News Archive - August 2018

Carowinds announces Copperhead Strike, a roller coaster with two launches

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The coaster will launch 0 to 42 miles per hour in just 2.5 seconds.

Six Flags America announces Firebird roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The former Apocalypse (relocated from Six Flags Great America where it was Iron Wolf) will be converted to a floorless coaster.

Six Flags Great America announces launching Maxx Coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new ride will go from 0 to 78 mph in under 2 seconds.

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom announces Batman: The Ride, 4D roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

This stock 4D ride is set to open in 2019.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas announces Joker Wild Card pendulum ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park says it's "among the tallest" in the world.

Six Flags St. Louis announces Supergirl flat ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The circular ride will flip 24 riders around a wheel.

Six Flags Magic Mountain announces West Coast Racers, racing launched roller coasters

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The racing ride opens in 2019.

Six Flags Over Georgia announces Pandemonium pendulum ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The 147-foot ride will open in 2019.

Six Flags Great Adventure announces Wonder Woman Lasso of Truth pendulum ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park says it will be the world's tallest pendulum ride.

Darien Lake announces Star Screamer tower ride, will rebrand as Six Flags park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new ride will open for the 2019 season.

SeaWorld San Antonio introducing Bier Fest with over 100 different brews

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The festival starts September 1.

Six Flags Great America is teasing its next attraction

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park is generating interest in the yet to be announced new project.

Anaheim agrees to drop Disney tax incentives

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Future of hotel project is uncertain.

SeaWorld San Antonio adding two flat rides, turtle exhibit, according to permit filings

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new attractions could be finished by May.

Closing attractions and fan nostalgia boost theme park attendance

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Parks frequently market the attractions that are closing for an increase in admission and merchandise revenue.

Cedar Fair to build 203-room Hyatt branded hotel at Canada's Wonderland

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new hotel will open in 2020.

Walt Disney World agrees to $15 minimum wage by 2021

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company has been negotiating with unions for nine months.

Disney asks Anaheim to be released from tax agreements

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company said the agreements caused an "adversarial" climate between the company and the city.

Dutch Wonderland closes due to flooding

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park's closure was the first due to flooding since 2005.

Meijer abandons contract to build on former Geauga Lake property

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The Cedar Fair property remains undeveloped following years of speculation about its future.

Food and wine festivals bring crowds and profits to Florida theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Epcot isn't the only park offering the festivals.

Appeals court says Disney line waiting cases for autism can move forward

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

Judge previously ruled in favor of Disney.

Safety advocates still pushing for federal regulation of amusement rides

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

While accidents are still statistically unlikely, advocates still want federal oversight.

Body found in burning car at Disney's Fantasia Gardens mini-golf course

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The victim has not yet been identified.

Merlin starts sharing details for Legoland New York, opening in 2020

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new park will be the largest among the Legoland theme parks.

New Disneyland hotel plans on hold as Anaheim disputes tax deal after location change

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

City says the tax break only applied to the previously planned location.

Train catches fire at Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

One minor injury was reported.

Six Flags America to retire Apocalypse roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The former Iron Wolf from Six Flags Great America will soon close.

Six Flags launches guest loyalty program

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Announcement says guest will earn points for free food and experiences.

Canada's Wonderland announces Yukon Striker, a B&M dive roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by jonnytips

The new 245 foot tall dive coaster will be a part of the new Frontier Canada area.

Man dies in vat of oil and grease in Walt Disney World facility

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The 61-year-old man slipped and fell, and was reportedly overwhelmed by the fumes.

SeaWorld Entertainment secures rights to Rudolph IP for holidays through January 2024

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The characters will be used at SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Sesame Place parks.

Disney park revenue up 6%, US attendance up 1%

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Higher ticket prices and room rates boost revenue.

SeaWorld Entertainment cuts 125 more jobs despite improved results

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company had about 4,900 full-time employees as of last December.

SeaWorld Entertainment attendance, revenue up nearly 5% in second quarter compared to last year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Total revenue up 4.9% for the quarter, 8.7% for the year, with similar increases in attendance.

Dollywood announces $37 million Wildwood Grove, including family suspended roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by OhioStater

The 11 new attractions will open in 2019.

Cedar Fair reports "lower than anticipated" results for 2018 second quarter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Net revenue for first half down 1% on a 2% decline in attendance.

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