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SeaWorld San Antonio announces Barracuda Strike, an inverted family coaster

The ride is expected to open in spring 2026.

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.

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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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Rollback

On this day in...

2024: Disneyland introduces $400 line skipping pass

2024: Six arrested after fight at Cedar Point

2024: Universal Epic Universe opens May 22, 2025, tickets go on sale October 22

2023: Playland Fresno at risk of shutting down

2023: Residents of children's home working at Bushkill Park

2018: Disney previews new Coronado Springs tower

2017: Merlin stock down 20% on earnings warning

2016: Florida theme parks contribute millions to political campaigns

2016: Wanda hires ex-Disney exec to run Chinese theme parks

2014: Dark ride and roller coaster hybrids all the rage

2014: Developer intends to build 7 hotels near Disney's Animal Kingdom and Wide World of Sports

2013: Vertical construction begins for Disney in Shanghai

2011: Richard Zimmerman promoted to COO of Cedar Fair

2011: Tennessee theme park proposal starts controversy

2007: Consultant says safety improved at Playland

2007: Disney spending $1.1 billion on California Adventure

2006: Disney and SeaWorld serving more nutritious options

2006: Busch Gardens Europe employees charged with felony embezzlement

2006: SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund raises $222,000 in 'WildNIGHT' dinner

2006: Fire takes buildings at former Rocky Point amusement park

2005: Kennywood sues West Mifflin over amusement tax

2005: False new attraction memo makes rounds at Six Flags Great America

2005: CoasterBuzz Podcast #4 posted

2003: SeaWorld Adventure Parks Tycoon ships for PC's

2003: Crocodile Hunter wants to build theme park in Brisbane

2003: Paramount to open theme park in Fukuoka, Japan

2003: Eastcoaster.com adds pictures and video from Knoebels

2002: Huss sells a Giant Jump2 to Paramount Canada's Wonderland

2002: Mondial Top Scan strands 28 riders at Lagoon

2002: Teen girl suffers critical injuries at Hull fairground in UK

2002: Results of study could lead local officials to help finance Nashville park

2001: Universal Orlando lays off 100, Disney delays hotel construction

2001: Orlando ad campaign targets Floridians

2000: CCI Website up and running

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