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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.

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.

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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...

2023: Carowinds shuts down rollercoaster after large crack on support beam reported

2023: Glenwood Caverns reopens drop ride following 2021 fatality

2021: One person dead after rapids ride boat flips at Adventureland

2018: Guest at Busch Gardens Tampa treated for celebratory bullet wound

2015: Woman shot outside of Kennywood

2013: City says Astrotower will be entirely demolished at Coney Island

2013: Man dies in go-kart crash in Wisconsin Dells

2013: Gold Striker at California's Great America temporarily shut down to add noise reducing tunnel

2012: Profile: Denver's Lakeside Amusement Park

2012: Theme parks popping up around China ahead of Disney

2011: Lo-Q comes to Six Flags White Water using RFID wristbands

2010: Couple busted for illegally selling Universal and Walt Disney World tickets

2010: LA Times review: King Kong 360 3-D at Universal Studios Hollywood

2010: Fatal Chinese ride accident still a mystery

2010: Kings Island loses power on July 4th

2009: Disney World Monorail crash kills driver

2007: Son of Beast reopens at Kings Island

2007: Cedar Fair revenue up, attendance down on same-park basis

2005: Disney internships attract students, criticism from unions

2005: Eleven charged with disorderly conduct in Playland fight

2005: Brawl erupts at Six Flags Astroworld, spills into nearby businesses

2005: Wild West World secures first hotel

2005: Funtown Pier worker dies inspecting ride

2005: Keeping an eye on rides in Ohio

2004: Pavilion's uncertain fate worries locals, tourists

2004: Guests have trouble squeezing into Orlando seats

2004: Golden Nugget dark ride moving to Mariner's Landing

2004: Blue Diamond opens roller coaster

2001: Ferris wheel gets stuck, Tigers fans get perks

2001: The Point Online adds new article about Cedar Point history

2001: Southern California roundup on WestCoaster.net

2000: Roller Coaster Tycoon creator talks about the future

2000: 68 photos of Millennium Force added to Coasting America

2000: Premier Parks name change official

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