On Sunday, November 9th, I finally stepped into Universal Epic Universe for the first time. I couldn’t wait to explore, but I was also bracing myself for potential issues given the early growing pains of the new park. After all,...
Continue reading...Herschend to Acquire Silverwood Theme Park
Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest family-held themed attractions company, and Silverwood Theme Park, have signed an exclusive term sheet for Herschend to acquire Silverwood Theme Park. Herschend to acquire Silverwood Theme Park Silverwood, a beloved family-owned theme and...
Continue reading...Hanayashiki is Tokyo’s Charming, Hidden Gem of an Amusement Park
Tucked away in Tokyo’s lively Asakusa district—just steps from the famous Sensō-ji Temple—lies Hanayashiki, a charming blend of nostalgia and whimsy that has delighted visitors for over a century. Opened in 1853, Hanayashiki holds the title of Japan’s oldest amusement...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast: Night With The Museum – Mark Rosenzweig & Kris Rowberry talk National Roller Coaster Museum
Recently, the National Roller Coaster Museum was a topic of conversation in theme park internet circles – specifically when they held a fundraising campaign to raise money to bring four iconic coaster trains to the museum in Plainview, Texas. However,...
Continue reading...Hersheypark Book Review — Thrill Ride: The Transformation of Hersheypark
Every trip I’ve taken to Hersheypark has left me wanting more — more strolls down the park’s manicured midways, more marathon rides on Skyrush or Wildcat’s Revenge, more bites of the park’s delicious culinary offerings (chocolate included), more — everything!...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast: Coaster101 Goes to Knoebels
After several weeks of (fantastic) interviews with people in the industry – Andrew is once again joined by one of his Coaster101 co-writers, Evan, who recently made his first ever visit to Knoebels. (Evan did not invite Andrew, Andrew is...
Continue reading...Flying Fox takes flight at Kentucky Kingdom in 2026
Embark on a suspended coaster adventure over the vibrant Kentucky Farmland. Following months of construction and anticipation, Kentucky Kingdom has this morning pulled back the covers on their latest aircraft. Flying Fox is here to fly with riders of all...
Continue reading...Coaster101’s 2026 Roller Coaster Calendar Now On Sale; 100% of Proceeds To Benefit A Kid Again
It’s officially one week prior to Halloween, so according to retail stores, we are approximately a month into the holiday shopping season! What better way to track how many days until Christmas (2026) with a great calendar that supports an...
Continue reading...Rocky Springs Carousel: Historic Dollywood Attraction to be Reborn in Pennsylvania
The 1924 Dentzel Carousel has been in storage since 1998. It could soon have a new lease on life in Strasburg, Pennsylvania. Rocky Springs Carousel Association has inked a letter of intent with the local Choo Choo Barn Foundation train...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast: You Guys Know Any WingZ? Adam Sandy Returns!
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you might notice that Zamperla’s Roller Coaster department is on a bit of a hot streak in the recent past. This week on the podcast, we got to talk to one of the...
Continue reading...Celebrating 30 Years of “WaterWorld: A Live Sea War Spectacular!”
30 years ago, on October 21, 1995, the — in my opinion — best theme park stunt show in the world debuted at Universal Studios Hollywood: WaterWorld: A Live Sea War Spectacular! To celebrate the milestone anniversary for the attraction, we’re...
Continue reading...“Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” Testing Launches at Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood shared that they’ve started extended testing of their new roller coaster coming in 2026, “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift.” The park is keeping most the train cars for the new ride hidden during this “first launch” testing,...
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