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Jana Partners wants Six Flags to sell

The investment firm also wants new leadership on the board.

Sesame Workshop sues United Parks over royalties and use of IP

The non-profit says United Parks stopped paying royalties in September.

Travis Kelce assumes role of "brand ambassador" for Six Flags

The NFL star will appear in various forms of marketing.

Unofficial Blackpool Pleasure Beach history site launched

Park has been in the same family's ownership for 130 years

Six Flags will sell seven parks to EPR for $331 million

The proceeds are expected to be "slightly beneficial to the Company’s leverage ratio."

United Parks reports down quarter, year

Revenue, income and attendance suffered in Q4.

Six Flags posts $1.6 billion loss for 2025

The company also reduced its fourth quarter loss, in part by cutting holiday events.

Silver Dollar City will retire Thunderation roller coaster after 2026

The classic mine train roller coaster will close at the end of the season.

Universal Orlando's special district negotiating contract with Boring Company

Elon Musk's tunneling company could create tunnels between Epic and the original parks.

Fair ride collapses in India, killing one person

The accident bring scrutiny to maintenance and inspections standards in India.

Gay Day cancelled in Orlando for 2026

Organizers cite sponsorship and hotel difficulties.

Playland coaster renovation sparks opinions

The operator is renovating the Dragon, removing its decorations.

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.

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

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On this day in...

2025: Legoland teasing "groundbreaking" roller coasters for Florida and California

2024: RollerCoaster Tycoon at 25 inspired real coaster designers

2023: DA threatens to sue Kennywood over security measures

2022: A 14-year-old boy died after falling from freefall ride at Orlando ICON Park

2021: Tayto Park finally gets approval for €15.5 million roller coaster

2020: Opening dates for attractions under construction could be delayed

2020: Universal Orlando extends closure as Orange County issues stay-at-home order

2016: Manby says SeaWorld pivot was necessary to avoid "losing battle"

2013: Family feud and lawsuits behind struggle for control of Holiday World

2013: Japanese tourist dies in Cambodian roller coaster derailment

2012: Boy who died after visit to Knoebels pool had undiagnosed heart condition

2010: IAAPA spent $190,000 on lobbying efforts in Q4

2010: Wizarding World of Harry Potter set to open June 18

2009: Six Flags Magic Mountain Terminator ride theme queues guests for the resistance

2009: Alcohol permits issued for Six Flags Over Texas

2009: Fun Spot opts to stay closed this year

2008: Moody's downgrades ratings on Six Flags

2008: KICentral.com adds historical photos and guide from Kings Island

2008: Two Gilroy Gardens board members resign

2004: Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 screenshots and previews posted

2004: Virtual Midway adds 14 off-season progress photos

2003: Locals don't want tall ride at Fantasy Island

2003: Photos from Great Escape job fair grant peak of Canyon Blaster

2002: AIR and Alton Towers 2002 guide added to Coaster Grotto

2002: Knott's Berry Farm begins to erect Xcelerator...Again!

2002: Ham on Rye opens at Magic Mountain

2002: Canobie Lake's Star Blaster begins to rise

2002: Lost Coaster at Indiana Beach is showing great progress

2002: Ricochet debuts at Paramount's Carowinds

2002: Colossus opens to the public

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