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A vibrant image showcasing roller coasters at sunset with the "Six Flags" and "Cedar Point" logos prominently displayed in the foreground, indicating a collaboration or combination of the two well-known amusement parks. A scenic sky and coaster silhouettes enhance the background.

Six Flags Closes Access to Dozens of Theme Parks for Foreseeable Future

By Nathan Kamal 2 Comments
A group of people with their hands up enjoy a ride on the Corn Ball Express roller coaster at Indiana Beach Amusement & Water Park. The inset image shows the entrance sign to one of the state's beloved theme parks, with a pathway leading into the park.

Tap Water No Longer Free at American Theme Parks, Egregious Charges Added Amid Government Mandate

By Alessia Dunn 2 Comments
Several people enjoy the area in front of the Showstreet Palace Theater at Dollywood.

Dollywood Declares Fresh Alliance, Days After Theme Park’s Unexpected Total Closure

By Chloe James
A vast desert landscape with golden sand dunes in the foreground. In the background, a modern city skyline with a range of skyscrapers, including the iconic Burj Khalifa, stands against a hazy orange sky as the sun sets, reminiscent of an otherworldly theme park in Dubai.

Dozens of Theme Park Goers Face Life-Threatening Illnesses as Exposure to Sun Rises to One of the Most Dangerous on Earth

By Emmanuel Detres

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An amusement park with various roller coasters and attractions is shown. Lightning bolts dramatically light up the sky during a storm, creating a striking contrast with the vibrant colors of the rides and lush greenery. Due to the devastating weather conditions, this 140-year-old theme park suspends all operations.

140-Year-Old Theme Park Suspends All Operations as Devastating Weather Conditions Forge Ahead

in Theme Parks

Posted on July 17, 2024October 12, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
A roller coaster with an intricate series of loops and twists has passengers riding in yellow and black cars. Set against a clear blue sky with some trees visible in the background, the coaster appears to be in mid-loop, but there's no sign of any roller coaster accident marring the scene.

Rollercoaster Tragedy: Victim Lost Leg at Popular Theme Park Gives Update

in Theme Parks

Posted on July 16, 2024July 16, 2024 by Andrew Boardwine 1 Comment
Dolly Parton in a sparkly white outfit stands with her arms outstretched in front of the Dollywood sign. The background features trees with autumn foliage and a stone wall below the sign that reads "Dollywood" with the tagline "Love every moment."

Dollywood Drops Bombshell, Announces “Disney- Florida Level” Expansion

in Theme Parks

Posted on July 16, 2024July 16, 2024 by Andrew Boardwine 1 Comment
A festival scene with a Ferris wheel and a large crowd of people enjoying the event. Colorful flags hang under a structure with the word "DREAM" spelled out, reminiscent of a bustling theme park. The backdrop includes various festival booths and a parking area filled with cars.

Historic U.K. Crisis: Theme Park Faces Permanent Closure as Police Investigate, 22 Women Hospitalized After Death

in Theme Parks

Posted on July 16, 2024October 12, 2024 by Alessia Dunn
The entrance to Carowinds theme park, owned and operated by Six Flags.

Official: Six Flags Moving to Charlotte; Is Carowinds Closing Permanently?

in Theme Parks

Posted on July 7, 2024 by Andrew Boardwine
Split image featuring a car crash on the left, showing a white vehicle overturned beside the road with barriers and traffic cones, while emergency responders inspect the scene. Right side shows a roller coaster with a Harry Potter theme, filled with joyful riders unaware of the roller coaster accident nearby in Phantasialand Germany.

Car Speeds Into Theme Park, Smashes Into Roller Coaster as Guests Flee to Safety

in Theme Parks

Posted on July 6, 2024July 7, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
Close-up image of a Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones

‘Indiana Jones’ Stunt Show Death Video Shocks Viewers

in Walt Disney World

Posted on July 4, 2024July 5, 2024 by Nathan Kamal
A close-up of a rusted Tin Man statue, with peeling paint and visible wear, set in an outdoor area surrounded by trees. In the top left corner, there is an inset of characters from "The Wizard of Oz" walking on the yellow brick road.

Final Closure: Classic U.S. Theme Park Shutters, Permanently Abandoned

in Theme Parks

Posted on July 2, 2024July 3, 2024 by Alessia Dunn
A vibrant image of California's Great America entrance features a colorful flower bed surrounding the park's name. In the background, a grand carousel and fountains are visible. An inset shows ticket booths and gates with a clear lane for vehicles beside them at this legendary Cedar Fair park.

Denied Reimbursements: Future Six Flags Theme Park Ceases Operations, Issues Stern Alert

in Theme Parks

Posted on June 25, 2024June 26, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 4 Comments
A busy wave pool at a water park with people swimming and playing in the water, one of the top attractions. A rocky mountain and lush greenery are in the background. In the foreground, there is an inset of a sign with safety instructions, though the text on the sign is not fully clear.

World’s Top Theme Parks Ban Women From Attractions With New Gender Policies

in Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on June 24, 2024June 25, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 2 Comments
A theme park ride at Phantasialand with passengers seated in a suspended row rotates vertically above a stone statue resembling a mythical creature. Water pours down from the sides, and flames erupt in front of the statue, creating a dramatic scene.

Theme Park Quickly Shuts Down Major Ride After Putting Dozens of Guests at Risk

in Theme Parks

Posted on June 22, 2024June 23, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
A view of a historic Chinese theme park with a blue and gold castle in the background. In the foreground, there are trees, lampposts, and visitors walking around. An inset image shows a digital clock display reading "00:02:34," part of the new bathroom timers initiative.

World Renowned “Theme” Park Adds Bathroom Timers, Guest Urination Information Recorded

in Theme Parks

Posted on June 17, 2024June 18, 2024 by Alessia Dunn
A striking image of a roller coaster set against a dramatic sunset sky in a bustling theme park. The intricate loops and steep drops of the coaster are highlighted by the warm colors of the setting sun and a background of scattered clouds, creating a thrilling and picturesque scene.

Problem-Ridden Roller Coaster Breaks Again, Theme Park Guests Stranded for an Hour

in Theme Parks

Posted on June 15, 2024June 18, 2024 by Chloe James
A triptych of images showcasing different views of 'Ghost Town in the Sky,' an abandoned amusement park. The left image shows a "CLOSED" sign in a window, the center captures the main entrance sign, and the right displays a roadside sign against mountain scenery.

Final Shutdown: Beloved U.S. Theme Park Will Remain Closed for Good

in Theme Parks

Posted on June 10, 2024October 12, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 12 Comments
Fury 325 coaster track at Carowinds

State Inspection Comes Forward After Unexpected Carowinds Shutdown

in Theme Parks

Posted on June 4, 2024June 5, 2024 by Andrew Boardwine
An image split in half: the left side shows emergency vehicles, including an ambulance and fire truck with lights flashing at night, while the right side depicts a roller coaster and parking lot at sunset in Happy Valley.

Roller Coaster Horror: Tree Falls on Guests Mid-Ride at Theme Park

in Theme Parks

Posted on June 4, 2024June 5, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
The image is split into two parts: the left side shows a colorful theme park water area with multiple water slides and a pool, while the right side depicts the front of an ambulance with flashing emergency lights.

Authorities Investigate Death Incident Involving Teenager at Orlando Theme Park, Details Revealed

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 30, 2024May 31, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres 1 Comment
A woman with blonde hair and wearing a glittery silver dress poses with arms outstretched in front of a white building. The building has a large pink butterfly sign with the text "Dollywood" on it. Trees and hills are visible in the background.

Dolly Parton Nearly Dies at Dollywood Theme Park, “Is It My Time?”

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 30, 2024May 31, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
A composite image featuring a "Parental Advisory: Explicit Content" warning over a smoky background on the left, and a colorful, blurred image of a spinning amusement park ride on the right, showing a theme park accident.

Authorities Investigate Tragic Loss of Lives in Massive Theme Park Accident, Including Children

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 29, 2024May 30, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
An aerial view of a theme park with various roller coasters and attractions, partially obscured by a large red and white "no entry" road sign in the foreground. The surrounding area includes trees and buildings.

California Theme Park Bans All Line Jumping, ‘Line Holding’ Effective Immediately

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 29, 2024May 30, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
An image divided into two parts. The left side shows a beachside amusement park with rides and a sandy shore. The right side depicts another theme park, featuring roller coasters and greenery under a partly cloudy sky. Both parks have vibrant, colorful structures.

World’s Tallest, Fastest Coasters Begin Shutting Down Worldwide, Updates Given

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 29, 2024May 29, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
Florida Theme Parks Offering Residents Exclusive Deal

Surprise Closure: Florida Theme Parks Cease All Operations

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Universal Orlando

Posted on May 26, 2024October 12, 2024 by Andrew Boardwine 19 Comments
A person in a colorful outfit stands smiling with arms outstretched in front of a building adorned with a large pink butterfly and script reading 'Dolly Parton.' A sign in a red circle reads 'Dollywood Theme Park is closed due to the shutdown. Please visit Dollywood.com for more information.'

Dolly Parton in Tears: Returns to Dollywood Theme Park After Sudden Closure

in Entertainment, Theme Parks

Posted on May 26, 2024May 28, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 47 Comments
Three-photo collage of a theme park accident: Shocking footage shows a dolphin beached on the edge of the pool. In each subsequent image, more staff and trainers gather, working together to lift and guide the dolphin back into the water, while the audience looks on with concern.

Dolphin Plunges Into Crowds After Devastating Theme Park Accident; Shocking Footage Goes Viral

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Posted on May 23, 2024 by Eva Miller 3 Comments
Dolly Parton stood in front of the Dollywood sign

Country Legend Dolly Parton Ends Stage Career Amid Dollywood Theme Park Closure

in Entertainment

Posted on May 21, 2024May 22, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 23 Comments
Two animated characters, resembling cartoon dogs, stand cheerfully in front of a grand castle with blue spires and detailed architecture. The background depicts a bright, sunny day with a well-kept garden and a clear, pink-tinged sky.

‘Bluey’s World’ Reveals Opening Date, But the Race to Score Tickets Starts NOW

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Posted on May 17, 2024May 17, 2024 by Becky Burkett
The image shows the Showstreet Palace Theater at Dollywood with its iconic sign and a flowerbed spelling "Dollywood" in front. To the right, there's a close-up of empty ride seats from a recent shutdown, with a section of the queue area visible.

Final Decision: Dollywood’s Future Unveiled Post-Controversial Closure

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 15, 2024May 16, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 2 Comments
An image of the Top Thrill 2 roller coaster at an amusement park shows people riding in the front car, just starting to descend a steep drop. The background displays more rides, trees, and bodies of water. Overlaid text in red reads, "CLOSED INDEFINITELY.

World’s Tallest, Fastest Strata-Coaster Shuts Down After One Week Due to Safety Concerns

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 15, 2024May 15, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
Dolly Parton performs on stage on the left, and on the right, a sign at Dollywood Theme Park's entrance announces the park is closed.

Dolly Parton Makes Official Decision on Future of Dollywood Theme Park Post Sudden Closure

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 13, 2024May 14, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 30 Comments
An image showing the entrance of Dorney Park, an American theme park, with a clock tower under clear skies. An inset highlights a sign indicating the park is closed, displaying a red prohibition symbol over the word "CLOSED".

Major U.S. Theme Park Announces Closure After Dolly Parton’s Dollywood Death

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 12, 2024May 13, 2024 by Alessia Dunn 7 Comments
A few construction workers facing each other with the Disney World, Universal, and Magical Midway theme parks in Orlando, Florida.

Orlando Theme Park Shuts Down Rapidly as Central Florida Skyline Changes Forever

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 4, 2024May 4, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres
Mickey mouse waving in front of a colorful ferris wheel with mickey mouse design.

Disneyland Expansion Canceled, New Theme Land Sold Off

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on April 15, 2024April 16, 2024 by Nathan Kamal 11 Comments
Tokitae performing as Lolita at Miami Seaquarium

Florida Theme Park Puts Down Animal Before It Can Be Confiscated by the Government

in Theme Parks

Posted on April 12, 2024 by Chloe James 50 Comments
Thrill-seekers experience an adrenaline rush on a Top Thrill 2 roller coaster at Cedar Point, overlooking a scenic waterfront.

Large “Head-Shaped” Object Flies off Record-Breaking Days Before Its Opening Date

in Theme Parks

Posted on April 10, 2024April 11, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres 6 Comments
The train for Wildcat's Revenge at Hersheypark

Wild Animal Attacks Guests at 117-Year-Old Theme Park

in Theme Parks

Posted on April 3, 2024April 3, 2024 by Jeremy Hanna 1 Comment
Six Flags Georgia roller coaster filled with excited riders contrasts with the flashing lights of a police vehicle.

Six Flags on Police Lockdown After Teen Shooting

in Theme Parks, Six Flags

Posted on April 1, 2024April 2, 2024 by Nathan Kamal 2 Comments
Seaworld show with orcas and money for this Orlando theme park.

SeaWorld Offers Massive Discount for Anniversary Customers, Find Out How

in SeaWorld

Posted on March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 by Nathan Kamal
Mickey Mouse looking shocked over Disney World castle

Massive New Theme Park Threatens to Open Immediately Outside Disney World

in Walt Disney World

Posted on March 20, 2024 by Nathan Kamal 3 Comments
Tokitae killer whale and trainer at Miami Seaquarium

Controversial Florida Theme Park Refuses to Close, Fights Eviction

in Theme Parks

Posted on March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 by Chloe James 1 Comment
PortAventura Park

14 People Injured After Tree Falls Onto Roller Coaster

in Theme Parks

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Andrew Boardwine
The Tin Man, Dorothy, Scarecrow and Cowardly Lion from the Wizard of Oz

Wizard of Oz-Themed Land Coming To Beloved Theme Park This Year

in Movies, Theme Parks

Posted on February 14, 2024 by Jeremy Hanna 2 Comments
Mickey Mouse at Castle Peak & Thunder Railroad

EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Magic Interviews the Creator of Castle Peak & Thunder Railroad, The Tiny Disneyland

in The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort

Posted on February 13, 2024February 13, 2024 by Nathan Kamal
Donald Duck next to tickets at Disney World

Disney World Fan Honors 46-Year-Old Ticket After TikToker Shows Up in Orlando

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on January 31, 2024 by Nathan Kamal 2 Comments
A sign at the entrance to SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Entertainment to Be Renamed After 60 Years

in SeaWorld

Posted on January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 by Emmanuel Detres 1 Comment

Abandoned “Propaganda Theme Park” Next to Disney World Dubbed “Strangest” in America

in Theme Parks

Posted on December 27, 2023December 27, 2023 by Alessia Dunn 7 Comments
Guests riding Superman Ultimate Flight at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Stabbing Hospitalizes Teenager

in Theme Parks, Six Flags

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Jeremy Hanna
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