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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.

Jana Partners wants Six Flags to sell

The investment firm also wants new leadership on the board.

Sesame Workshop sues United Parks over royalties and use of IP

The non-profit says United Parks stopped paying royalties in September.

Travis Kelce assumes role of "brand ambassador" for Six Flags

The NFL star will appear in various forms of marketing.

Unofficial Blackpool Pleasure Beach history site launched

Park has been in the same family's ownership for 130 years

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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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Rollback

On this day in...

2025: New Cedar Point manager worked at defunct Geauga Lake

2025: Six Flags sets growth targets for 2028 at investor conference

2021: Cedar Point raises seasonal pay rate to $20, adjusts operating calendar, in response to labor shortage

2020: Universal Orlando targets June 5 reopening, masks and temperature checks required

2016: Hersheypark says transgender people free to use restrooms that correspond to gender identity

2015: EPCOT: The experimental community that never came to be

2015: Review: Twisted Colossus at Six Flags Magic Mountain

2015: Lakeside Amusement Park police allegedly clash with disabled using service dogs over boarding miniature train

2015: Hersheypark's Laff Trakk roller coaster opens to the public Saturday

2015: Review: Cedar Point's Hotel Breakers "top family resort in Ohio"

2014: Disney executive who ran NextGen is leaving the company

2014: SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa last to hike ticket prices

2013: Brit couple travels the world to ride roller coasters in "golden years"

2013: Universal Orlando makes first move in price hike, to $92 for one-day ticket

2012: Deja Vu to Goliath: Moving a roller coaster

2012: Disneyland 1-day ticket price jumps almost 9%

2012: Universal Parks take on Disney with investment from parent company Comcast

2012: Steel Pier delays opening, new rides not ready

2010: Harry Potter actors get preview of Wizarding World at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure

2010: Group wants to revive Whalom Park

2009: Manta opens at SeaWorld Orlando

2009: Neighbor businesses look for boost from Freestyle Music Park

2009: Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier has five new rides

2008: USA Today has extensive list of new attractions for 2008

2008: Hard Rock Park makes its official debut June 2

2007: CoasterBuzz Podcast #75 posted

2007: Disney offers bonus Nintendo DS Pirates content in parks

2007: Ohio Zoos grow in popularity

2007: KIExtreme post photos of Firehawk test flights

2004: Blackpool rides damaged in fire

2004: Disney testing metal detectors at Orlando parks

2004: Controversial water ride opens next week at SeaWorld San Diego

2004: Revenge of The Mummy opens at Universal Studios Florida

2004: US troops may use enemy fighters to clean up amusement park

2004: Naked students go for roller coaster record

2003: Vivendi hopes to unload Universal Entertainment this summer

2003: Universal Studios Japan given green light after SARS scare

2003: The Tornado funnel at Six Flags New England takes shape

2002: Shipwreck Falls begins testing at Six Flags Darien Lake

2002: Universal Studios set for US, overseas expansion

2001: Phantom's Revenge opens to anxious coaster fans

2001: Cornball Express grabs the headlines with its debut

2001: Discovery Channel Updated

2001: X rises skyward at Magic Mountain

2001: New photos added to SFWoA: An Unofficial Guide

2001: X-Flight misses target for debut

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