As the “traditional” 2020 theme park calendar winds to a close, unfortunately, due to uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, several Cedar Fair parks will not open this season, and to COVID-19 as an entity, we have one thing to say: In a...
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Inside Black Panther: Vibranium Heist, Semi-Finalist for CoasterRadio’s Ride Design Contest
Recently, our friends over at CoasterRadio.com brought back a fan favorite contest to engage with their podcast listeners; The “Ride Design Contest.” It’s a concept that’s easy enough to explain — listeners were encouraged to create a theme park ride...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Williamsburg to Reopen with Limited Attendance “Coasters & Craft Brews” Event
Many people are wondering when Busch Gardens Williamsburg would be reopening following COVID-19, and we have an answer. Good news! It’s sooner than you think! Busch Gardens Williamsburg announced today the launch of a new special event – Coasters and...
Continue reading...Celebrating 10 Years of Intimidator at Carowinds
While this year marks the 40th Anniversary of Dale Earnhardt’s first of seven NASCAR Cup Series wins and 20th anniversary of his 76th and final NASCAR win, for fans of Carowinds, 2020 also marks another Earnhardt-related milestone. 2020 marks the...
Continue reading...20 in 2020: Hurricane: Category Five at the Myrtle Beach Pavilion
While researching the 20 coasters on our list that would turn (or would have turned) 20 in 2020, I wanted to do a deep dive on several coasters in my region that were no longer with us, but that I...
Continue reading...Michigan’s Adventure Amusement Attractions not Opening in 2020; WildWater Adventure to Open July 16
If you were excited for the new Camp Snoopy at Michigan’s Adventure to open this season, you’ll unfortunately have to keep waiting. Michigan’s Adventure announced today that the amusement park attractions at the Muskegon park will not be open this...
Continue reading...The Hidden Easter Eggs of Orion
Orion opened recently to much fanfare from the enthusiast community, and I know that when Nick rode it for the First Rider Auction, he had nothing but good things to say about his experience on the ride. In looking through...
Continue reading...Give Kids The World Announces Coasting For Kids 2020
If you’ve been reading Coaster101 for any period of time, you know that we are big supporters of Give Kids The World. Located just beyond the gates of Orlando’s theme parks, Give Kids The World is an 84-acre, nonprofit resort...
Continue reading...Inside Funplex Myrtle Beach with CEO Brian Williams
Last week, we reported on the planned Funplex Outdoor Amusement Park that is scheduled to open in Myrtle Beach, SC, next spring. While the initial release did a good job of describing the new “boutique” theme park, of course, we...
Continue reading...Hong Kong Disneyland Reopening on June 18
Emerging from Global COVID-19 Pandemic with the rest of the world, Disney announced tonight that Hong Kong Disneyland will be the second Disney park to open following the extended closure due to coronavirus. “At Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, it is...
Continue reading...Funplex Amusement Park Coming To Myrtle Beach in 2021
The Lahn Family, owners of The Funplex Amusement Centers of East Hanover and Mount Laurel, NJ, are excited to announce their plans to build a new outdoor amusement park, The Funplex Myrtle Beach. Conveniently located just a few steps from...
Continue reading...Palace Entertainment Announces Reopening Dates for Kennywood, Idlewild & Sandcastle
Western Pennsylvania’s premier places for family fun, Kennywood Park, Sandcastle Waterpark, and Idlewild & SoakZone, are getting ready to welcome guests once again in early July. Kennywood, Sandcastle and Idlewild will open in phases, starting with a Friends & Family...
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