IB Parks, the owner of Niagara Parks, has declared that the Niagara amusement park will not open during the 2026 season. This decision comes after several years of operations under IB Parks' management, characterized by low visitor numbers and financial struggles. It remains unclear if the park will reopen after 2026 or if this signals a permanent closure. The park has assured that refunds will be provided to those who purchased a season pass for 2026.

Valley Fair has officially revealed their water park expansion set for 2026. The park, formerly known as Soak City, will now be called Superior Shores. This new expansion and rebranding includes new slides and updated amenities, with plans to reopen around Memorial Day weekend. We are excited to experience this new expansion in person in a few weeks!

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Canadas Wonderland has officially renamed their inverted looping roller coaster to, “The DareDeviler” for the 2026 season. The ride was previously known as Flight Deck and before that, Top Gun. Enhancements on this rollercoaster include track refinements as well as new trains with the best restraints. The trains will be coming from the Defunct Six Flags America. Learn more from Canada Wonderlands Press Page: https://www.sixflags.com/blog/canadaswonderland-new2026 (Six Flags)

Knotts announced today that after a few years, they will finally reopen the reimagined Montezoomas Revenge Roller Coaster this summer. The original ride was a flywheel launch rollercoaster from 1978 that catapulted riders 0 to 55 mph in 4 seconds through a 76 ft vertical loop and up a 70 degree spike before falling backwards, returning through the loop and flying through the station up another 70 degree spike before arriving into the breaks. The new version is expected to rot

The rebranding of Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Resort in France has been completed, introducing several new attractions. According to the Walt Disney Company, "The heart of this new experience is Adventure Way, a vibrant promenade designed as a gateway to exploration, featuring landscaped gardens, entertainment, and new dining experiences, along with Raiponce Tangled Spin, a family attraction inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Tangled. Adventure Way leads to Adve

Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park in Chattanooga, Tennessee, plans to debut its new family-friendly roller coaster, “Lookout Safari,” in 2026. According to park officials, this new ride will offer thrilling speeds and twists suitable for all ages. The coaster will feature a 656-foot track, complete two laps, and reach speeds of up to 21 mph. Riders will enjoy a jeep-themed coaster with sharp turns, a modest initial drop, and steady, gentle thrills. Formerly known as “Kombo” a

Six Flags Great Adventure has announced a late-breaking update for the commencement of the 2026 season. The park will be renovating its old boardwalk area, re-theming it, and introducing five new attractions, including the Ragin Cajun Coaster, which has been relocated from the now-closed Six Flags America. "Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds reminiscent of a day at the shore: families trying their luck at midway games, savoring the taste of boardwalk fries, enjoying th

This morning brought unexpected news as Six Flags revealed in their latest press release that they will be selling the following parks: Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston (Galveston, TX) Michigan’s Adventure (Muskegon, MI) Six Flags Great Escape (Queensbury, NY) Six Flags La Ronde (Montreal, QC) Six Flags St. Louis (St. Louis, MO) Valleyfair (Minneapolis, MN) Worlds of Fun (Kansas City, MO) Many of these parks have received minimal investment from the parent company in the pas

The 2026 Theme park season is approaching fast! We have created a list of all the theme park opening dates in the United States: As we enter the second month of 2025, amusement parks are revealing their opening dates for the 2025 season! Take a look at the list below to find out when your favorite park will open! We Will Update The List As More Parks Open Alabama Splash Adventure - May 10th Beech Bend Park - May 8th Busch Gardens Williamsburg - Open Weekends Canobie Lake Park

The Flying Fox is a new, $14 million, family-friendly suspended roller coaster making its debut at Kentucky Kingdom for the 2026 season. It becomes the park's sixth coaster and signifies a major expansion under its new ownership, which emphasizes family entertainment. This custom-designed coaster by Vekoma includes winding tracks, drops, and a height requirement of just 38 inches. We are excited to add Kentucky Kingdom to our road trip roster next year! (Credit: Kentucky Kin

SeaWorld San Antonio has announced plans to introduce Barracuda Strike, the first inverted family roller coaster in Texas. This attraction, scheduled to open in the spring of 2026, will suspend riders beneath 1,800 feet of track, offering high-speed experiences, intense drops, and the feeling of soaring above the park's water ski lake. "Barracuda Strike represents a significant advancement in family thrill rides, and we are thrilled to offer our guests another exceptional rol