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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.

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.

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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...

2022: Disney opts out of Brightline rail stop as route will now approach Universal and convention center

2022: Shanghai Disneyland to reopen after more than three months

2021: Deno's Wonder Wheel ready to open its Phoenix roller coaster

2021: SeaWorld Entertainment appoints former Six Flags exec to COO post, terminates previous officer

2021: Walt Disney World offering $1,000 bonuses for certain housekeeping and kitchen staff

2021: Six Flags to offer 10% bonus for seasonal US staff

2018: Review: Lego Roller Coaster

2018: California Screamin' becomes Incredicoaster with Incredibles theme

2016: Knoebels Flying Turns documentary to air on Ohio PBS station

2013: Universal Orlando will base Halloween Horror Nights attraction on Cabin in the Woods

2013: Universal Orlando buys land under and around its Wet 'n' Wild water park

2013: Kentucky Kingdom developer granted lease, targeting May 24 opening

2013: Cedar Fair revenue, attendance and per cap spending up for year so far

2012: Marvel characters being licensed for FEC in UAE

2012: IAAPA announces new CEO

2011: Press and visitors give impressions of Goofy's Sky School

2011: Humor: Roller Coaster Safety with Patrick Warburton

2010: Carowinds announces Coaster Stock 2010 (updated)

2010: CoasterBuzz Podcast #183 posted

2009: San Antonio paper says parks not reporting accidents

2007: Universal will bring horror icons to annual Halloween events

2007: Ohio officials do unannounced ride inspections

2005: Charity tickets at Hong Kong Disneyland sell out

2004: Knott's opens Xcelerator with modified restraints

2004: Belmont Park costs San Diego taxpayers millions, redevelopment not as promised

2004: OnRideCentral.com has the latest Tsunami construction photos

2004: Former Cedar Point paddle-wheel boat tours Sandusky Bay

2002: Chris Sawyer says RCT2 will feature improved AI, more flexibility

2001: Consultant says pad lock would have prevented Lake Compounce fatality

2001: Orlando paper profiles Test Track

2001: Rhino Rally closed following accident

2001: New on-ride photos from Florida show off the B&M's

2001: Six Flags vs. Cedar Fair: investment compared

2001: Illinois says Great America falsely advertising

2001: Six Flags site finally gets a makeover

2000: Wooden coaster Medusa trains for Six Flags Mexico on site

2000: Kennywood acquires monorail from Busch Gardens Tampa

2000: Amusement bill passed in Missouri

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