Dollywood’s newest roller coaster, Big Bear Mountain, continues toward its Spring opening, as the last piece of track was put into place on Tuesday afternoon. Big Bear Mountain, with a track length of 3,990ft. becomes the longest roller coaster at Dollywood and marks the latest attraction in the parks newest area, Wildwood Grove — a $500…
Construction has officially begun on a $50 million football-themed indoor waterpark coming to the Hall of Fame Village in Canton, Ohio. A groundbreaking ceremony was held this morning on the waterpark project, which officials estimate will take two years to build. Once complete, the 147,000 square foot attraction will feature a waterslide tower, lazy river,…
Disney parks have always been very relaxed with on-board item policies, allowing guests to take loose articles on rides, and even record their experience with phones — but that is all about to change. New signage has been put in place at Walt Disney World banning loose articles while riding Space Mountain. Any handheld items,…
The Walt Disney Company announced today that Bob Iger is returning to lead Disney as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Iger, who spent more than four decades at the Company, including 15 years as its CEO, has agreed to serve as Disney’s CEO for two years, with a mandate from the Board to set…
Wildcat is back and seeking vengeance. Hersheypark has finally revealed the details of its all-new Wildcat’s Revenge hybrid coaster. One of 15 coasters at Hersheypark, the wood and steel hybrid will join one of the largest and most iconic coaster collections in the United States in summer 2023, 100 years after the first Wild Cat…
Woods of Terror is back for it’s 31st season this Fall with an all-new attraction “Brookhaven Memorial Hospital”. Woods of Terror is located at McLaurin Farms 12 miles outside of Greensboro, North Carolina. For the Halloween season, the 45 acre property offers twelve themed haunted houses that range from vampires, clowns, zombies and more. Guests at…
It’s that time of year again! This week industry professionals from across the globe tuned in online to honor the best of the best in the amusement industry. The Golden Ticket Awards by Amusement Today are like the Oscars for amusement parks. Each year, a detailed survey is sent to experienced and well-traveled amusement park experts…
Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey, has revealed their fall line-up of events, including Fright Fest, which promises to be the scariest event ever! While daylight hours are reserved for the family-friendly Kids Boo Fest and Oktoberfest, the theme park will pull out all the stops for “fright by night”. Oktoberfest Food Festival ─ September 17 through October 30 Oktoberfest…
Bombs Away, Pittsburgh’s all-new, thrilling waterslide, officially dropped into action today at Sandcastle Waterpark. Bombs Away, Sandcastle’s new high altitude, free-fall body slide, sees riders step into an enclosed launch capsule while taking in serene views from the park’s highest point. As the countdown hits zero, the floor suddenly vanishes, propelling riders at a jaw-dropping 26…
This weekend guests will finish their day at Carowinds with the unforgettable sights and sounds of the Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular. Each evening on Saturday, July 2, on Sunday, July 3, and on Monday, July 4, at approximately 9:30pm Carowinds will begin its pyrotechnic salute to America, featuring a barrage of dazzling shells and colors…
Guests at three Pennsylvania amusement parks (Kennywood, Sandcastle Waterpark, and Idlewild & SoakZone) will soon find a more efficient, convenient, and visitor-friendly process to pay for park tickets and treats. Beginning Tuesday, June 28 at Kennywood and Sandcastle and Wednesday, June 29 at Idlewild & SoakZone, the parks will only accept credit, debit and prepaid cards or secure…
Today, the American Coaster Enthusiasts (the world’s largest ride organization) recognized Cedar Point’s Blue Streak, as an official ACE Roller Coaster Landmark — one of only 46 in the world. In an effort to recognize and promote rides that are noteworthy in coaster history, the ACE Roller Coaster Landmark program was established in 2000. This…