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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

Six Flags will sell seven parks to EPR for $331 million

The proceeds are expected to be "slightly beneficial to the Company’s leverage ratio."

United Parks reports down quarter, year

Revenue, income and attendance suffered in Q4.

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.

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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. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  9. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  10. Voyage, The, Holiday World

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Rollback

On this day in...

2019: Universal Orlando releases photo of animatronic Hagrid for new roller coaster

2019: SeaWorld Entertainment posts gains in attendance and revenue

2018: Six Flags Great Adventure hosts event for people with autism

2015: Nintendo working with Universal on theme park attractions

2014: Forbes profile: Hersechend Family Entertainment

2014: Disney sets earnings record, says MyMagic+ is still affecting theme park profitability

2013: SeaWorld Entertainment reportedly refinancing $1.4 billion in debt

2012: Hurlbut Amusement Park sale yields historic treasures

2012: Euro Disney net loss widens by 22%

2010: State gives up trying to open Kentucky Kingdom this year

2010: Standard & Poor's sets ratings for Six Flags

2009: Six flags details debt for equity exchange

2009: Adventuredome: More rides when economy improves

2009: Mr. Six speaks on Twitter

2009: Terminator Salvation: The Ride construction nearly complete, ACN posts photos

2008: SeaWorld welcomes sea lions from Pacific Northwest

2008: No sign of slow down at Disney parks with 2Q results

2008: Legoland latest tenant for forthcoming Dubailand

2007: CoasterBuzz Podcast #73 posted

2007: Investigators say axles never replaced on Expoland coaster

2007: Cedar Fair will retain Nickelodeon license for at least three years at Carowinds, dropping Paramount

2004: Six Flags announces restraint changes to Superman coasters

2004: Report says ride ops did not secure Six Flags New England victim

2004: OhioThemeParks.com showcases Geauga Lake opening day

2004: Holiday World opening weekend photos added to Negative-G

2004: Hersheypark launches Storm Runner for media

2002: On Ride Central interviews Trevor Hite of Chance-Morgan

2002: Opening of Indiana Beach's fifth coaster to highlight 6th annual Spring Festival weekend

2001: Stratosphere Considering New Thrill Ride

2001: Talon soars at Dorney Park with new review and photos

2001: Cedar Fair to acquire Michigan's Adventure

2000: Worlds longest bobsled in France

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