DORNEY PARK, Allentown, PA (May 1, 2018<\/span>)<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, the center of summer fun and family entertainment in the Lehigh Valley, will officially open its gates for the 2018 season on Friday, May 4th<\/sup> at 10:00 AM.\u00a0 Exclusive pass offers, a new Executive Chef, new dining options, shows and fun will highlight the season.<\/p>\n \u201cOur 135th<\/sup> Season at Dorney Park will be AMAZING! Our new Pre-K Passes bring even more value to a visit at our park; there is truly something for everyone. From new dining experiences and live entertainment, to riding your favorite coaster time and time again \u2013 this will be a season to remember,\u201d said Mike Fehnel, Vice President and General Manager of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom.<\/p>\n For the 2018 season, Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom launched a new Pre-K Season Pass<\/strong> specifically for young children. The Pre-K Pass grants free admission to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, Dinosaurs Alive!, and The Great Pumpkin Fest,\u00a0 to children 3 to 5 years of age, for the entire season.\u00a0 Online registration and in-park activation is required for the Pre-K Pass; guests need to register by May 28, 2018<\/span>, and activate by June 29, 2018<\/span>. For more information, or to register, visit https:\/\/www.dorneypark.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Dorney Park 2018 Season Passes<\/strong> are currently at the lowest price of the year; they reach their value in less than two visits and Season Passholders can come and go like they own the place!\u00a0 In addition to enjoying unlimited visits to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, Season Passholders receive free season-long parking, exclusive Passholder events, and discounts on food and merchandise in 2018. Passholders can also enjoy unlimited visits this fall to Halloween Haunt or The Great Pumpkin Fest. Visit https:\/\/www.dorneypark.com<\/a> for full details.<\/p>\n In celebration of opening weekend, Dorney Park will hold an exclusive Season Passholder Party with the PEANUTS\u2122 event on Saturday<\/span> and Sunday, May 5th<\/sup> and 6th <\/sup>from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM.<\/span>\u00a0\u00a0 Season Passholders will be able to enjoy a complimentary Character Breakfast and activities with Snoopy and the PEANUTS\u2122 Gang. This event is free for Season Passholders who claim a ticket online prior to the event, limited number available. Visit https:\/\/www.dorneypark.com<\/a> for details.<\/p>\n Throughout the 2018 season, guests can enjoy a variety of special events in addition the thrills and spills of the park. Celebrate Mom at Dorney Park on May 13th<\/sup> for a delicious Mother\u2019s Day Brunch<\/strong> and get excited for The Harlem Globetrotters Experience <\/strong>on May 19th<\/sup> and 20th<\/sup>.\u00a0 Dorney Park will offer several special promotions over Memorial Day Weekend<\/strong> to celebrate the official start of summer!\u00a0 From May 26th<\/sup> through May 28th<\/sup>, guests can chow down at the Memorial Day Cookout, take advantage of special ticket offers, and enjoy a spectacular fireworks display!<\/p>\n Heading the 2018 culinary initiative, is Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom\u2019s new Executive Chef, Don Stauffer. Chef Don brings 20+ years of experience, and has an extensive background in the entertainment industry and catering.<\/p>\n New eatery, Cantina Burrito<\/strong> will bring the flavor on opening day, and will offer fresh fare with home-made ingredients. Its Mexican-inspired menu will include made-to-order Burritos, Burrito Bowls and Nachos. Cantina Burrito will be located near Center Stage and Dominator in Dorney Park.\u00a0 In addition to this new eatery, Chef Don will also introduce \u201cThe Dominator,\u201d a 2-foot long hot dog, and make enhancements to the extreme milkshakes available at Coasters Drive-In, located on the main midway of Dorney Park, next to Kaleidoscope.<\/p>\n \u201cAmusement Parks are all about excitement and stepping-up the thrill factor,\u201d said Chef Don, Executive Chef of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom. \u201cWe need to create food matching that excitement level, and our 2018 cuisine at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom will do just that.\u201d<\/p>\n Dorney Park offers an assortment of money-saving dining plans \u2013 Single Meal Deal, All Day Dining<\/strong>, or All Season Dining<\/strong> for Season Passholders –\u00a0 including 95 different meal options at 19 different locations, including the popular Chickie\u2019s & Pete\u2019s Sports Bar.\u00a0 Season Passholders also have the option to add-on a Season Pass Drink Plan. <\/strong>\u00a0For more information on Dining and Drink Plans visit https:\/\/www.dorneypark.co\u00ad\u00adm<\/a>.<\/p>\n Additionally, adults 21 years of age and older, can enjoy new adult beverages this season as Dorney Park partnered with HiJinx Brewing Company of Allentown, PA. Two exclusive Dorney Park hand-crafted beers will debut for the 2018 season. To mare the industry, these amusement-themed brews, Lazy Lager and Epic Ale were crafted to excite and amaze taste buds.<\/p>\n Wildwater Kingdom is set to open Saturday, May 26th<\/sup>, 2018.<\/p>\n About Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom<\/strong><\/p>\n Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom features \u201ctwo great parks for the price of one,\u201d with more than 100 rides, shows and attractions. Guests can enjoy eight roller coasters, the largest collection of kids\u2019 rides in Planet Snoopy\u2122 and one of the country\u2019s best-ranked water parks. For more information, see www.dorneypark.com<\/a>. Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom 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 11 amusement parks, two outdoor water parks, one indoor water park and four hotels. For more information, see www.cedarfair.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n
\nInformation provided to TVL by:
\nTana Bartek
\nManager, PR & Communications
\nDorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
\n3830 Dorney Park Rd Allentown, PA 18104 | dorneypark.com<\/p>\n
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