Roller Coaster and Amusement Industry News

Magic Mountain retiring X2

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The Arrow 4D roller coaster first opened in 2008.

Jana Partners again calls for Six Flags sale

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The firm owns 9% of the company,

United Parks titles-up two execs

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company named a new president and made the chief parks operator a single position.

Vekoma posts history video for its 100th anniversary

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The video follows the company's evolution from its start manufacturing agricultural equipment.

Six Flags Magic Mountain announces Thrill Glider

Posted | Contributed by Mr. Six

The new Vekoma roller coaster will debut in 2027.

Arie Force One purchased by Six Flags, location TBD

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

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

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

A trial is scheduled for next year.

Dolly Parton dies at 80

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The entertaining legend founded Dollywood.

Six Flags moving corporate headquarters to Arlington, Texas

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company says it will "enhance operational efficiency."

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

Posted | Contributed by bigboy

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

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new roller coaster opens in 2027.

Six Flags loss widens despite same-park attendance growth

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company sold seven parks and closed another.

Disney beats expectations, attendance up at theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Domestic parks up 3% compared to prior year.

United Parks revenue, income and attendance down in second quarter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Per capita spending reached a new record.

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

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The ride will reach 100 mph over three launches.

Marineland beluga whales make their way to SeaWorld San Antonio

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Others went to the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

Busch Gardens Tampa president talks about $200 million in improvements

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Jon Vigue got his start at Lake Compounce.

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

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The ride has been closed since July 7.

Six Flags Great America closed due to poor air quality

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The Canadian wild fires forced the decision last Friday.

Dick Knoebel dies at 87

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

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

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