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Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari in Santa Claus, Indiana, has announced its biggest attraction investment ever. A brand-new, $22 million water roller coaster named Cannonball! is officially heading to the park's Fourth of July section, with an opening date set for May 2027.
Designed by the famous manufacturer Mack Rides, this massive addition will be the very first steel-track water coaster in the Midwest, and only the third of its kind in the entire United States.
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Dollywood has launched the tickets for its first-ever separately ticketed, after-hours autumn celebration, Harvey’s Boo Bash.
This immersive, limited-capacity special event, promises to deliver a fresh harvest of family-friendly evening entertainment this October.
The event is scheduled for three consecutive Fridays: October 16th, 23rd, and 30th.
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The United States is celebrating its landmark 250th anniversary, and the nation’s theme parks are pulling out all the stops for this historic occasion.
From coast to coast, major resorts are transforming their summer line-ups with patriotic drone spectacles, limited-edition treats, and massive entertainment overlays.
Whether you are planning a trip to the sun-soaked coasters of California or the iconic theme park hubs of Florida, here is how the top US parks are marking America’s 250th birthday.
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Fun Spot America has officially announced that its Atlanta theme park location will permanently close its gates later this summer, concluding nearly a decade of operations in the region.
The final day of operation for the Fayetteville park is scheduled for Sunday, 2 August 2026. Until that date, normal daily park operations will continue from 10:00 am until 10:00 pm, giving families and enthusiasts one final month to experience the park's collection of rides and attractions.
According to an official statement released by the company, the closure marks the end of a significant chapter for the family-owned amusement chain. Fun Spot America expanded into the Georgia market with high ambitions, but leadership noted that the decision to shutter the park was exceptionally challenging.
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Construction on Six Flags Great Adventure’s highly anticipated 2027 roller coaster has hit a major milestone, with the ride’s structure officially reaching a height of 315 feet.
Codenamed "Project Purple", the massive new attraction is now the tallest structure currently standing at the Jackson, New Jersey theme park. The colossal ride is already visible from miles away, dominating the local skyline as construction crews continue their work.
The theme park has confirmed that the roller coaster remains on track to become one of the tallest in the world. Visitors to the New Jersey destination this summer will be able to watch the structure grow on a weekly basis as it progresses toward its ultimate final height.
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Six Flags Over Texas has announced that the grand opening of its highly anticipated, record-breaking roller coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run, has been officially postponed.
The attraction, which was originally scheduled to make its public debut on 26 June 2026 as part of the park's 65th anniversary celebrations, has had its launch paused due to delays in the final testing phases.
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Universal Studios has revealed that Netflix's global phenomenon Stranger Things will return to Halloween Horror Nights this autumn, bringing the epic fifth and final season of the series to life.
All-new haunted houses are set to debut at both Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, plunging all guests straight into the ultimate battle for survival.
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Disneyland Resort has announced the dates and details for its highly anticipated Halloween and Fall celebrations for 2026.
Visitors to the California resort will be treated to a jam packed season of spooky spectacles and rich cultural traditions, with Halloween Time, Plaza de la Familia, and the Oogie Boogie Bash all making a welcome return.
The seasonal magic kicks off earlier than ever on 21 August 2026, offering all resort guests a massive window to experience the limited time entertainment, seasonal merchandise and unique food and beverage offerings across both theme parks and the resort hotels.
