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California's Great America Lease expires in 2028

Public records show a more definite end date, with the lease expiring on June 30, 2028.

Six Flags Magic Mountain planning a suspended motorbike roller coaster

The ride is planned for 2026.

California's Great America scales back season, events, possibly for permanent closure

It was previously announced that the park would eventually shutter as the land has been sold.

Universal Orlando confirms the closure of Hollywood Rip Ride Rocket in September, 2025

The resort has not commented on possible replacements.

Kings Dominion's Anaconda roller coaster has given its last ride

The park confirmed its removal.

KingDa Ka removal offical at Six Flags Great Adventure

Several sources describe its imminent demise.

Carowinds to retire Nighthawk, two other rides

Nighthawk, Scream Weaver and Drop Tower will be removed from the amusement park.

Six Flags will exercise option to buy remaining stake in Georgia park

A separate entity partially owns Six Flags Over Georgia and its water park.

Disney settles lawsuit over Disneyland wages

The lawsuit arose after Disney claimed it was exempt from Measure L, a 2018 voter-approved living wage initiative.

Disney experiences division invests heavily in cruise line

The company is increasing the size of its fleet from 6 to 13 ships over the next several years.

Jury awards family of Tyre Sampson $310 million in Orlando Freefall death case

The family's son fell out of the ride and died in 2022.

Environmental groups intend to sue SeaWorld San Diego over alleged fireworks pollution

The groups say that the park discharges waste into the bay.

Alton Towers retiring its swinging ship ride

The ride was in use for 44 years.

Man climbs out of coaster when lap bar allegedly releases while climbing lift

The Castles and Coasters park did not respond to the TV news report.

Study outlines negative effects of changes to Disney's disability policy

The findings were presented at the annual IAAPA trade show and conference.

Muppets move to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Monsters Inc. take over their area at Disney's Hollywood Studios

The long-running MuppetVision 3D will close.

Retired attorney shows historic Cedar Point collection at new Sandusky museum

The collection will be featured at the Merry-Go-Round Museum.

Cedar Point GM Carrie Boldman retiring at end of year

The general manager has been in the position since 2021.

Disney experiences division reports 1% gain in revenue

Domestic parks saw a 5% rise in operating income.

Six Flags Great Adventure officially announces end for Kingda Ka

Its replacement is expected in 2026.

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

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On this day in...

2021: Six Flags Magic Mountain will be Covid vaccination site

2019: Utah bill would establish state ride safety rules and agency

2018: Orlando water parks again closed for cold weather

2017: Jimmy Fallon ride will open in April at Universal Orlando with first virtual line application for the parks

2014: Indiana Beach announces 2014 rides, including a roller coaster for kids

2014: SeaWorld stock surges, while Blackfish denied Oscar recognition

2013: On-property stays at theme parks come with perks

2012: Holiday World owners exploring possibilities to operate Kentucky Kingdom

2011: Merlin considers bringing more of its brands to Central Florida

2011: Aldar Properties sells Ferrari World to UAE government

2010: Kinzel says he wants to get back to running parks, not worrying about finances

2008: Six Flags to cut $60 million in expenses after drop in net income and flat attendance

2008: Santa Clara City Council votes to move forward on 49ers stadium, Cedar Fair and other obstacles to follow

2008: Cedar Point versus Magic Mountain coaster race debate over

2007: Wiggles World opening in spring at three Six Flags parks

2006: CoasterBuzz Podcast #18 posted

2006: Beijing wants Disney park, company denies it has any such plans

2005: Fear Factor Live headed to Universal parks on both coasts

2003: Florida governor says there is no conflict of interest with rail commissioner

2003: Universal files trademark application for "Mummy" names

2002: More Silver Star construction photos posted to offcial site

2002: Wildwood's Dracula Castle burns in fire

2001: Editorial in Cleveland paper says Six Flags has "a lot of work to do"

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