were previously revised to battle abuse.

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

A Muppets theme will replace the aging rock band.

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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. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  7. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  8. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  9. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  10. Voyage, The, Holiday World

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On this day in...

2025: Disney sunsetting remaining virtual queues at Walt Disney World

2025: Stolen Quassy carousel figure resurfaces after nearly 40 years

2025: Epic Universe marketing has been multifaceted and spread over years

2018: Disney offers more theme park expansion details at D23 fan convention

2018: Walt Disney World unions file complaint over bonus negotiation

2018: Six Flags has another record year

2017: Rivers of Light at Animal Kingdom reportedly spurs massive traffic headache of guests

2017: Universal Orlando follows Disney with price increases

2017: Conneaut Lake Park emerges from bankruptcy

2015: Antique Joyland clown found in sex offender's house

2014: Cedar Fair posts record results for 2013

2014: Six Flags Over Texas workers may see medical examiner photos in depositions for fatal accident case

2012: Kentucky Kingdom name could change if Koch deal for Bluegrass Boardwalk is reached

2012: Alleged drunk guy restrained by other guests at Disney California Adventure

2009: Orlando parks spend more on lobbying state in 2008

2008: Family-owned Morgan RV Resorts purchases Indiana Beach Amusement Resort

2007: Developer plans 90-room hotel near Sesame Place

2006: Three Conneaut rides to reopen for 2006 season

2006: Expedition Everest hopes to draw families to Animal Kingdom

2006: Original Imagineer Marty Sklar stepping down from post

2006: Tivoli plans Halloween schedule

2006: Summer under glass in Dells water parks

2003: Disney on hiring freeze

2003: Judge rules in favor of Conneaut Lake

2003: Rotunda fined for death of eight-year old girl

2003: Knott's announces Frisbee, Sky Skater, and new theater

2002: Disney shareholders say no to safety reports

2002: Batman: Dark Knight track complete

2002: Drachen Fire demise visible from outside park

2002: Former Kings Island and TOGO exec says he wouldn't be surprised to see King Cobra go

2001: Colossos taking shape in Germany

2001: Joyland in Texas adds a log flume for 2001

2001: Martin's Fantasy Island announces new ride

2001: Vekoma track spotted at Six Flags Great America

2001: Lagoon to install Mondial Cliffhanger

2001: Lake Compounce to host ESPN X-Games trials

2000: New aerial shots of Millennium Force

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