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Cleveland Heights native and NFL star Travis Kelce has invested in Six Flags, the parent company of Cedar Point, partnering with Jana Partners to help revitalize the struggling amusement park operator, which has seen significant declines in attendance and stock value since its merger with Cedar Fair in 2024.
Cedar Point's Top Thrill 2 roller coaster, which closed for repairs shortly after opening for the 2024 season, is expected to reopen soon. The manufacturer, Zamperla, is working on a mechanical modification, and the park will announce the reopening date on social media.
Passengers on the Magnum XL-200 roller coaster at Cedar Point amusement park in Ohio were evacuated after the ride experienced a mechanical issue, causing it to stop suddenly at the top of a 205-foot drop. The incident, described as a "standard ride stoppage," was triggered by a "check engine light" situation. The park staff led the riders down a steep set of stairs, and no injuries were reported. This is the latest in a series of roller coaster malfunctions this summer, including a ride in Wisconsin where passengers were stuck upside down and a roller coaster in North Carolina with structural issues.
Cedar Point's Magnum XL-200 roller coaster experienced a mechanical issue, causing it to freeze mid-ride and forcing guests to evacuate. This incident follows previous safety concerns at the amusement park, including a woman being injured by falling debris on the Top Thrill Dragster ride. Another incident involved a man being hit in the head by a loose iPhone on the Maverick roller coaster. Lawsuits have been filed against the park, alleging improper inspections and resulting in injuries.
Cedar Point fans are questioning whether an online announcement about the reengineered Top Thrill Dragster ride, supposedly from roller coaster manufacturer Zamperla, was a legitimate spoiler or a hoax. The announcement, which briefly appeared and then disappeared, revealed details about the ride set to open next year. Fans are eagerly awaiting Cedar Point's official announcement on Tuesday to confirm the information leaked online.
Rachel Hawes of Swartz Creek is suing Cedar Point after sustaining a traumatic brain injury from a piece of metal that fell off the Top Thrill Dragster ride while waiting in line. The lawsuit claims she is permanently disabled and unable to work, with medical bills totaling $2 million and expected expenses reaching $10 million. The incident occurred in 2021, and investigators were unable to determine the origin of the metal or how it became dislodged. Cedar Point plans to reconfigure the ride and reopen in 2024.
Cedar Point amusement park in Ohio is opening for its 154th season with a new Boardwalk area featuring a Wild Mouse spinning family coaster, Atomic Scrambler, Matterhorn, Calypso, Giant Wheel, Troika, GateKeeper, and Dodgem rides. The Boardwalk also includes a new restaurant and relaxation venue called the Grand Pavilion, inspired by the park's original entertainment venue from 1888. The restaurant serves dry-rubbed pork loin, funnel cake fried shrimp, noodle salad, carved rotisserie sandwiches, and more. The Grand Pavilion's waterfront bar offers frozen, traditional, and signature beverages and cocktails, and there are three massive patios outside.