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Business
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

It's been a rollercoaster few years for Six Flags. Can Travis Kelce help?

Travis Kelce joined JANA Partners and two executives to acquire about a 9% stake in Six Flags, becoming one of its largest shareholders.
#coney-island
fromHer Campus
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

'You're My Coney Island Baby': Brooklyn's Response To Fight Gentrification & Save Luna Park

Coney Island evolved from an exclusive luxury resort to a mass-accessible amusement hub, declined from fires and economic hardship, and was partially revived.
fromAol
5 months ago
Brooklyn

8 Things to Experience at Coney Island (From a Native New Yorker)

Coney Island, vibrant and eclectic, embodies the lively spirit of Brooklyn's beach culture and attractions.
more#coney-island
World news
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

No international trip is complete without this stop

Visiting amusement parks abroad can reset kids' moods and provide culturally rich, enjoyable experiences that balance educational travel with family fun.
History
fromIslands
1 month ago

America's Best Wooden Roller Coasters That Blend Hair-Raising Thrills With Old-School Charm, According To Enthusiasts - Islands

Wooden roller coasters remain beloved historic centerpiece attractions, inspiring communities, driving industry growth, and preserving the nostalgic sensory excitement unique to amusement parks.
Travel
fromNKyTribune
2 months ago

Mike Tussey: Summertime means vacations, pool, cookouts and thrills (and roller coasters) - NKyTribune

Thrill is a strong feeling of excitement or pleasure, often sought through adventurous activities like skydiving or roller coasters.
fromDefector
2 months ago

I Can't Stop Thinking About The Underwater Waterslide Of Horror | Defector

The Fly Over slide at the Duinrell amusement park in the Netherlands was entirely filled with water, forcing riders to hold their breath for the duration of the ride.
Travel
#disneyland
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Digital life

Disneyland reshaped the Experience Economy. But 70 years ago, it had a literal meltdown on opening day

fromFast Company
3 months ago
Digital life

Disneyland reshaped the Experience Economy. But 70 years ago, it had a literal meltdown on opening day

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fromwww.latimes.com
3 months ago

Commentary: A tale of two parks: One was a 'poor boy's Disneyland,' the other had a Cobra Woman who was really a man

The Pike amusement park opened in 1902 and lasted until 1979, becoming a notorious hangout with a reputation for unsavory activities, and even had a corpse exhibited as a sideshow.
Los Angeles
#six-flags
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago
DC food

Six Flags begins selling off amusement parks

Six Flags is selling two parks in Maryland as part of its strategic portfolio optimization after the Cedar Fair merger.
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 months ago
DC food

Six Flags begins selling off amusement parks

Six Flags is selling two parks in Maryland as part of a strategic shift following its merger with Cedar Fair.
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San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Sadly, Great America Amusement Park Looks Like It's Closing Permanently in 2027, Not 2033 as Previously Announced

Great America's amusement park is set to potentially close by 2027 due to land ownership change and economic pressure from a real estate conglomerate.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

No more long lines? AI and other new technologies are transforming amusement parks this summer.

AI technology is enhancing guest experiences at amusement parks by providing real-time data on ride operations.
#dollywood
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Silicon Valley food
fromsfist.com
5 months ago

Humpday Headlines: Layoffs Hit Amusement Parks Great America and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Alden Global Capital's acquisition of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat is resulting in fears of significant staff layoffs.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Great America marks its 49th year; water park opens for Memorial Day weekend

Great America theme park may close by 2028 after 49 years, marking the end of an era for local amusement.
Digital life
fromRaymondcamden
5 months ago

Sending an Alert for Short Wait Time at Disney

The article explores building a web app that sorts ride wait times and a future concept for notifications about short wait times at amusement parks.
Vue
fromRaymondcamden
5 months ago

Finding Your Next Amusement Park Ride with APIs

Queue Times offers an easily accessible API for live amusement park ride wait times, prompting the idea for a focused, user-friendly web app.
NYC food
fromNew York Family
1 year ago

Best Amusement Parks for Kids In and Near NYC - New York Family

New York City offers a variety of family-friendly amusement parks perfect for summer outings.
DC food
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

A legendary 108-year-old roller coaster from Mass. is facing its end - again

The iconic Wild One roller coaster faces an uncertain future as Six Flags America prepares to shut down.
Snowboarding
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

California's oldest amusement park to get new daredevil ride

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk will introduce a new ride, Vertigo 360, set to open before Memorial Day 2026.
Snowboarding
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk adding new gravity-defying ride in 2026

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk will introduce a new ride, Vertigo 360, set to open in spring 2026, thrilling visitors with its unique design.
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