{"id":127866,"date":"2024-02-27T22:50:01","date_gmt":"2024-02-28T03:50:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=127866"},"modified":"2024-02-27T22:50:01","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T03:50:01","slug":"dorney-park-wildwater-kingdom-is-ready-to-dive-into-2024-season-with-exciting-lineup-of-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=127866","title":{"rendered":"Dorney Park &#038; Wildwater Kingdom is Ready to DIVE into 2024 Season with Exciting Lineup of Events"},"content":{"rendered":"<p align=\"center\"><strong>Two NEW events announced<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Allentown, PA (February 27, 2024) \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Dorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom is set to make history \u00a0this year with its brand-new Iron Menace roller coaster. The Northeast\u2019s first dive roller coaster, which features a 95-degree drop and four inversions, highlights an exciting array of new investments coming to the park in 2024.<\/p>\n<p>Those investments include two new events for the 2024 season.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are so excited to celebrate the addition of the Iron Menace with an exciting lineup of events that are sure to dazzle and delight,&#8221; said Jessica Naderman, vice president and general manager. &#8220;This promises to be a historic year for Dorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom and when you&#8217;re making history, events have to be a part of that.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Guests will continue to enjoy the value of two parks for the price of one when they experience the thrilling slides and refreshing splashes of Wildwater Kingdom, which is included with park admission. Featuring exciting water attractions, diverse and delicious food locations, premium cabanas and shaded lounge areas, Wildwater Kingdom continues to be a family favorite and will operate from May 25 \u2013 September 2.<\/p>\n<p><u>The full event lineup includes:<\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Opening Day<\/strong> (Friday, May 10): Celebrate the addition of the all-new Iron Menace roller coaster and the park\u2019s new Steel Yard area as the new season officially begins. Guests also can experience the fun provided by Planet Snoopy, over 60 rides and live entertainment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Season Pass Preview for Wildwater Kingdom<\/strong> (Sunday, May 19):\u00a0Passholders get to kick off summer six days early as Wildwater Kingdom comes to life. With 19 unique water attractions, three bars, unique restaurants and more, there\u2019s plenty of fun for the whole family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Wildwater Kingdom Opening Day<\/strong> (May 25):\u00a0The summer of splashes is officially underway when Wildwater Kingdom opens to the public for the 2024 season. Enjoy our 20-acre waterpark featuring multiple kids play areas, two wave pools, lazy rivers, water slides and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>NEW\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><strong>Summer Nights<\/strong> (select nights, July 12 \u2013 August 18):\u00a0Celebrate the best of summer at Dorney Park&#8217;s all-new Summer Nights event. Our live entertainment will transport you to tropical shores with its energetic beats. Feel the rush of exhilarating night rides on our top-rated coasters, indulge in Caribbean and Latin American inspired cuisine, and sip exotic beverages. Don&#8217;t miss the region&#8217;s most thrilling summertime party, a perfect blend of rides, food and live entertainment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>NEW\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><strong>Tricks and Treats<\/strong> (Saturdays and Sundays, September 14 \u2013 October 27):\u00a0Experience Dorney Park like never before at our all-new, family-friendly Halloween event. Celebrate the season with mischievous tricks, tasty treats, our popular family rides and so much more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Halloween Haunt<\/strong>\u00a0(select nights, September 13 \u2013 October 26): Every corner is cursed with haunted mazes, scare zones and live (or maybe not live) entertainment. Hordes of hungry zombies and blood-thirsty vampires eagerly await you \u2013 i.e. their next meal. Add our world-class thrill rides that instill a brand of fear all their own and you\u2019ve got an extreme, supreme Halloween event.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Food Truck Rally\u00a0<\/strong>(October 19 &amp; October 20):\u00a0With food trucks from across the region and all the thrills of the park, you get the kind of fun that\u2019s only available at Dorney Park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Silver passes are now available online for unlimited access to the park, Wildwater Kingdom, live shows and events. For more ticket information or to see the full event and entertainment schedule, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com\/ls\/click?upn=u001.dDlR11HvOQxQi7wQlcFcOGj7l34ZJITs46CkXIxG6I85E7pevZY8uRKujHPxVT85a7VUGtNhLdUCZ2kfJj7jP7Z44tNIChgCP5yvNFsRVP07asR84khlR0uxreSN00clOqLCxU6Tt8-2FfyldpojhDItoStEZPuO9L9bvi4ABndpNZF42yPRMLnsOQtmcPQ75mDvSV_ail3gdgmR7ioUfSQxyJnm8MPw15MJ-2FhGzhe7Unv9pV-2FowKeyGuHOmmLSKuyC34P7IzBuF13htYyqg7k9C5ArLRQ3BS8G-2F2tVUJ9KBCfeeucMgvpMmW2YHoPxM9qzwyn9BeiEOOyqE5nWX-2BwT9n9ASdZcvAlRMK5SgJyxfvUDghbeJWRylYJ17LSAMlCqElnTaZ1L-2FD3bpD7nALA-2B8JHJ5PqZskxHQ7XHl72uN-2Fh-2B0NCfKi-2F4n1czK4VPjXlJ6IbwR7NqA74gELxFbMKgUjtF1qIxEV70DpX2EFaUL-2F7QxR4mD-2BpgKBNcLIfz6dov8Vn3EaNauenuWJbvCDJerZhzWjjqczgR6-2BsT0ZJw-2F1iaFQtPY3SBmOc-2BYv2xDiSz8l5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com\/ls\/click?upn%3Du001.dDlR11HvOQxQi7wQlcFcOGj7l34ZJITs46CkXIxG6I85E7pevZY8uRKujHPxVT85a7VUGtNhLdUCZ2kfJj7jP7Z44tNIChgCP5yvNFsRVP07asR84khlR0uxreSN00clOqLCxU6Tt8-2FfyldpojhDItoStEZPuO9L9bvi4ABndpNZF42yPRMLnsOQtmcPQ75mDvSV_ail3gdgmR7ioUfSQxyJnm8MPw15MJ-2FhGzhe7Unv9pV-2FowKeyGuHOmmLSKuyC34P7IzBuF13htYyqg7k9C5ArLRQ3BS8G-2F2tVUJ9KBCfeeucMgvpMmW2YHoPxM9qzwyn9BeiEOOyqE5nWX-2BwT9n9ASdZcvAlRMK5SgJyxfvUDghbeJWRylYJ17LSAMlCqElnTaZ1L-2FD3bpD7nALA-2B8JHJ5PqZskxHQ7XHl72uN-2Fh-2B0NCfKi-2F4n1czK4VPjXlJ6IbwR7NqA74gELxFbMKgUjtF1qIxEV70DpX2EFaUL-2F7QxR4mD-2BpgKBNcLIfz6dov8Vn3EaNauenuWJbvCDJerZhzWjjqczgR6-2BsT0ZJw-2F1iaFQtPY3SBmOc-2BYv2xDiSz8l5r&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1709100441785000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3ymPbFR_2kZKrUG--8SQnN\">dorneypark.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Dorney Park is encouraging guests to follow the park on social media or sign up for the connections newsletter for the latest updates and information related to Iron Menace.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>About Dorney Park<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom\u00a0offers Pennsylvania\u2019s best value &#8211; Two Great Parks All in One. With more than 100 rides, shows and attractions, guests can enjoy seven roller coasters, the largest collection of kids&#8217; rides in Planet Snoopy\u2122 and one of the country&#8217;s best-ranked water parks with 26 water slides and two giant wave pools.\u00a0Special themed festivals, as well as the best Halloween event in the region, make Dorney Park the best place to create lasting memories.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Cedar Fair Entertainment Company<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dorney Park is owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a publicly traded partnership and one of the largest regional amusement-resort operators in the world. The Company owns and operates\u00a011 amusement parks, four outdoor water parks, an indoor water park and resort accommodations totaling more than 2,300 rooms and more than 600 luxury RV sites.\u00a0For more information, see\u00a0<a>www.cedarfair.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Information provided to TVL by:<br \/>\nRyan Eldredge<br \/>\nDorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom<br \/>\n3830 Dorney Park Rd Allentown, PA 18104 | dorneypark.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Two NEW events announced\u00a0 Allentown, PA (February 27, 2024) \u2013\u00a0Dorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom is set to make history \u00a0this year with its brand-new Iron Menace roller coaster. 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