After the big announcement that Six Flags America will be closing after the 2025 season, most of us are probably thinking, “where are the coasters from Six Flags America going to go?” after the park closes its gates forever in...

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Six Flags America will close after the 2025 season, Six Flags announced today. The property, which totals roughly 500 acres, will be “marketed for redevelopment as part of Six Flags’ ongoing portfolio optimization program.” The park’s final operating day will...

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We’re keeping a running list of all the new-for-2026 roller coasters as they’re announced. Even though the 2025 season has only just begun for many parks, we are already learning details about the roller coasters that are slated to open...

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Arguably the most important theme park opening in the United States in more than 25 years, Universal’s Epic Universe officially opens in May. Fortunately, Shane has been able to visit the new park a few times during preview periods, and...

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As Universal’s Epic Universe nears its opening day in the United States, Universal Parks & Resorts has already set its sights on its next full-scale park – in Bedford, United Kingdom. Earlier today, it was announced that UK Prime Minister...

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As a theme park lover who also reads and writes books, I’m often talking about literature with my theme park friends. I’ve put together a list of books that I think every theme park lover would enjoy. So pick a...

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When Kings Dominion opens for their 50th season on March 29, they will also unveil their brand-new roller coaster, Rapterra! Coaster101’s Kyle and his son Andrew were there to preview the record-breaking coaster and are ready to share their take...

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Dollywood kicked off its 40th anniversary season this weekend with a special appearance by Dolly Parton and a slew of updates and upgrades across the theme park. The highlight of the weekend was Dolly’s visit to the park. It was...

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Following the recent opening of Georgia Gold Rusher at Six Flags Over Georgia, there was a lot of chatter online about the new attraction – but especially in things we’ve posted on social media – we kept seeing a similar...

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Georgia Gold Rusher at Six Flags Over Georgia — the world’s first Intamin Ultra Surf Coaster — opens to the public on March 15, 2025. Coaster101’s Andrew Stilwell and John Stevenson had the opportunity to preview the forward- and backward-launching,...

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