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With Pittsburgh playing host to the 2026 NFL Draft, a wave of big names has rolled into the city, including Pat McAfee. Among their stops around the city, The Pat McAfee Show crew made their way to Kennywood for a unique on-location broadcast that put one of Pennsylvania’s most historic amusement parks in the national…
Kennywood will open its gates for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 18 at 11am, launching a season packed with new experiences, returning favorites, and milestone celebrations at Pittsburgh’s historic amusement park. This year introduces an all-new spring event, fresh food offerings, and upgrades across the park, all while continuing the blend of classic charm…
Pittsburgh’s beloved Kennywood Park is just days away from opening its gates for the 127th season, launching a year of fun, thrills, and unforgettable memories on Saturday, April 12. The park’s milestone Opening Day fittingly lands on 412 Day, a nod to the Steel City’s area code, and ushers in a packed calendar highlighted by…
In a major move within the themed entertainment industry, Herschend the owner of amusement parks such as Dollywood, Silver Dollar City and Kentucky Kingdom, has reached a definitive agreement to acquire all U.S. properties operated by Palace Entertainment from Parques Reunidos. This strategic acquisition enhances Herschend’s presence in the family entertainment sector while enabling Parques…
Kennywood’s Holiday Lights has returned for its most spectacular season yet, offering guests a festive blend of new experiences and classic holiday favorites. This year’s event promises to be the park’s largest holiday celebration to date, with an expanded entertainment lineup, new character meet-and-greets, a wider array of seasonal treats, and over three million dazzling…
Today, amusement industry professionals from all around the globe have convened in Pennsylvania to celebrate the best of the best in their field! Amusement Today introduced the Golden Ticket Awards in 1998 to spotlight the amusement park industry and its attractions by acknowledging the “Best of the Best”. The Golden Ticket Awards by Amusement Today are…
Kennywood has introduced a new pub that pays homage to the park’s rich history, marking one of the many exciting additions for the 2024 season. Once inside the new Jeeter’s Pub, guests will find the venue celebrating the park’s rich heritage with nostalgic murals and artwork, including a dedicated wall for Le Cachot. Look close…
Kennywood is currently implementing a comprehensive modification project on its iconic Steelers-themed roller coaster, aimed at enhancing the ride’s longevity and reliability. According to park officials, this endeavor involves extensive collaboration with third-party engineers and the ride’s manufacturer over several months to ensure uninterrupted ride experiences for guests. Kennywood officials have announced the Steel Curtain roller…
Kennywood doesn’t open its gates until April 20th, but today, we stopped by for an up close look at all the new 2024 improvements and additions around the park. Kennywood, Pittsburgh’s Thrill and Entertainment Destination, offers an unmatched mix of modern thrills and classic rides, exciting entertainment, iconic eateries with signature food and memorable events….
Exciting Employment Opportunities Await at Kennywood, Sandcastle Water Park, and Idlewild & Soakzone near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As the anticipation builds for the thrilling 2024 season, Kennywood, Sandcastle Water Park, and Idlewild & Soakzone are gearing up by welcoming over 3,000 new team members across their three properties. With Opening Day festivities slated for Saturday, April…
Kennywood is getting into the holiday spirit earlier this year as they celebrate their 125th season with their biggest and brightest Holiday Lights ever. The festivities will begin on Saturday, November 18, one weekend earlier than originally planned. This year’s event features over two million twinkling lights and Pennsylvania’s tallest Christmas Tree, along with a…
Kennywood’s Racer roller coaster will be closing for a scheduled retrack project on Saturday, September 16,2023. Since its debut in 1927, The Racer has been a beloved attraction at Kennywood for an impressive 96 years. Maintaining three roller coasters from the 1920s is no small feat, but the parks skilled team of carpenters, maintenance technicians,…