A Fond Farewell to Cedar Point's Monster
Cedar Point has put its Monster to rest. Referring to the iconic ride at the Ohio theme park, Tony Clark, communications director for Cedar Point and Kings Island, explained it simply: “Monster ... [read more]
Hersheypark Brawl Highlights Growing Challenge of Teen Takeovers
On the evening of April 3, during Hersheypark's opening day for its 120th season, a large brawl broke out that ultimately led to charges against 55 people. Those charged ranged in age from 12 to 19. ... [read more]
Celebrating a Century of the Tilt-A-Whirl
One hundred years ago this month, Herbert Sellner applied for a patent for a ride he invented at the kitchen table and built in a neighbor's yard in Faribault, Minnesota. According to family lore, ... [read more]
Lagoon Amusement Park and S&S Team Up Again for The Nutcracker Screamin' Swing
Farmington, Utah's Lagoon Amusement Park opened its summer season with a new S&S swing ride. The Nutcracker soars 105 feet above the park, creating an exciting new attraction that carries up to ... [read more]
Thunderation to Close as Silver Dollar City Eyes Its Next Big Attraction
Silver Dollar City is closing its iconic mine train-themed roller coaster, Thunderation. The Branson, Missouri park has called the ride "one of the most celebrated mine train roller coasters in the ... [read more]
Nate Bargatze's Next Big Act: A $350 Million Theme Park in Nashville
One of the most successful comedians working today, Nate Bargatze is turning his attention to building a $350 million theme park in Nashville, Tennessee. And no, it is not a joke. Plans call for more ... [read more]
Chance Rides Brings New Carousel Experience to AREA15
There's a new and unusual carousel turning heads in Las Vegas right now. Located in Area 15's Zone 2, that's Looper, a merry-go-round that offers a surreal spin on the nostalgic. The ride features ... [read more]
Owensboro, Kentucky Welcomes Maui Indoor Theme Park
Maui Indoor Theme Park has taken over what was once Owensboro, Kentucky's Towne Square Mall. The project represents an $18.3 million private investment and is expected to bring 125 new jobs to the ... [read more]
Lookout Safari Family Coaster Coming to Lake Winnie Park
A new family roller coaster is planned for Lake Winnie Amusement Park in Rossville, Georgia.The park recently announced the upcoming arrival of Lookout Safari, an attraction scheduled to open during ... [read more]
New Rides Lead Adventureland's Latest Park Investment
Long Island's Adventureland is welcoming parkgoers this season with several new attractions. The park opened for the season on March 20, with The Ram as its headline addition. The Ram is part of a ... [read more]
