Behind the Thrills Staff
Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration Begins January 22
The Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration invites guests to step into the iconic world of Charles M. Schulz comic strips as the characters take over the entire theme park...
How Will California’s New COVID Mandates Affect Theme Parks?
Starting today, December 15, many Californians will encounter new COVID-19 restrictions that haven’t been seen since early this year — the California...
New for ’22: Top 10 Most Anticipated Roller Coasters Opening in the U.S. in 2022
Coaster enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to in the next year – over 20 brand-new coasters will be opening in the United States alone. Many of these rides...
New for ’22: Two New Theme Parks Opening Next Year!
2022 is set to be a record-breaking year for the theme park and entertainment industry. Innovative and record-breaking attractions are set to debut across the country,...
Knott’s Merry Farm – What You Need to Know
Now through January 2, visitors to Knott’s Berry Farm will experience Merry Farm – a complete park transformation into a classic winter wonderland featuring...
Six Flags Announces Appointment of New CEO, Departure of Michael Spanos
On November 15, 2021, Six Flags announced that CEO Michael Spanos would be stepping down from his position after two years at the helm of the company. Selim Bassoul,...
Six Flags Magic Mountain Announces RMC Raptor Coaster, “WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage” to Open Summer 2022
Six Flags Magic Mountain, the undisputed “Thrill Capital of the World,” in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment and DC, today unveiled plans to add yet...
Howl-O-Scream San Diego: 5 Things to Know Before You Go
Howl-O-Scream is SeaWorld’s San Diego’s newest and boo-est event, running select dates now through October 31st. This separately ticketed experience starts...
How Will Pres. Biden’s New Vaccine Mandate Affect Theme Parks?
President Biden made national news on Thursday when he unveiled a series of sweeping vaccine mandates in an effort to control the coronavirus pandemic, newly...
SeaWorld San Antonio Welcomes World’s Tallest and Fastest Screaming Swing
Tidal Surge to swing guest to heights of 135 feet at blistering speeds up to 68 miles per hour SeaWorld San Antonio just announced an all-new, world record breaking,...