News Archive - August 2022

Merlin intends to build Legoland park in Belgium by 2027

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company signed a letter of intent with government.

Santa's Village employee hospitalized after fall from platform

Posted | Contributed by Carousel Rabbit

According to a preliminary investigation by the New Hampshire Department of Safety, the 51-year-old man suddenly fell off a platform while the roller coaster ride was in motion.

Injuries reported on El Toro at Six Flags Great Adventure

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Five guests taken to medical facility for evaluation on Thursday night. The ride was closed last year after a partial derailment.

Accesso signs five-year deal with Parques Reunidos for loQueue

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Two American venues and four European theme parks added to portfolio.

Bandai Namco releases trailer for Park Beyond theme park sim

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Release date for the game is an ambiguous 2023.

Seattle feature: The life and death of Playland

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Article looks back at the Seattle amusement park that closed in 1960.

Disney parks division reports massive increase in revenue and profit

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Quarterly revenue up to $7.4 billion, from $4.3 billion a year earlier, and an operating profit of $2.2 billion, up from $356 million.

Dozens injured in roller coaster collision at Legoland Deutschland

Posted | Contributed by PhantomTails

Two trains on Feuerdrache caused at least 31 injuries.

Three people reportedly shot in Six Flags Great America parking lot

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.

Canada's Wonderland announces Tundra Twister and Snoopy's Racing Railway

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The giant pendulum ride will be one-of-a-kind, while the railway will be a launched family coaster.

Six Flags revenue down 5% for the quarter compared to last year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Total revenue for second quarter 2022 decreased $24 million, or 5%, compared to second quarter 2021, driven by lower attendance and a $5 million reduction in sponsorship, international agreements and accommodations revenue.

Cedar Point announces Boardwalk with Wild Mouse roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by extremecoasterdad

The new area and ride opens in 2023.

Carowinds to celebrate 50th anniversary with Aeronautica Landing, with five new themed rides

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Construction is underway for the new themed area.

Worlds of Fun announces Zambezi Zinger, a wood roller coaster borrowing from the original steel ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Great Coasters International will build the ride with a spiral lift.

Universal Orlando sets CityWalk rule that minors must be accompanied by adult after 9 p.m.

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Exceptions are made for movie goers and hotel guests.

Woman dies in fall from German roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

It is not yet clear how she slipped from the restraint.

Dollywood announces Big Bear Mountain roller coaster for 2023

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The family ride will have the longest track at the park.

SeaWorld Entertainment has another record quarter while attendance lags behind 2019

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Revenue was $504.8 million for the quarter, a 24.3% increase over 2019.

Busch Gardens Tampa offering free behind the scenes tours for National Roller Coaster Day

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The tours are available on a first come, first serve basis August 13 to August 16.

Cedar Fair finishes quarter 17% over 2019 net revenue, reinstates distribution

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company resumes its distribution at a rate of 30 cents per unit.

Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger opens at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The B&M roller coaster has received great reviews by park-goers.

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