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New Jersey coastal city clashes over proposal to transform amusement park into luxury hotel

July 4, 2026

New Jersey coastal city clashes over proposal to transform amusement park into luxury hotel

A 5-2 council vote rezoned the former Gillian's Wonderland Pier site for rehabilitation, but a planned lawsuit challenges the boardwalk hotel proposal.

Six Flags mystery coaster already dominates skyline, with more record-breaking height to come

July 2, 2026

Six Flags mystery coaster already dominates skyline, with more record-breaking height to come

Project Purple at Six Flags Great Adventure has surpassed 320 feet, making it the tallest structure at the New Jersey park ahead of its 2027 debut.

Beloved amusement park with no gate fee takes top spot ahead of theme park giants

July 1, 2026

Beloved amusement park with no gate fee takes top spot ahead of theme park giants

In America's 250th year, Knoebels Amusement Resort — now 100 years old — is at the top of Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards, followed by Dollywood and Magic Kingdom.

Georgia Six Flags riders temporarily left dangling high in the air due to 'technical delay'

June 24, 2026

Georgia Six Flags riders temporarily left dangling high in the air due to 'technical delay'

Passengers were stuck hanging out in the air on the SkyScreamer ride at Six Flags Over Georgia after what the park called a "technical delay"

Six Flags visitor records video about being 'stuck' high in the air on ride

June 24, 2026

Six Flags visitor records video about being 'stuck' high in the air on ride

Six Flags Over Georgia explained in a statement that "The ride experienced a technical delay (similar to a check engine light) that paused its operation." (Credit: David Early/@srtdavidd via Storyful)

Disney scare unfolds after teen exits log ride moments before 50-foot plunge

June 23, 2026

Disney scare unfolds after teen exits log ride moments before 50-foot plunge

Disneyland's Tiana's Bayou Adventure closed Sunday after a 13-year-old boy reportedly slid down the 50-foot final drop after exiting the ride vehicle.

Iconic Disneyland attraction must switch to electric vehicles to comply with blue state's emissions standards

June 20, 2026

Iconic Disneyland attraction must switch to electric vehicles to comply with blue state's emissions standards

Disneyland's iconic Autopia ride must swap gas-powered engines for electric by February 2027 to comply with California emissions regulations.

128-year-old amusement park tightens its rules after violent teen takeovers hit rivals

June 12, 2026

128-year-old amusement park tightens its rules after violent teen takeovers hit rivals

Kennywood Amusement Park near Pittsburgh tightens its summer chaperone policy, requiring guests age 15 and under to have adult supervision at all hours.

Thrill seekers face historic 100-foot drop on amusement park’s newest water ride

June 11, 2026

Thrill seekers face historic 100-foot drop on amusement park’s newest water ride

Rip Roarin' Falls at Carowinds, on the North Carolina-South Carolina border, promises the tallest drop on a water ride, plus backward drops reaching speeds of up to 50 mph in 2027.

Roller coaster leaves riders STUCK HANGING

June 10, 2026

Roller coaster leaves riders STUCK HANGING

A tense moment at Cedar Point Amusement Park left riders stranded on the Siren's Curse roller coaster just before a major drop. The incident occurred twice over the weekend, but all riders were safely evacuated and no injuries were reported.