Cedar Point News

2008 May

Sunday, 25 May 2008

Skyscraper takes shape at Cedar Point's Challenge Park

Photos show progress of new thrill ride debuting later this summer. Also new, audio from the CP&LE Railroad.


Saturday, 24 May 2008

Cedar Point starts early in offering special deals

With hard economic times, discounts start early.


Wednesday, 21 May 2008

Cedar Point kicks off summer

Extreme sports stunt show and Soak City Waterpark open Memorial Day weekend


Friday, 16 May 2008

Cedar Fair limited partners pass three proposals at annual meeting

Limited partners re-elect Darrel D. Anderson and David L. Paradeau to Board of Directors of Cedar Fair Management, Inc., approve adoption of 2008 Omnibus Incentive Plan.


Thursday, 15 May 2008

Trip to Cedar Point ends after student eats pot brownie

High school trip cut short when student becomes ill after eating brownie laced with marijuana.


Thursday, 15 May 2008

Like father, like son, daredevil 'Kaptain' Robbie Knievel to attempt motorcycle jump at Kings Island

Knievel will meet and greet fans at Cedar Point on May 17, in anticipation of jump at Kings Island.


Sunday, 11 May 2008

Cedar Point opens for 2008 season

Planet Snoopy, bright sun, and large crowd highlight start of summer.


Sunday, 11 May 2008

Cedar Fair boss says expansion is on hold

Kinzel sits down with AP to discuss Cedar Fair's expansion plans, roller coasters and how technology will change the way people visit amusement parks.


Thursday, 08 May 2008

Cedar Fair prepares for an exciting 2008 operating season

Behemoth, Canada's longest, tallest and fastest roller coaster opens to rave reviews. Company introduces 18 new live entertainment shows and confirms full-year guidance.


Thursday, 08 May 2008

Cedar Fair's CEO expects good summer

Kinzel says amusement parks aren't likely to see a drop off in visitors this summer despite surging gas prices and the struggling economy.


Tuesday, 06 May 2008

Cedar Fair announces 2008 first quarter results

Company reports increase in revenues of $10.4 million on 20% more operating days and strength in early season pass sales.


Monday, 05 May 2008

Snoopy, actress Lauren Holly, Craig Schulz and Best In Show beagle Uno celebrate grand opening of Planet Snoopy at Cedar Point

The new Peanuts-themed area welcomes guests to Opening Day with fun-filled festivities on Saturday, May 10


Sunday, 04 May 2008

Doing things the Cedar Fair way

Officials in the amusement park industry ride a fine line when attracting guests.


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