While we’ve already covered what is possibly the biggest change at Dollywood in 2024 — Lightning Rod’s launched lift hill replaced with a chain — that’s not the only Dollywood 2024 change you’ll notice this season. Keep reading for eight...
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Universal Unveils Epic Universe How to Train Your Dragon Details
Universal revealed exciting new details about Isle of Berk, the How to Train Your Dragon-themed land that will open inside the brand new Universal Epic Universe theme park in 2025 at Universal Orlando Resort. Isle of Berk is one of...
Continue reading...Lightning Rod Chain Lift Review and Reaction
I recently rode Lightning Rod at Dollywood for the first time since its launched lift was converted into a traditional chain lift for the 2024 season. Here’s what I thought of the new ride experience. First, some backstory. The world’s...
Continue reading...Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City Opening in 2026
The world’s second Mattel Adventure Park will open outside of Kansas City, Missouri in 2026, Mattel and Epic Resort Destinations announced today. Located in Bonner Springs, Kansas, outside of Kansas City, the second Mattel Adventure Park will feature many of...
Continue reading...Incredible Aerial Photos of Busch Gardens Tampa
In a recent visit to Busch Gardens Tampa, I brought my drone with me and took photos of the theme park from above, providing me with views of the park I have never before seen. Below is a selection of...
Continue reading...Skyrush Receiving New Seats and Restraints in 2024 at Hersheypark
Hersheypark today announced that Skyrush will open in 2024 with all-new seats and restraints that will offer riders “added comfort while experiencing the adrenaline rush they know and crave. The investment will also include a reimagined station with a new...
Continue reading...Phoenix Rising Construction Update at Busch Gardens Tampa
Phoenix Rising construction is picking up speed at Busch Gardens Tampa as the park’s new-for-2024 Bolliger & Mabillard (B&M) family inverted coaster prepares to go vertical. Update: This afternoon, Busch Gardens Tampa shared on Facebook photos of a large light...
Continue reading...Kings Island Installs First Piece of 2024 Snoopy Coaster
Kings Island reached an exciting milestone today when construction crews installed the first piece of track of the park’s new-for-2024 family roller coaster, Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers. Announced in August 2023, Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers is a Vekoma “Family Boomerang”...
Continue reading...10 Proposed Theme Parks We Wish Were Built
Proposed theme parks with their beautiful renderings and exciting coaster lineups generate much excitement among amusement industry fans and locals living in the surrounding area. They bring with them the possibility of new roller coasters, attractions and tourism dollars for...
Continue reading...Updated List of New for 2025 Roller Coasters
We’re keeping a running list of all the new-for-2025 roller coasters as they’re announced. Even though the 2024 season has yet to begin for many parks, we are already learning details about the roller coasters that are slated to open...
Continue reading...Dollywood Unveils New Dolly Parton Experience Renderings
The Dolly Parton Museum — dubbed the Dolly Parton Experience — is scheduled to open this spring, and Dollywood has just released new renderings of the immersive, interactive exhibits. The Dolly Parton Experience will feature “interactive elements to make guests...
Continue reading...Lakemont Park Coasters and Rides Closed for 2024 Season
The historic Lakemont Park in Altoona, PA, announced yesterday that it will not operate its coasters and other rides for the 2024 season due to financial challenges. The 131-year-old amusement park shared the following announcement on its Facebook page: As...
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