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Six Flags Magic Mountain announces Thrill Glider

The new Vekoma roller coaster will debut in 2027.

Arie Force One purchased by Six Flags, location TBD

The company bought the roller coaster shortly after Fun Spot closed in Georgia.

Magic Mountain attorneys cite pre-existing condition, low G-forces in X2 lawsuit

A trial is scheduled for next year.

Dolly Parton dies at 80

The entertaining legend founded Dollywood.

Six Flags moving corporate headquarters to Arlington, Texas

The company says it will "enhance operational efficiency."

Disney reveals details for new attractions and ships at D23 fan event

From new themed lands to attraction renovations, to a new class of cruise ships, Disney revealed dozens of coming attractions.

Silver Dollar City announces family roller coaster, Miner's Mountain Express

The new roller coaster opens in 2027.

Six Flags loss widens despite same-park attendance growth

The company sold seven parks and closed another.

Disney beats expectations, attendance up at theme parks

Domestic parks up 3% compared to prior year.

United Parks revenue, income and attendance down in second quarter

Per capita spending reached a new record.

Six Flags Great Adventure announces 382-foot tall Bakunawa spinning roller coaster

The ride will reach 100 mph over three launches.

Marineland beluga whales make their way to SeaWorld San Antonio

Others went to the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

Busch Gardens Tampa president talks about $200 million in improvements

Jon Vigue got his start at Lake Compounce.

State issues shutdown order for Carowinds' Fury 325 due to foundation issue

The ride has been closed since July 7.

Six Flags Great America closed due to poor air quality

The Canadian wild fires forced the decision last Friday.

Dick Knoebel dies at 87

Knoebel led the park bearing his name for almost four decades.

Busch Gardens Tampa closing Kumba, will replace with Kumba's Revenge

The B&M roller coaster debuted in 1993.

Ferris wheel cabin derails in Korea

No major injuries were reported.

Profile: Kennywood maintenance tech logs 46 years

Geno Chamboredon started in 1980 as a ride op.

Holiday World celebrates the Fourth with Mack Rides plans

The Mack Rides attraction is expected to open in May, 2027.

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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. ArieForce One, Fun Spot America Atlanta
  6. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  7. El Toro, Six Flags Great Adventure
  8. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  9. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  10. Lightning Rod, Dollywood

See the entire list in the CoasterBuzz 100

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On this day in...

2025: Dollywood announces NightFlight Expedition hybrid attraction for 2026

2025: Man dies after ride on Stardust Racers at Epic Universe

2025: SeaWorld Orlando announces suspended dark ride

2022: Carowinds closed early due to "unruly minors" amid apparently false rumors of gun fire

2020: Walt Disney World will keep water parks closed through March

2018: Epcot will replace Illuminations fireworks show after 20 years

2017: Landmark plaque dedicated at former site of Geauga Lake

2017: Health and Safety Executive concludes investigation into M&D Tsunami accident

2014: Cedar Point announces Rougarou, Hotel Breakers details and new group pavilions

2014: Cedar Point posts video tease for Rougarou, the floorless coaster formerly known as Mantis

2014: Ohio Supreme Court says Falfas not entitled to job at Cedar Fair

2013: 20th Century Fox and dinosaurs compete for Zoo Miami theme park proposals

2013: Jackie Chan: The theme park

2012: Kentucky Kingdom suitors get tour of the abandoned amusement park

2012: Former animal trainer delivers Marineland petition

2009: Xcelerator cable snaps at Knott's Berry Farm, video posted to YouTube

2009: Disney World suspends bus service after suspicious device found under bus

2008: Six Flags Great America announces Buccaneer Battle

2007: Toy Story dark ride coming to California Adventure in 2008

2006: CoasterBuzz Podcast #46 posted

2006: Arnolds Park turns profit for third straight year

2006: Michigan officials tight lipped on proposed theme park

2004: Local and state officials question Six Flags tax filings for Ohio park

2003: Holiday World's Will Koch issues letter to enthusiasts, cancels all 2004 events

2002: Hershey Foods will not be sold

2002: US Business Review profiles Holiday World

2002: Six on-ride videos added to Rollercoasterfreaks.com

2001: Stocks for theme parks, hotels hit hard in wake of attacks

2001: AIR rises over Alton Towers landscape

2001: Goliath added to Americacoasters.com video collection

2000: Roller Coaster Tycoon expansion hits store shelves

2000: $10.00 Rebate when you buy Loopy Landscapes

2000: Cedar Point general manager to retire

2000: Perilous Plunge open, experiences start to roll in

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