COASTER-net
  • Home
  • News
  • Blogs
  • Parks
  • COASTER-net TV
  • Store
  • Hauntoverse
  • Thrilling 32
  • About
    • Contact Us
    • Staff
    • Code of Conduct
    • Club
    • ARCHIVE-Coaster Quiz
  • Links
    • Amazon Affiliates Link
    • COASTER-net Patreon
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
    • Ride Warrior Discord

Check Out the Disco-Inspired ‘VelociCoaster’ Launch

11/13/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
ORLANDO, FL

​If there are two words I never thought I would use in a sentence, “VelociCoaster” and “disco” would be at the top of my list, until I saw the launch tunnel for the new coaster.
Universal’s newest roller coaster, VelociCoaster, is set to debut summer 2021, and thrill fans can barely contain their excitement! With gravity defying drops and multiple high speed launches, this is set to be Universal’s most ambitious coaster yet — 
and they made Hagrid’s Motorbike Adventure. VelociCoaster welcomes the Jurassic World IP into Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park, and as we can see in the attraction’s teaser trailer, the rides inspired storyline of blasting off on a raptor run, comes directly from the films.

FULL STORY

0 Comments

Six Flags Magic Mountain Will Partially Reopen Next Week

11/13/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
VALENCIA, CA

Six Flags Magic Mountain will partially reopen next week, the theme park announced on Friday.
The Los Angeles County destination got creative to workaround around stringent restrictions put in place by the state due to the pandemic.
For the first time, Six Flags Magic Mountain will be a drive-thru experience with millions of lights, festive holiday theming, and seasonal music favorites, according to the park officals.


FULL STORY


0 Comments

Adventureland says track is complete for newest roller coaster

11/13/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
ALTOONA, IA

Adventureland Park officials said the track for the park’s newest roller coaster is complete before the Iowa winter sets in.
Park officials on Facebook posted a video showing a completed Dragon Slayer ride, plus some shots of the new seats.
Construction continues around the new ride.

FULL STORY

0 Comments

Watch the first video from Florida's record-breaking Iron Gwazi roller coaster

11/12/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
TAMPA BAY, FL


0 Comments

Kings Island to have limited number of Vortex track slices for sale online tonight

11/11/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
MASON, OH

​Kings Island is placing a limited number of track slices from one of its iconic, retired roller coasters for sale online Tuesday night.
Track slices from Vortex, which is now demolished, will go on sale at 8 p.m.
The coaster operated in the Coney Mall-themed area of the amusement park from 1987 through the 2019 season.
FULL STORY
0 Comments

First reopened California amusement park closes back down after only one weekend

11/11/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
SANTA CRUZ, CA

The first California amusement park to reopen under the state’s COVID-19 health and safety guidelines has been forced to reclose after only one weekend of operation following a rise in coronavirus cases and hospitalizations in the surrounding area.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk will reclose after Santa Cruz County moved back to the red/substantial tier 2 risk level under Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy. The Beach Boardwalk reopened roller coasters and thrill rides on Nov. 7 and 8 after the county moved into the orange/moderate tier 3 risk level.

FULL STORY
0 Comments

Will This Vaccine News Help Save the Theme Park Industry?

11/10/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
So what does this week's announcement that a potential Covid-19 vaccine was 90 percent effective mean for the theme park and travel industries?
At first glance, it appears to be nothing but good news. Travel and theme park-related stock prices surged after the announcement, with Cedar Fair rising 24 percent yesterday, followed by Six Flags up 18 percent, SeaWorld up 16 percent, Disney up 12 percent, and Universal owner Comcast up 6 percent. Most of those stocks have given back a bit of those gains today, but the financial market clearly sees this vaccine announcement as a sign that the theme park industry is now primed for recovery.

FULL STORY

0 Comments

Kings Dominion unwraps park's Christmas plan

11/10/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
DOSWEL, VA

​Kings Dominion will reopen for Christmas.
The Virginia theme park was unable to open for its spring and summer seasons due to COVID-19. But on December 5, Kings Dominion’s Taste of the Season: An Outdoor Holiday Experience will open for socially-distanced guests.

FULL STORY

0 Comments

Enjoy the Holidays Safely at Six Flags’ Annual Holiday in the Park® and the New Holiday in the Park Lights

11/9/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 9, 2020--
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest regional theme park company, is decking the halls and making spirits bright during its annual holiday extravaganza, Holiday in the Park, at eight locations; and is debuting a new event— Holiday in the Park Lights —at Six Flags Great America and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201109005426/en/
Six Flags is decking the halls for Holiday in the Park and the new Holiday in the Park Lights at select parks. Celebrate the sights, sounds, and tastes of the holiday season in a safe, outdoor environment. (Photo: Business Wire)
“Holiday in the Park is such a time-honored and beloved tradition for our guests as well as our team members. We are thrilled to offer both the customary event, and a new, modified version as we await guidance to reopen fully at these two parks,” said Senior Vice President of Park Operations Bonnie Weber. “We have proven that we can operate our parks with the utmost attention to safety and cleanliness and there is no better time and no better place than Six Flags to create special memories this season. We are ready to welcome our guests for an immersive and thrilling holiday celebration in a safe, outdoor environment.”
New and guest favorite Holiday in the Park offerings for 2020 include:
  • Record breaking roller coasters, thrill rides and family attractions;
  • Millions of dazzling LED lights and spectacular light displays throughout;
  • Beautifully adorned Christmas trees featuring poinsettias, peppermint swirls, and twinkling stars;
  • Socially distanced meet-and-greets with favorite characters;
  • Scrumptious, seasonal menu items like the new Coca-Cola cinnamon beverage, peppermint funnel cake sundaes, fried gingerbread cookies, along with favorite comfort dishes including meatloaf, roasted turkey with all of the trimmings and hot chili and savory soups served in bread bowls;
  • Making gooey s’mores and keeping warm and toasty over wood-burning fire pits;
  • Dozens of holiday-inspired, Instagram-worthy photo opportunities featuring giant ornaments, massive stacks of presents, and larger-than-life toys;
  • One-stop holiday shopping with hundreds of perfect stocking stuffers including holiday-themed apparel, unique ornaments, and soft plush toys. For every Holiday Friend plush toy purchased, Six Flags will donate a plush to local children’s hospitals and non-profit organizations while supplies last; and
  • Parks will also host food drives throughout the run of the event to benefit local communities.
The following Six Flags locations will host Holiday in the Park:
  • Six Flags Great Adventure
  • Six Flags Over Texas
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  • Six Flag St. Louis
  • Six Flags America
  • Six Flags Over Georgia
  • Frontier City
  • The Great Escape (Holiday in the Park at the Lodge)
Six Flags Debuts New ‘Holiday in the Park Lights’ at Two Locations
The new Holiday in the Park Lights offers guests a magical walk-through experience featuring millions of dazzling holiday lights, themed entertainment, and delicious, seasonal menu items. Per each park’s state and local guidelines, rides will not be in operation, however there will be plenty to see, taste, and enjoy with family and friends in a safe and fun holiday setting.
  • Continuous, twinkling holiday light displays throughout the parks, created to keep guests moving and engaged;
  • World-class entertainment designed for socially-distanced, open-air viewing;
  • Socially-distanced photo opportunities with costumed characters;
  • Opportunities to observe and learn more about the marine animals in the park’s care at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom;
  • Special, seasonal culinary treats; and
  • Holiday shopping at select retail locations.
Six Flags worked in partnership with its epidemiologist consultants to create an experience that meets or exceeds federal, state, and local guidelines. Park attendance will be carefully monitored to avoid overcrowding and all Members, Season Pass Holders, and guests with single-day tickets will be required to make a reservation to attend Holiday in the Park and Holiday in the Park Lights.
  • All team members and all guests 2 years and up will be required to wear masks covering the nose and mouth while in the parks;
  • No indoor shows will be operated;
  • Props, rides, restraints, handrails, and dining and restroom facilities will be cleaned and sanitized regularly; and
  • Multiple alcohol-based hand sanitizer stations will be located throughout the parks for guest and team member usage.
Holiday in the Park will operate weekends and select days through January 2021 and is included with all active Memberships and Season Passes. For specific park hours and Holiday in the Park offerings, visit http://www.sixflags.com.
About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of waterparks in North America, with 26 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For 59 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com.
Holiday in the Park ® is a registered trademark of Six Flags Theme Parks Inc.
Follow us on Twitter @SixFlags
Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/sixflags
View source version on businesswire.com:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201109005426/en/
CONTACT: Sandra Daniels
817.929.5074
sdaniels@sftp.com
KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA TEXAS
INDUSTRY KEYWORD: THEME PARKS ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS/CONCERTS
SOURCE: Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Copyright Business Wire 2020.
PUB: 11/09/2020 07:00 AM/DISC: 11/09/2020 07:01 AM
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201109005426/en
0 Comments

Soon you'll be able to relive the thrill of riding Texas Cyclone at Astroworld

11/8/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
Houstonians were crushed when Astroworld closed down 15 years ago.

But soon, fans of the Six Flags amusement park will be able to take a walk down memory lane when one of the park's famous rides will be put up for display at a roller coaster museum.

The famed wooden Texas Cyclone was left in a temporary storage facility in the city of Plainview, near Amarillo in the Texas panhandle, shortly after the park closed in 2005. Now what's left of the thrilling ride has been moved to the National Roller Coaster Museum and Archives.


FULL STORY

0 Comments
<<Previous
Forward>>

    Archives

    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014
    June 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    December 2013
    November 2013
    October 2013
    September 2013
    August 2013
    July 2013
    June 2013
    May 2013
    April 2013
    March 2013
    February 2013
    January 2013
    December 2012
    November 2012
    October 2012
    September 2012
    August 2012
    July 2012
    June 2012
    May 2012
    March 2012
    February 2012
    January 2012
    December 2011
    October 2011
    September 2011
    August 2011
    July 2011
    June 2011
    May 2011
    April 2011
    March 2011
    February 2011
    January 2011
    December 2010
    November 2010
    October 2010
    September 2010
    August 2010
    July 2010
    June 2010
    May 2010
    April 2010
    March 2010
    February 2010
    January 2010
    December 2009
    November 2009
    October 2009
    September 2009
    August 2009
    July 2009
    June 2009
    April 2009
    March 2009
    February 2009
    December 2008
    October 2008
    September 2008
    August 2008
    June 2008
    April 2008
    March 2008
    January 2008
    November 2007
    October 2007
    September 2007
    August 2007
    July 2007
    June 2007
    May 2007
    April 2007
    February 2007
    January 2007
    December 2006
    November 2006
    September 2006
    August 2006
    July 2006
    June 2006
    May 2006
    April 2006
    March 2006
    February 2006
    January 2006
    December 2005
    November 2005
    October 2005
    September 2005
    August 2005
    July 2005
    December 2004
    November 2004
    October 2004
    September 2004
    August 2004
    May 2004
    April 2004
    February 2004
    January 2004
    December 2003
    November 2003
    October 2003
    September 2003
    August 2003
    June 2003
    May 2003
    April 2003
    February 2003
    January 2003
    December 2002
    November 2002
    September 2002
    August 2002

    Categories

    All
    Alabama's Splash Adventure
    Alton Towers
    Blackpool Pleasure Beach
    Busch Gardens Tampa
    Busch Gardens Williamsburg
    California's Great America
    Canada's Wonderland
    Carowinds
    Cedar Point
    Darien Lake
    Devin Olson Media
    Disneyland
    Dollywood
    Dorney Park
    Dreamland
    Dreamworld
    EPCOT
    Europa Park
    Ferrari World
    Fun Spot America
    Geauga Lake
    Great Escape
    Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood
    Halloween Horror Nights Orlando
    Hersheypark
    Holiday World
    Hong Kong Disneyland
    Howl O Scream
    Howl-O-Scream
    Idlewild
    Indiana Beach
    Islands Of Adventure
    Kennywood
    Kentucky Kingdom
    Kings Dominion
    Kings Island
    Knoebels
    Knott's Berry Farm
    Knott's Scary Farm
    Lagoon
    La Ronde
    Liseberg
    Michigan's Adventure
    Mt. Olympus
    Nickelodeon Universe
    Phantasialand
    Quassy
    Santa's Village
    Schlitterbahn
    SeaWorld Orlando
    SeaWorld San Antonio
    SeaWorld San Diego
    Silver Dollar City
    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
    Six Flags Fiesta Texas
    Six Flags Great Adventure
    Six Flags Great America
    Six Flags Magic Mountain
    Six Flags Mexico
    Six Flags New England
    Six Flags New Orleans
    Six Flags Over Georgia
    Six Flags Over Texas
    Six Flags St. Louis
    Son Of Beast
    Thorpe Park
    Universal Studios Florida
    Universal Studios Hollywood
    Valleyfair!
    Walibi Belgium
    Walibi Holland
    Walt Disney World
    Warner Bros Movie World
    Worlds Of Fun

    RSS Feed

Become a Patron!
© COPYRIGHT  COASTER-net.com 1998-2016. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
  • Home
  • News
  • Blogs
  • Parks
  • COASTER-net TV
  • Store
  • Hauntoverse
  • Thrilling 32
  • About
    • Contact Us
    • Staff
    • Code of Conduct
    • Club
    • ARCHIVE-Coaster Quiz
  • Links
    • Amazon Affiliates Link
    • COASTER-net Patreon
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
    • Ride Warrior Discord