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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.
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.
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