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Giant Dipper roller coaster at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk turns 100

The ride opened on May 17, 1924.

Roller coasters taking shape at Mattel amusement park in Arizona

The park is expected to open in late 2024.

Report says welding started deadly fire at Liseberg

One person died and a significant portion of the water park was destroyed.

Top Thrill 2 faces extended closure for modification

Zamperla, the manufacturer, is working with the park to make the change.

Disney experience division sees 10% rise in revenue, 12% in operating income for quarter

The company warns of softer demand as travel moderates post-pandemic.

Six Flags posts lower revenue, EBITDA and per capita spending for the quarter

The company expects to close the merger with Cedar Fair in Q2.

Cedar Fair sees rise in first quarter net revenue, EBITDA, decrease in per capita spending

The company expects to close the Six Flags merger in Q2.

Universal Studios Hollywood targets 2026 for new Fast & Furious roller coaster

Hollywood Drift will feature individually spinning cars.

Survey suggests possible next roller coaster options for Kings Island

Options include an indoor roller coaster and dive coaster.

Universal Orlando previews Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe

The video is the latest in a series exploring the new lands.

Michelin awards first star to a Walt Disney World restaurant: Victoria and Albert's

The restaurant is part of the Grand Floridian resort, with pricing starting at $295.

Disney will bet $60 billion on the company's future

The company will invest heavily into its theme park division, which it sees as its greatest growth opportunity.

Anaheim council vote on DisneylandForward proposal getting closer

Residents raise concerns over the long-term plan.

Cedar Fair settles Top Thrill Dragster injury lawsuit

Terms of the settlement are confidential.

Guests sue Universal Studios Hollywood for being stuck on Harry Potter ride

The four people are reportedly seeking damages for emotional distress.

Disney teases $60 billion in new attractions over coming decade

The company says that it's committed to telling new stories across its theme park properties.

Silver Dollar City opens Fire In The Hole

The ride replaces a previous ride of the same name.

Do-Dodonpa will not reopen at Fuji-Q Highlands

Citing safety and performance issues, the park decided to permanently close the ride.

Legoland California to use dynamic pricing

Demand will influence ticket pricing.

Universal Orlando previews Isle of Berk at Epic Universe

The portion of Universal Orlando's newest park is themed to the How To Train Your Dragon series of movies.

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Top 100 Coasters

  1. Steel Vengeance, Cedar Point
  2. Velocicoaster, Islands of Adventure
  3. Fury 325, Carowinds
  4. Iron Gwazi, Busch Gardens Tampa
  5. El Toro, Six Flags Great Adventure
  6. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  7. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  8. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  9. Voyage, The, Holiday World
  10. Mako, SeaWorld Orlando

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Rollback

On this day in...

2020: Regional parks start to set opening dates during the pandemic

2020: Walt Disney World president promoted to chair of parks, experiences and consumer products

2020: Maurer Rides sets up roller coaster for Dream Cruises

2017: Universal Studios Hollywood adds nighttime Harry Potter show

2016: Carowinds set to open the 27-acre Carolina Harbor water park

2015: "Disneybounding" is cosplay light for Disney nerds visiting the theme parks

2014: Kentucky Kingdom preparing for an ambitious reopening

2014: Goliath topped off at Six Flags Great America

2014: Disneyland Resort single-day price goes to $96, no new SoCal passes offered

2014: Giant Dipper roller coaster turns 90 at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

2011: Cedar Fair's Dick Kinzel sends open letter to unit holders

2011: Despicable Me will replace Jimmy Neutron at Universal Studios Florida

2011: LeSourdsville Lake/Americana subject of new book

2011: Knoebels rides still need work, no date set for opening

2011: Dubailand trying to land deals for Universal and Legoland parks

2010: Islands of Adventure holds preview of Wizarding World of Harry Potter, but not Forbidden Journey

2009: Texas State Fair wants year-round midway to compete with Six Flags

2009: Universal Studios Hollywood intends to bring back King Kong

2008: CoasterBuzz Podcast #113 posted

2008: Thunderhawk debuts at Michigan's Adventure

2006: Cedar Fair considers purchasing Paramount's Kings Island

2006: Gurnee wants to tax Six Flags Great America parking

2004: State ride inspections could cost California parks big

2004: KKK plans protest at Dollywood on unofficial gay day

2004: Miracle Strip rides listed for sale

2003: Tweety allegedly loses it at Six Flags America

2003: Steel Venom opens to rave reviews from first ride auction winners

2003: Eastcoaster.com adds Talon video

2003: Finishing touches added to La Revolucion at Knott's

2003: Video section opens at SFNE Central

2001: Tornado is up and running

2001: Finland's liquid coaster is a splash hit

2001: New 2001 coasters recreated in RCT

2001: Phantom's Revenge set to open this weekend

2000: Magic Springs construction pictures

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