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U.S. Theme Park News
In the U.S., theme park news means ride openings, attendance trends, expansion plans, ticket price changes and the business of entertainment. This section follows the industry across the country.
Recent news
November 5, 2026
United Parks Reports Q3 Earnings Miss, Attendance DropThe theme park operator posted lower third-quarter sales and attendance while projecting stronger results for 2027.
November 5, 2026
Six Flags Forecasts Lower Fourth-Quarter EarningsThe theme park operator projects same-park adjusted EBITDA of $140 million to $150 million after a fatal ride accident and a weak October.
November 5, 2026
Six Flags Reviews Safety Protocols After Fatal Ride IncidentThe company is reexamining its inspection practices across all parks following a fatal roller coaster accident at a Georgia location.
November 4, 2026
Six Flags Offers Free Admission to SeniorsGuests ages 65 and older can receive free unlimited admission to their home Six Flags park through the end of the 2026 season.
November 3, 2026
Redemption Plus Names Derek Lovato Sales Vice PresidentThe prize supplier for North American family entertainment centers adds a veteran attractions executive to lead sales and business development.
October 31, 2026
EBG Launches FunPass Digital Attraction ServiceThe new mobile service bundles attraction tickets into a single QR code for travelers.
October 29, 2026
WhiteWater Expands Theme Park Technology PlatformThe company's Vantage platform is now utilized at 12 visitor attractions across the United States.
October 29, 2026
Big Air USA Partners With CenterEdge for Seven ParksThe trampoline park chain will deploy new game room management technology across seven upcoming locations.
October 28, 2026
Disney Theme Parks Division Cuts Hundreds of JobsThe entertainment giant is reducing staff within its experiences division to better align with current project priorities.
October 28, 2026
Fatal Roller Coaster Accident Occurs at Six FlagsA fatality took place on a roller coaster at a Six Flags property in October 2026.
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Coverage takes in industry expansion projects, seasonal attendance patterns, regulatory oversight for rides and the business decisions of major operators. It reaches every state where attractions are found, from major tourist destinations to regional hubs. Seasonal demand creates massive swings in operations and staffing that dictate the pace of the year for these locations. Corporate investment and infrastructure maintenance are the primary factors that determine when new attractions are added to a park.