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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.

Kings Island's Flight of Fear was almost a Star Trek themed roller coaster

The designer eventually pivoted to the Outer Limits.

Disney posts 9% increase in experiences operating income for fiscal year

Launch of the Disney Treasure and cruise line affected results.

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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...

2024: Cedar Fair revenue and attendance down slightly in 2023

2023: Six Flags Over Texas' Aquaman: Power Wave water coaster will open March 11

2023: Universal Orlando will increase starting pay to $17, add benefits

2023: Breeze Airways offering Disney to Disney, or Orange County to Orange County flights

2019: Six Flags has record year, but stock is hammered as it misses analysts' target

2018: Woman dies after hair pulled off in go kart accident in India

2017: Cedar Fair has another record setting year

2017: Puppeteers at Disney California Adventure say show closure is over union activities

2017: History: Looking back at LeSourdsville Lake and Americana

2013: Orlando building a pedestrian bridge for Universal Orlando amidst controversy

2012: Concerts draw people to Orlando theme parks during slow season

2011: Cedar Fair reports record attendance and EBITDA for 2010

2010: UAE investor sells stake in Merlin

2010: CoasterBuzz Podcast #170 posted

2008: Warner Bros. to build $4 billion theme park in Korea

2007: Michigan's Adventure loses first round in assessment fight

2007: Disneyland wins against low-cost housing project

2007: Conneaut Lake can't be sold for tax money while under court supervision

2007: Judge tosses Beech Bend suits

2007: Mason councilman irritated by Kings Island official's comments

2007: Tony Hawk's Big Spin announced for Six Flags St. Louis

2006: Six Flags St. Louis announces drop tower, kids area

2006: Six Flags' Shapiro discusses plans at hotel summit

2005: Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom latest to score Proslide Tornado

2005: Cedar Fair announces organizational changes

2002: Omaha in line for new amusement park

2002: Dominion's Ricochet almost complete

2001: Batwing Flying Dutchman announced for Six Flags America

2001: Shamu scheduled to leave Sea World of Ohio today

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