News Archive - May 2011

South Carolina inspector only issued one citation in four years before fatal crash

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Other inspectors issued a number of violations or denied operating permits.

Riders review the new Zippin Pippin

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new $3.8 million roller coaster opens Green Bay.

500-foot Las Vegas Ferris wheel cleared by FAA for takeoff

Posted | Contributed by JoshuaTBell

Aviation agency says the attraction will not interfere with air traffic to nearby McCarran airport.

Gatorland opening zip line next month

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

New thrill ride opens to the public June 16.

New Jersey amusement park injuries at a historic low

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

State agency that tracks injuries says only one serious injury logged in the last two years.

Investigators say excessive speed was cause for fatal miniature train crash

Posted | Contributed by Walt S

Attorney for the operator of the train says his client is being "scapegoated."

SeaWorld attendance up 7% in first quarter of this year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Marine parks join the ranks of other theme parks seeing a rebound in attendance.

County lawmakers eliminate Playland entry fee for residents

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Move conflicts with administrator trying to raise revenue for the government-run park.

Two Ferris wheel projects in motion for Las Vegas strip

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

In addition to the proposed wheel at the south end, Caesars Entertainment wants to build one next to Flamingo.

It opens at Morey's this weekend

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Pendulum ride opens to thrill seekers with the piers.

Cedar Fair nominates new board member

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Gina D. France will replace Richard Ferreira, who has been on the board for 14 years.

Animatronic dinosaur catches fire at Kings Island

Posted | Contributed by CoasterDaddy

"Main attraction" of the up-charge exhibit goes up in flames.

Sea World bringing Aquatica water park to San Antonio

Posted | Contributed by kpjb

Opening May, 2012, the park replaces Lost Lagoon.

Central Florida has a new park, and range of new shows and attractions this year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Investments in Florida theme park attractions vary greatly across the region.

Wild Rivers water park in Irvine, CA will be replaced with 1,700 apartments

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Land owner declines to renew lease for the park, ending a 25-year run.

Legoland Florida opening October 15

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The former Cypress Gardens amusement park will finally reopen as the Lego-themed attraction this fall.

Worlds of Fun carousel has a mysterious past

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The <i>Kansas City Star</i> says there are a number of things about the ride that are difficult to determine.

Theme park planned for Jordan, with Star Trek attraction

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Resort opening planned for 2014.

Cheetah Hunt testing at Busch Gardens Tampa, opens next week

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Reporter gets a sneak preview of the new Intamin roller coaster opening in Florida.

Noah's Ark theme park approved for $43.1 million in tax incentives

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

Kentucky conducts studies to determine draw and financial impact of the proposed park.

Cedar Fair's Dick Kinzel sends open letter to unit holders

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Amusement park chief defends results in wake of complaints and lawsuits from large unit holder.

Despicable Me will replace Jimmy Neutron at Universal Studios Florida

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Also, Spider-Man at the Islands of Adventure theme park will be upgraded for digital projection.

LeSourdsville Lake/Americana subject of new book

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Book features over 200 photos of the Ohio park.

Knoebels rides still need work, no date set for opening

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Black Diamond, the new dark ride, and the Flying Turns are a work in progress, according to the owner.

Dubailand trying to land deals for Universal and Legoland parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Developer will not pursue projects for Six Flags or Dreamworks parks.

Cedar Point sues rock work company for incomplete work on Shoot the Rapids

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park paid up front for rock work, but when vendor said it couldn't complete the work, it did not return the money.

Zippin Pippin opens Saturday at Bay Beach

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Replica of "Elvis' favorite roller coaster" offers preview to enthusiasts and press.

Hong Kong's Ocean Park sets another attendance record at 5.1 million guests

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The theme park has set attendance records seven of the last eight years.

Clementon Park's new owners hope to improve experience

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

General manager wants to raise the bar for cleanliness and staff friendliness at the amusement park.

Epcot groping lawsuit dismissed

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Woman alleging she was groped by Donald Duck sought at least $50,000 in damages.

Geauga Lake's carousel nearly ready to ride again at Worlds of Fun

Posted | Contributed by JLovesee

Follow the full and in-depth coverage of the restoration and assembly of the 1926 Illions Geauga Lake Carousel, now relocated to Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, MO.

Merlin under fire in UK for marketing ticket prices without taxes

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Consumer advocates say they don't reveal the true price with VAT up front.

Disney Hollywood Studios has soft opening for revised Star Tours

Posted | Contributed by CPJ

Ride has been closed since September as it is revised to a 3D attraction.

Knott's reveals details for this year's Halloween Haunt

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

Park will add three new mazes and a new scare zone.

CoasterBuzz Podcast #204 posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Feel it, Q Funding crazies, Dick v. Jack, Kentucky Kingdom feasibility, Comcast on Universal Orlando, Six Flags split, I-Walk, American Eagle, packin' heat, politics, outside food, free stuff, Disney attendance and rooms, with kids.

Hello Kitty theme park coming to China in 2014

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Developers say the park will be the "cutest place on Earth."

Man faces felony gun charges for allegedly attempting to bring gun into Six Flags Great America

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Man allegedly became nervous as he approached the metal detectors.

Universal Orlando CityWalk adding mini-golf in 2012

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New facility will feature a drive-in theme and be visible as guests arrive from the parking garages entering CityWalk.

Disney attendance up, resort bookings down

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

TV revenue partially offsets poor film studio performance.

Theme parks focusing on deals

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Big ticket thrill rides somewhat de-emphasized.

Morey's It opens Memorial Day weekend

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Ride had to be small enough to avoid impacting a new $11 million wood coaster for next year.

Q sues Cedar Fair board in federal court, says board didn't disclose nomination process

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Investor seeks damages, alleging that the practice of electing board members was "secret" until recently.

Universal Studios Florida opens an AmEx lounge

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Guests who buy tickets with their American Express card have access to the plush lounge.

Euro Disney cuts losses on attendance boost

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

Attendance up 6.2% at the parks near Paris.

Unsealed documents detail conflict between Kinzel and Falfas

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Documents indicate that Cedar Fair's COO was still being groomed to be the next CEO, days before he was fired or quit.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach bans outside food

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

Gate staff branded "the sandwich police" as bosses blame a lack of space.

The American Eagle at Six Flags Great America turns 30

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Wooden roller coaster is something of an institution to people who see it every day, driving north of Chicago.

Marah Land added to ThemeParks.ie

Posted | Contributed by Richard Bannister

Photographs of the largest park in the Sultanate of Oman.

Universal Orlando files trademark suit against developers of "I-Walk" project

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Resort says that the name is too similar to its CityWalk and could cause confusion in the marketplace.

Six Flags announces stock split, quarterly dividend

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company will pay six cents per share.

Waldameer opens three rides for the 2011 season

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Paul Nelson says expansion is response to great year.

Cedar Point's Windseeker will not be ready for opening day

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Poor weather prevented the park from making construction progress.

Louisville mayor proposes bonds for Kentucky Kingdom

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The mayor's plan targets a 2012 reopening for the amusement park.

Cedar Fair operating loss higher in first quarter, expects to double distribution in 2013

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company hopes to end year with distribution of $1 per unit.

Comcast says it will make decision on Universal Orlando purchase next month

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

NBC Universal chief says the parks were key to improving cash flow.

Six Flags results could be an indication of things to come

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Higher attendance and solid post-bankruptcy financials offer clues to summer performance.

Six Flags EBITDA, sales up in first quarter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Loss improved over last year on strong ticket revenue and sales.

Carousel Works opening its warehouse for tours

Posted | Contributed by Jason Hammond

Ohio company works to build and restore carousels.

Zippin Pippin will change the face of Bay Beach

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The roller coaster will expand the demographic reach of visitors to the park.

Opinion: Replacement of Seattle Fun Forest with art exhibit sells out families

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Columnist says the little amusement park next to the Space Needle was an icon for kids growing up in the area.

Sources say NBC-Universal moving forward with talks to buy Blackstone stake in Universal Orlando

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company has first right of refusal for the other half of the theme park resort.

News archive

Loading...