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Bassoul stepping down from Six Flags board

The former CEO of the legacy Six Flags will resign as executive board charir.

Disney raises ticket prices, crosses $200 for certain dates

The company raised prices for both of its US resorts.

Brian Knoebel takes over as president of family's amusement park

Brian Knoebel will succeed his father, Richard “Dick” Knoebel, who served as president since 1988.

Marineland says it must euthanize 30 whales if Canada does not provide funding

The park is financially unstable and trying to sell the animals.

Six Flags Over Texas announces tallest, fastest dive roller coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run

The new B&M roller coaster is expected to open in 2026.

Dollywood announces NightFlight Expedition hybrid attraction for 2026

The ride will combine roller coaster and whitewater river elements.

Man dies after ride on Stardust Racers at Epic Universe

The identity and circumstances of the death have not been shared.

SeaWorld Orlando announces suspended dark ride

The ride is expected to open in 2026.

Jurassic Park River Adventure will be closed most of next year for refurbishment at Islands of Adventure

It isn't clear what about the ride will change.

Disney settles wage lawsuit in California

The company will pay more than 50,000 current and former employees in the settlement.

Six Flags reports August attendance growth, revenue decrease

The company describes its business model as "resilient."

Six Flags extends Peanuts licensing to 2030

The characters will continue to be present in the legacy Cedar Fair parks.

Leap-the-Dips at risk due to Lakemont Park's financial issues

The roller coaster has not operates since 2023.

Experts predict more park sales after Six Flags results

The company's financial position is in question, relative to debt and future revenue.

Kings Island announces Phantom Theater: Opening Nightmare dark ride

Inspired by the original Phantom Theater, the ride will occupy the Boo Blasters building.

Disney provides more details for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Zootopia, and Muppets coaster

The Disney parks blog dropped fresh info and concept art for all three attractions this week.

Lagoon is a three-generation business

Members of the family lead most departments and areas of the amusement park.

Ohio legislator proposes bill to require ride status notification

The law, if passed, would primarily affect Cedar Point and Kings Island.

Cedar Point to charge extra for haunted attractions

Haunt pass will cost from $10 to $30 per night.

Kings Island to retire Boo Blasters dark ride

Dark ride will close after September 1.

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Top 100 Coasters

  1. Steel Vengeance, Cedar Point
  2. Velocicoaster, Islands of Adventure
  3. Fury 325, Carowinds
  4. Iron Gwazi, Busch Gardens Tampa
  5. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  6. El Toro, Six Flags Great Adventure
  7. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  8. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  9. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  10. Voyage, The, Holiday World

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On this day in...

2021: Family alleges harassment by actor at Six Flags Over Georgia

2020: Pandemic affects lucrative Halloween season at theme parks

2019: Ride parts stolen from Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World

2018: Disney wants new hearing on autism lawsuits

2017: Theme parks adding adult options to Halloween events

2017: Merlin says it's not talking to SeaWorld, Parques Reunidos the latest rumored suitor

2017: Universal Studios Hollywood adds Will and Grace set to VIP experience

2015: Measuring fear of scare zones and roller coasters with an Apple Watch

2015: Passengers trapped on monorail for hours at Walt Disney World

2015: California Coastal Commission approves new SeaWorld orca habitat, prohibits breeding, legal challenge possible (updated)

2012: Zebras returning to Kilimanjaro Safari at Disney's Animal Kingdom

2012: Disney packs up California letters for shipment to state fair

2012: Rye Playland announces plans to scale back rides

2011: Parque Reunidos considering acquisition or lease of Toronto Zoo

2010: Holiday World attendance up 14% over last year

2009: Universal Studios Hollywood challenges Knott's Berry Farm for Halloween

2009: COO of Disneyland Paris named president for Disneyland Resort

2009: Low Playland attendance sparks debate about funding the park

2007: Santa Clara County assessor wades into Cedar Fair and 49ers stadium debate

2007: Morey's considers new trains for Great Nor'Easter

2006: Pavilion's razing brings tight security

2006: Disney building time shares near Animal Kingdom lodge

2005: Former employee threatens suicide atop Space Mountain at Hong Kong Disneyland

2005: Paramount's Kings Dominion announces Italian Job Stunt Coaster

2001: Legend to get PTC trains, go to two-train operation

2001: Disney's California Adventure park guide added to Coaster Grotto

2001: New true attraction coming to Wisconsin Dells

2000: Stark Raven Mad 2001 announced

2000: Perilous Plunge and its perilous problems

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