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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.

Six Flags Magic Mountain converting kids area into Looney Tunes Land

The makeover will introduce two new play areas, retheme five rides and remove two roller coasters and two kids rides.

Lakemont Park sued by county for roller coaster neglect

The suit says the park hasn't maintained Leap The Dips, per its lease agreement.

Cedar Point nearly beats 31-year attendance record, despite overall Six Flags attendance

The 1994 record was 3.617 million guests.

Wild Waves announces final season

The park will open in 2026 for it's last year of operation.

Federal lawsuit challenges Disney's disability policies as too restrictive

The policies were previously revised to battle abuse.

Aerosmith removed from roller coaster preshow at Disney's Hollywood Studios

A Muppets theme will replace the aging rock band.

Six Flags appoints John Reilly as CEO

The executive has previous experience at Palace Entertainment and the former SeaWorld Entertainment.

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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. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  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...

2025: Kentucky Kingdom announces new $11 million family land

2023: Let's-a go! A look at the new Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood

2022: State ends investigation of Top Thrill Dragster accident at Cedar Point

2022: SeaWorld Orlando expands rescue capacity for manatees

2022: Bell family apparently doesn't even have rights to land for new park

2021: Anaheim pushes for state bill to open theme parks sooner

2021: New York theme parks can open at 33% capacity in April

2020: Indiana Beach closes as no buyer found for the park

2020: Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway posed design challenges as first Mickey ride ever

2020: Drayton Manor closed for two weeks following flooding

2016: Cancer survivor and Disney cast member supports kids with life-threatening illnesses

2016: Comcast may halt plans for Universal park in Okinawa

2016: Six Flags CEO passes position on to CFO

2016: Six Flags sees significant boost in attendance

2016: Cedar Fair has record year, net revenue up 7%

2016: Holiday World launches its own podcast

2015: SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment CEO search likely to be difficult

2014: Six Flags sues Gerstlauer over fatal Texas Giant accident

2011: Cheetah Hunt 90% complete at Busch Gardens Tampa

2011: Winter means constant refurbishment work for Kennywood workers

2011: Brothers convicted of scamming public in UK Christmas theme park debacle

2011: Planners OK new coaster for Dorney Park

2011: Disney spending $1 billion on technological services to improve guest experience

2010: Quassy coaster construction pushed back to fall, will open next year

2009: Judge approves sale of Hard Rock Park for $25 million

2005: Euro Disney shares up on capital increase

2004: Man who threatened to blow up Universal Studios Japan was just lonely

2002: Indiana Beach off -season tour scheduled for enthusiasts

2002: Knott's and Disney keep moving on new attractions

2002: Six Flags Magic Mountains' Deja Vu stalls in cobra roll

2002: Jubilee Odyssey goes vertical at UK's Fantasy Island

2001: Walibi Wavre becomes Six Flags Belgium

2001: Titan continues to grow in Texas

2001: Track arrives for Deja Vu at Magic Mountain

2001: Jazzland having problems paying suppliers, contractors

2000: Kennywood getting new Zamperla ride

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