Halloween Haunt returns to Kings Island this fall with a mix of fearsome favorites, new nightmares, and a major change to how guests access the park’s haunted attractions. The Mason, Ohio park, now part of the Six Flags family following the Cedar Fair merger, is raising the stakes with an all-new premium haunted experience and…
SCarowinds returns this fall with a milestone season of scares, debuting multiple new attractions, an expanded lineup of haunted mazes, and a significant change for guests who want to explore them. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Carolinas’ largest Halloween event will now require a separate Haunted Attractions Pass for entry into any haunted maze, along…
Busch Gardens Williamsburg is gearing up to celebrate National Roller Coaster Day on Saturday, August 16, 2025, with a lineup of special experiences, exclusive access, and major savings for thrill-seekers. From morning to midnight, the park will be buzzing with coaster action. Guests can take on all 11 of Busch Gardens’ world-class roller coasters, including…
Las Vegas is about to get even more chilling—thanks to a brand-new score from gothic horror masterminds Midnight Syndicate. The acclaimed composers have created an original soundtrack for Universal Horror Unleashed, Universal Destinations & Experiences’ first-ever year-round horror attraction, opening August 14, 2025, at the AREA15 District. This project marks the band’s first custom score…
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has announced that Richard A. Zimmerman, president, CEO, and board member, will step down from his role as CEO by the end of 2025. Zimmerman will continue in the position until a successor is appointed and will remain on the company’s board. The board has initiated a CEO search with a…
A well-known figure in the world of paranormal investigation has passed away while on tour with one of the most infamous haunted objects in history. Dan Rivera, lead investigator for the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR) and handler of the real-life Annabelle doll, died unexpectedly over the weekend while traveling with the cursed…
After nearly two decades of thrills, splashes, and family memories, ZDT’s Amusement Park in Seguin, Texas, will officially close its gates for good on August 17, 2025. Switchback Roller Coaster — Courtesy ZDT’s Amusement Park The announcement, made via the park’s website and social media pages, marks the end of an era for the family-owned…
The Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is making waves with the debut of a world-exclusive exhibit featuring personal artifacts from Isidor and Ida Straus—two of the RMS Titanic’s most memorable passengers. For the first time ever, visitors can view rare, never-before-seen items including Isidor Straus’s pocket watch and a heartfelt letter penned by…
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is set to glow once again as its acclaimed Lantern Festival returns for the 2025 season, this time with even more enchantment, interactivity, and after-dark magic. Beginning July 31, visitors can experience a reimagined event that blends ancient tradition with modern fantasy, all while exploring the Zoo in an entirely…
Universal is bringing spine-tingling scares and next-level storytelling to the Windy City. Universal Destinations & Experiences has officially announced Chicago as the next city to host Universal Horror Unleashed — a year-round, immersive horror attraction. The new location marks Universal’s first branded entertainment experience in the Midwest and will occupy the former 114,000-square-foot Tribune Distribution…
Universal Destinations & Experiences is turning up the terror with its most ambitious horror project yet. Universal Horror Unleashed, a permanent, year-round horror attraction, officially opening to the public on August 14, 2025, at AREA15 in Las Vegas. Located at the AREA15 District, Universal Horror Unleashed is Universal Destinations & Experiences’ first-ever, year-round horror experience….
Busch Gardens Williamsburg is raising the bar on summer fun with the return of fan-favorite perks and all-new attractions as part of its milestone 50th Anniversary Celebration. From June 23 through July 31, guests can enjoy a cool tradition with the return of Free Beer! Members, Annual Pass Holders, and Military Pass Members can enjoy…