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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.

DOJ sues United Parks over ban on wheeled walkers

The government suggests that the move violates the ADA.

Six Flags Great Adventure announces boardwalk-themed section

The area will include five rides.

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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...

2021: Columbus Zoo to open Tidal Twist roller coaster

2019: Harry Potter theme park attractions still paying off for Universal Orlando

2016: Shanghai Disney Resort secures Bob Iger's legacy as CEO

2015: Six Flags Great America celebrating 40 seasons

2015: Photos: Flintstones park for sale at $2 million, does not include Hanna Barbera license

2014: Cedar Point weekend closure boosts Sandusky businesses

2013: Photo feature: Defunct Central Florida attractions

2013: Wet 'n' Wild adds Lo-Q to water parks in Phoenix and Las Vegas

2012: Non-maintenance of former Kentucky Kingdom blamed for opening delay

2012: Girl suffers skull fracture after 14-foot fall from queue at Chessington

2010: Fun Spot opening up mouse from former Cypress Gardens

2010: Elitch Gardens continues to evolved under PARC ownership

2009: PointBuzz posts photos from Starlight Experience

2009: Tired of long lines at Magic Kingdom? Now, there's an app for that

2007: Universal Orlando seeks permission for growth plan

2007: Disneyland's redesigned sub ride accommodates disabled guests

2004: Orient Express remembered by enthusiasts

2004: PKI looking for Beast riders for Japanese TV

2003: Alton Towers withdraws plans for wood coaster

2002: Girl upgraded to fair condition after Marine World accident (updated)

2002: Ejection Seat cable fails, safety system works

2002: Six Flags Worlds of Adventure shut down due to power outage

2001: Wanted: Editorial intern for CoasterBuzz.com

2001: Four people review every adult ride at PKI in one day

2001: 28 behind the scenes pictures of Exterminator posted

2001: Kennywood ride is 100 years old

2001: Construction mayhem at the mountain brings odd new supports

2001: Court orders Disney to hand over brain injury reports

2000: New pictures of Cedar Point in the year 2000

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