Cedar Fair has unveiled plans for the 2023 season at several of its properties in the US and Canada. The company is launching include new rides, attractions, themed areas and dining experiences.
Richard Zimmerman, Cedar Fair’s president and CEO, said the investments for next year are the theme park operator‘s largest ever at approximately $200 million.
He said the upgrades and new additions “are focused squarely on what matters most – making people happy and providing our guests with a best-day experience on every visit”.
Canada’s Wonderland is adding a giant looping ride called Tundra Twister. Its rotating gondola arms send guests spinning, twisting and twirling. Cedar Fair describes the ride as a “mechanical marvel” and the only attraction of its kind in the world.
Aeronautica Landing at Carowinds
The park’s 18th coaster, Snoopy’s Racing Railway, is also set to debut next year in Planet Snoopy. The family-friendly launch coaster will reach speeds of up to 31 mph.
Carowinds is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2023 with its fourth rethemed area since 2017. The park’s Crossroads area is being completely renovated and rebranded as Aeronautica Landing. It will house five new themed attractions, two new dining venues, and one upgraded F&B outlet.
At Cedar Point, a new themed area called The Boardwalk is opening next year, offering new rides, as well as dining and entertainment experiences. In addition, the new Wild Mouse coaster is a nod to the original coaster of the same name. The new version will feature cars that spin 360-degrees along 1,312 feet of track.
Fiesta Village at Knott’s Berry Farm will be completely revitalised. It will also include a new coaster called MonteZOOMa: The Forbidden Fortress, an updated version of Montezooma’s Revenge. The Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel is also being transformed.
Fiesta Village at Knott’s Berry Farm
Worlds of Fun is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2023 with new experiences including the reimagined Zambezi Zinger coaster. The park is also launching a show called ’50 Nights of Fire’ featuring pyrotechnics.
Finally, California’s Great America will offer new events, shows and attractions. These include the expanded and upgraded All-American Corners area, home to the new Liberty Twirler and Orbit rides.
“Guest satisfaction ratings at our parks this season have been among our highest ever, validating that the investments we’ve made to improve the guest experience are paying off,” Zimmerman said.
“Our capital plans for 2023 are aimed at taking those experiences to a new level, whether you’re a diehard coaster fan, a foodie with a taste for something unique, or a festival lover who enjoys great live entertainment.”
Zambezi Zinger at Worlds of Fun
In addition, Cedar Fair will continue to upgrade and expand its F&B facilities across its portfolio in 2023.
“Each season we introduce a full slate of immersive rides and attractions, limited-time special events, and innovative food and beverage programs,” Zimmerman added.
Zimmerman said Cedar Fair’s financial results prove that “consumer demand remains healthy and that guests are responding well to the quality and breadth of the entertainment experience we offer.”
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