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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.
Disney domestic experiences revenue up 22% in quarter, income up 10%
Expansion of the Disney cruise line also contributed to the results.
United Parks revenue and income down on nearly flat attendance
The company says weather was a factor in the results.
Six Flags posts net loss of $100 million in second quarter
The company missed its expectations in most categories.
Six Flags CEO Zimmerman out
Richard Zimmerman will step down as CEO. He previously led Cedar Fair.
Lucky Strike acquires three FEC's and two water parks
Parks were acquired by Herschend as part of the Palace Entertainment sale.
9-year-old child dies at Hersheypark
The incident occurred in the water park.
Investor in American Heartland park sues developer for "campaign of deception"
The 91-year-old says religious language was used to encourage him to commit to the project.
Holiday World announces Summer Wine'd Down Culinary Festival
The event will feature special menu items with suggested wine pairings.
Space themed indoor roller coaster coming to Legoland Florida and California in 2026
SPACEPORT 885 is an homage to one of the original LEGO Space Scooter sets, #885
ZDT's Amusement Park permanently closes August 17th
The park in Seguin east of San Antonio announced the closure on Facebook. The owner's have reportedly been trying to sell Switchback, their unique wood shuttle coaster, since last year.
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