Theme Parks 19 hours ago Disney Matterhorn Bobsleds inspired by Swiss Alps jewel, plus more fun rollercoaster facts Disneyland's Matterhorn Bobsleds made history when it opened 65 years ago. As the first known roller coaster with a steel tubular track, it set the stage for a new era in theme park rides.
TRAVEL 2 days ago Free waterfront festival, Oswego Harborfest, to celebrate its 35th year this weekend Oswego, New York's Harborfest is back for a 35th year this week with the same promise of free family fun and entertainment since its start in 1988. Here are details.
LIFESTYLE 4 days ago Healthy food items for the whole family at major theme parks, according to nutritionists What are the healthiest meal options to eat while enjoying a day at the theme park? Dietitians weighed in on the do's and don'ts for your next summer fun day.
Theme Parks July 17 Arizona mom recalls horror after she says daughter’s strap malfunctioned on ride at SeaWorld San Diego An Arizona mom said she and her daughter were terrified when a strap on her daughter's seat came loose while they were riding the Electric Eel roller coaster at SeaWorld San Diego.
LIFESTYLE July 16 One of the world's oldest gorillas dies at California zoo 20 years past life expectancy A gorilla has died after suffering from multiple health conditions. The San Diego Zoo Safari Park in California is now mourning the 52-year-old animal who lived past life expectancy.
World July 12 Teenager falls '30 to 40 feet' from amusement park ride, in critical condition A teenager is in critical condition after falling up to 40 feet from a swing amusement park ride in Canada Thursday. The extent of her injuries are unknown at this time.
Theme Parks July 10 New Hampshire amusement park guest found drunk, naked near lazy river, police say An elderly man was arrested for indecent exposure at Canobie Lake Park in Salem, New Hampshire, last week after he was found drunk and naked at a lazy river, according to police.
CRIME July 8 Florida tourist stabbed in front of child at New York's Adventureland Amusement Park A New York man was arrested, and a Florida man is in critical condition after a clash and stabbing at Long Island's Adventureland Amusement Park over the Fourth of July weekend.
US July 3 American flag stolen from beloved theme park days before July 4th fireworks show An American Flag was stolen from a North Carolina theme park just days before it's annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration, which is also the anniversary of the park's opening.
Disney July 2 20 Disneyland park goers stuck at top of roller coaster when ride malfunctions Twenty riders on Disney's Incredicoaster at Anaheim's California Adventure had to be rescued after an unknown malfunction, with temperatures in the 80s.