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…
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…
An all new two-level dining facility is set to open later this summer at Canada’s Wonderland. ‘Lazy Bear Lodge: Wood Fired Grille’ is the official name of the new two-level, rustic restaurant and the name was inspired by a sleeping black bear that’s featured prominently on the logo. Construction of the project has been ongoing…
After more than six months of extensive re-tracking work, The Beast roller coaster has completed its test runs and is scheduled to re-open to Kings Island guests Sunday, May 8th! The 43-year-old wooden roller coaster has received more than 2,000 ft. of replacement track and a steeper first drop. In March, the amusement park announced…
The long wait is almost over. Cedar Point’s 153rd summer season begins on Saturday, May 7. The park is preparing for the upcoming season by introducing completely renovated and transformed hotel properties, new touchless transaction technology, and of course new dining options. Here’s some things to expect for 2022! “Our team is excited to see…
Exactly five decades after opening its gates for the first time on April 29, 1972, guests arrived at Kings Island amusement park today to be part of its 50th anniversary event. Thousands were on hand to take part in the celebration which included free birthday buttons, paper crown hats, as well as commemorative park maps…
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2022, Kings Island has announced the return of live music to the Timberwolf Amphitheatre. And for the first time, concert goers will not have to purchase admission to the amusement park to attend. Timberwolf Amphitheatre has been an entertainment staple at Kings Island since the 1980’s, but has seen less…
As Cedar Point continues to build upon its multi-day destination offerings and vision, the park is preparing for the upcoming season by introducing completely renovated and transformed hotel properties, new touchless transaction technology, and of course new dining options. One of the events that will be returning this year is the annual celebration of hope,…
Today, Canada’s Wonderland has revealed their 2022 events lineup that includes seven festivals, including three new food festivals (Portugal, Ireland and The Caribbean). Plus, long weekend fireworks will be back! Canada’s Wonderland opens to the public on April 30 and this summer it will feature seven festivals, including three new food festivals – Portugal, Ireland…
Starting Saturday, April 9th, Carowinds will showcase some of the best food, music, and fun from the Carolinas when it debuts a new State Line Celebration. The limited-time event, which will run on select days through Sunday, May 8, capitalizes on Carowinds unique distinction as the nation’s only amusement park straddling two states. Carowinds’ State…
Kings Island’s world-famous roller coaster, The Beast, will break its own World Record in 2022. The coaster, which opened in 1979 as the World’s Longest Wooden Roller Coaster, has held that distinction ever since. When it opens for the season in May it will beat its own record by two feet, from 7,359 ft. to…
Cedar Point Resorts guests, Platinum Passholders and Cedar Point Gold Passholders can start their day with “Early Entry” — getting special access to the park before it opens. It’s a great opportunity to get a head start on some of the park’s busiest attractions, including several for kids and families. While guests may enter the…