Each Fall, excitement builds around the nation’s top haunted houses and Halloween attractions. Once again, Coaster Nation put the power in the hands of the fans to decide their favorites. Unlike other outlets with paid rankings, or entry forms, this list is the result of 100% authentic fan votes! Fans nominated professional haunted attractions across…
Every Halloween season we hear about the BEST or SCARIEST haunted houses. Pro Haunted attractions today are comparable to Hollywood movie productions, becoming more elaborate and more immersive than ever before! According to the Haunted Attraction Association, the haunt industry is a $10 billion dollar industry with more than 4,000 haunted attractions spread across the…
Kentucky Kingdom is gearing up for a new era of fun and family thrills with the announcement of Flying Fox, a custom Vekoma family coaster set to debut in 2026. The $14 million addition marks the park’s first new coaster since 2019 and promises an immersive story-driven experience inspired by Kentucky’s agricultural roots. Themed around…
Universal Orlando Resort is giving guests more flexibility than ever before with the launch of new multi-day ticket options for 2026. For the first time, visitors can enjoy full access to all of Universal’s theme parks, including the groundbreaking Epic Universe, across multiple days of their vacation. The new ticket lineup offers 3-Day, 4-Day, and…
There’s still time to squeeze in some fall fun before the season officially wraps! Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom is keeping the thrills going with a mix of fright and delight as Halloween Haunt and the family-friendly Tricks and Treats event continue select dates through November 2. When the sun sets, the park transforms into…
As the leaves fall and the season winds down, Six Flags America is going out in style with its largest Kids Boo Fest to date — and there’s still time to join the fun. The park will keep the Halloween magic alive for two more weekends through November 2, offering families a mix of thrills,…
Super Bowl champion and lifelong coaster fan Travis Kelce is turning his passion for thrill rides into a business venture. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end has officially joined forces with activist investment firm JANA Partners, acquiring a stake in Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the parent company of Cedar Point, Kings Island, and dozens of…
As the fog clears and the Halloween Haunt creatures retreat for the year, Kings Island is already preparing for its next big celebration, WinterFest. Before the twinkling lights and festive tunes take over, the park has a special surprise for thrill-seekers. For the first time ever, Kings Island will host a “bonus weekend” on November…
Spirit Halloween is keeping the holiday spirit alive well after spooky season wraps up. Following the success of its “Spirit Christmas” pilot last year, the retailer is making a bold move for 2025, expanding from its 10 test stores in the Northeast to 30 locations across 13 states. After years of dominating fall with its…
Six Flags Over Texas is charging into history with Tormenta Rampaging Run, a one-of-a-kind roller coaster that will trample six world records when it opens in 2026. Soaring to 309 feet, this adrenaline-fueled attraction will not only become the world’s tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster, but also the first-ever giga dive coaster, setting a…
Dollywood has officially revealed its next record-breaking addition, and it’s one for the history books. Opening in Spring 2026, NightFlight Expedition will debut inside Wildwood Grove as the largest single attraction investment in Dollywood’s history, a more than $50 million project blending coaster thrills, river rapids, and immersive storytelling into one unforgettable journey. Created in…
Nashville could soon be more than just the home of country music and hot chicken. Stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze is aiming to put Music City back on the theme park map with an ambitious new project: Nateland Theme Park. Plans are underway for a park spanning roughly 80–100 acres, making it one of the largest…