The 2019-2020 off-season has already been one of the wildest in recent history. The closing of Clementon Park, Fantasy Island, and Indiana Beach have sent shockwaves through the entire amusement industry. Over the last few days, it appears Upper Clements Park will be added to the list. Upper Clements Park is a $23 million non-profit…
As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, more events are being canceled or postponed amid travel restrictions and increasing health warnings. Many institutions sent out press releases for operational changes in light of the virus. Among those companies is IAAPA. Today, the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions announced their plans to cancel their IAAPA…
Kennywood fans can rejoice! The Old Mill will be returning to the park! Kennywood has announced the removal of three rides for 2020; Garfield’s Nightmare, Pounce Bounce, and Kiddieland’s Orbiter. The announcement was made by park officials during CoasterBash, an off-season event held in Pittsburgh for coaster enthusiasts. After a 15 years, everyone’s favorite lasagna…
For many years, Cedar Point and Six Flags Magic Mountain have battled for the highly-sought after record of having the most roller coasters in a single park. Currently, Cedar Point has 17, while Six Flags Magic Mountain has 19. An announcement this week by Poland’s Energylandia has put them in contention for the record. The…
Mack Rides is a manufacturer known for their ingenuity and innovative rides. Back in late January, Mack showed a sneak peek of their new water ride concept during the 2020 FKF Convention held at Europa-Park. Today, the manufacturer has officially revealed their concept video with more details. The Rocking Boat features an 8 passenger vehicle…
One of the leading park operators in the United States will soon be on the move. Palace Entertainment, parent company to Kennywood Park, Idlewild & SoakZone and Sandcastle Waterpark, will begin efforts to establish a company-wide support facility in the Greater Pittsburgh Area in March 2020. The move to Pittsburgh will allow Palace to be…
Kennywood’s beloved Jack Rabbit roller coaster celebrates 100 years of double-dipping fun in 2020, and the park is celebrating this milestone with a major giveaway! To celebrate the 100-year anniversary, Kennywood is holding a contest offering 100 season passes for the 100 best Jack Rabbit memories. They’re asking for pictures or video from Kennywood fans and…
The message from SeaWorld Orlando was music to the ears of coaster enthusiasts across the country: “Ice Breaker is on track to launch this Spring… literally.” With those words, the final track section and the first train were installed early this week at SeaWorld Orlando. Not only is Ice Breaker SeaWorld Orlando’s first ever launch…
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to spread, the situation in Japan has worsened, and the Oriental Land Company has given us some sad news today. Oriental Land Co, the operator of Tokyo Disney Resorts theme parks, has closed their parks for two weeks in an effort to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. The…
The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors announced today that Bob Chapek has been named Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company, effective immediately. Mr. Chapek most recently served as Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. The former CEO, Bob Iger, will step down and take the role of Executive Chairman and continue…
We take a behind-the-scenes sneak peek look at SeaWorld San Diego’s new dive coaster, Emperor — and see one of the ride cars for the first time. Emperor is a floorless dive coaster that will, in fact, be the tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster on the West Coast, as well as the only floorless dive…
On February 18th, 2020 Apex Park Group officially put an end to the rumors and announced the closure of four of its properties — including Indiana Beach (Indiana) and Fantasy Island (Buffalo, NY). The move was announced through updates posted on the respective park’s social media channels. With the announcement, Indiana Beach will not operate…