When it comes to LED lighting, Gantom, (formerly known as darklight) is a household name in the theme park and haunted attraction industries. Gantom is an award winning manufacturer of ultra-compact specialty LED lighting and controls serving themed entertainment, theatre, haunted attractions, museums and architectural markets. The general public may not all be aware of who […]

We here at Coaster Nation take pride in bringing our readers exclusive and up to date news in the amusement industry. But every now and then we like to toss in something from a current event to keep things on the lighter side. With the Super Bowl only one week away, it’s hard to get […]

After a 25-year absence, Friday the 13th is making a return to video games! Jason Voorhees’ new killing spree will be released on multiple platforms this October. Jason fans are finally getting the game they’ve been wanting since… well… forever. A video game based on “Friday the 13th” is being developed as a multiplayer horror […]

Busch Gardens Tampa has announced the final day to ride their wooden coaster Gwazi, will be February 1st, 2015. Park President Jim Dean said: “No decisions have been made about what lies ahead for Gwazi or for the future plans of that area of Busch Gardens, but, we are always looking for ways to enhance […]

January 7-11, 2015   The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend brings a range of events and races, each pacing through an assortment of exciting locations including ALL 4 THEME PARKS! It’s a perfect chance to see a different side of Disney World as you and fellow guests walk, jog or sprint along the magical resort. […]

The giant sorcerer hat has been an icon at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios for over a decade… that’s all about to change. As part of the park’s ongoing upgrade and renovation, the 122-foot-tall Sorcerer Hat at the end of Hollywood Boulevard will be dismantled starting January 7th. Since 2001, the sorcerer hat has served as […]

Six Flags is re-vamping one of the most decorated roller coaster ever for 2015. Wood meets steel as an iconic woodie gets twisted at Six Flags Magic Mountain! Rocky mountain Construction is in the process of revamping the Colossus roller coaster into a twisted wood and steel hybrid masterpiece. Park president Bonnie Rabjohn said: “At Six Flags, innovation […]

Cedar Point, The amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio is known for being the home of many record breaking roller coasters. In 2015 the park is adding another set of wings.. Already known for great wings thanks to its ultra-popular GateKeeper wing coaster, Cedar Point will be home to wings of the edible kind when the park opens […]

Six Flags Fiesta Texas is adding a new record breaking roller coaster in 2015. Batman: The Ride will debut as the “World’s First 4D Free Fly Coaster”. S&S revealed the new train at the 2014 IAAPA Expo in Orlando Florida. We were in attendance for this record breaking debut and took a walk around the new train! […]

  Looking for a Job in the amusement industry near Central Florida? Merlin Entertainments, the second largest attraction operator in the world, has expanded into Orlando with the launch of three of its top global brands at I-Drive 360: The Orlando Eye, the iconic 400-foot observation wheel, unparalleled celebrity wax attraction Madame Tussauds Orlando and […]