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Josh D'Amaro named next Disney CEO

Currently leading the experiences division, D'Amaro will succeed Bob Iger.

Disney reports record results in experiences division

The company posted $10 billion in revenue for the first time in its experiences division.

IAAPA pushing federal restrictions for "unauthorized" drone use

The association is advocating for no-fly zones and better coordination with law enforcement.

Dreamland's Scenic Railway closes for good after more than a century

The ride had been previously damaged by fire.

New Legoland California roller coaster will be most "intense" yet

The ride is part of a space-themed expansion.

Universal Orlando announces Fast & Furious ride for 2027

The ride replaces Rip Ride Rockit.

Six Flags announces offering of $1 billion of senior notes

The notes are due in 2032.

Six Flags will not exercise buy-out option of Six Flags Over Texas

The park is partially owned by a partnership.

Six Flags Magic Mountain converting kids area into Looney Tunes Land

The makeover will introduce two new play areas, retheme five rides and remove two roller coasters and two kids rides.

Lakemont Park sued by county for roller coaster neglect

The suit says the park hasn't maintained Leap The Dips, per its lease agreement.

Cedar Point nearly beats 31-year attendance record, despite overall Six Flags attendance

The 1994 record was 3.617 million guests.

Wild Waves announces final season

The park will open in 2026 for it's last year of operation.

Federal lawsuit challenges Disney's disability policies as too restrictive

The policies were previously revised to battle abuse.

Aerosmith removed from roller coaster preshow at Disney's Hollywood Studios

A Muppets theme will replace the aging rock band.

Six Flags appoints John Reilly as CEO

The executive has previous experience at Palace Entertainment and the former SeaWorld Entertainment.

Kings Island's Flight of Fear was almost a Star Trek themed roller coaster

The designer eventually pivoted to the Outer Limits.

Disney posts 9% increase in experiences operating income for fiscal year

Launch of the Disney Treasure and cruise line affected results.

Disney planning dynamic pricing for domestic parks

A test has been running at the Paris park for the last year.

Herschend to acquire Silverwood

Herschend adds largest amusement & water park in Northwest to its portfolio.

Six Flags reports loss despite higher attendance

EBITDA and per capita spending also down.

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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. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  7. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  8. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  9. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  10. Voyage, The, Holiday World

See the entire list in the CoasterBuzz 100

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Rollback

On this day in...

2025: Disney beats analyst expectations, domestic park income down 5%

2024: Lakemont Park won't operate historic rides in 2024

2021: California lawmakers introduce bill to open theme parks sooner

2020: CoasterBuzz: 20 Years Buzzed, It's all talk

2020: Disney theme park attendance and revenue up, expects $145 million impact from coronavirus in China

2019: Orlando Weekly article rounds up rumors for Universal Orlando's next gate

2018: Rebel Yell is now Racer 75 at Kings Dominion

2017: Man says daughter broke her neck on Tayto Park roller coaster

2017: 13-Year-old girl dies after being flung from ride in Southwest China

2016: Dorney allegedly dismisses special needs employee, then offers a job

2015: ThemeParks.ie has exclusive photos of new coaster at Tayto Park

2014: Opinion: Walt Disney World visits sub-optimal for non-resort guests right now

2014: Disney opposing casino plans for Florida

2013: Efforts continue behind the scenes to open Kentucky Kingdom

2013: Universal Orlando claims tax credits for creating jobs in "high crime" area

2010: Holiday World expects a possible boost from Kentucky Kingdom closure

2010: Etheredge says he did not intentionally mislead Wild West World investors

2010: Former Kennywood employee sues for age and sex discrimination

2010: Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom closing over lease issue

2009: "Small World" reopens at Disneyland this Friday

2009: Recession plays factor as Universal Orlando trims offerings

2009: Theme park designers have Hollywood connections

2008: Analyst predicts drop in Disney attendance this year

2007: Silver Dollar City Attractions announces medical center for employees

2004: Roy Disney continues crusade against Eisner

2004: Tokyo Disneyland execs take cuts for accident

2004: Ex-Conneaut Lake Park boss guilty of tax evasion

2003: Brighton Pier burns

2003: Six Flags Great America announces Superman: Ultimate Flight

2003: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk construction underway for new rides

2003: Southwest wants SeaWorld penguins back on planes

2003: The Great Escape announces Canyon Blaster

2002: Michigan to release findings on Chaos accident

2002: Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain: construction pictures

2002: Williams Grove adding three attractions for 2002

2001: CoasterBuzz mentioned in Earthlink's bLink rag

2001: More X-Flight footer construction, SFO-SWO link-up evident

2001: New construction pics from Movie World Germany document SLC

2001: X and Arrow profiled in Utah paper

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