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This Day in Kings Island History: Construction of The Beast roller coaster began

On this day 40 years ago (July 10, 1978), ABC-TV premiered “World News Tonight” with anchors Frank Reynolds, Peter Jennings and Max Robinson, “Shadow Dancing” by Andy Gibb topped the billboard charts, and in Southwest Ohio, something happened that would change the world forever. Well, at least the roller coaster world. Officials at Kings Island announced the park had begun construction on a major new attraction that would open as America’s champion roller coaster in the spring of 1979.

Stunt man Travis Pastrana to recreate famous Kings Island jump as part of ode to Evel Knievel

Tonight (July 8) in Las Vegas, legendary stunt man Travis Pastrana will attempt to recreate and break three of Evel Knievel’s most notable motorcycle jumps, back-to-back-to-back, including the original stunt man’s jump over 14 Greyhound buses at Kings Island on October 25, 1975.

10 reasons Kings Island is the thing to do in Cincinnati

Since its opening in 1972, Kings Island has been a destination for families looking for things to do in Cincinnati. Here are 10 reasons to consider why Kings Island is the thing to do in Cincinnati.

5 ways to celebrate the Fifth of July at Kings Island

Still off of work for the holiday but not sure how to spend your day? There are lots of ways to celebrate the Fifth of July at Kings Island! With the big thrills of Banshee, Diamondback, Mystic Timbers and The Beast and the little thrills of the world’s best kids’ area in Planet Snoopy, plus a 33-acre water park, everyone will have more than enough fun at Kings Island.

Sign up for the behind the scenes Beast tour Kings Island Blog Meet-Up

We’re offering our Kings Island Blog followers an opportunity to join us for a behind the scenes tour of one of the park’s most iconic attractions, The Beast roller coaster. The Kings Island Blog behind the scenes Beast tour meet-up begins at 2 p.m. ET at Kings Island on July 14, 2018. During the meet-up, you’ll learn about the story behind the world’s longest wooden roller coaster, which was designed and constructed by Kings Island personnel, learn interesting facts about the ride, along with plenty of great video and photo opportunities.

Military members enjoy lost time with family on Independence Day at Kings Island

There are so many sacrifices our military members make, but the biggest may be time spent away from family. That’s why Kings Island likes to give that time back. Over the Fourth of July holiday, active and retired military personnel received free admission to the park for Military Appreciation Days. From all of us at Kings Island, thank you to the brave men and women who serve and have served in the U.S. military, and Happy Independence Day!

Halloween Haunt and WinterFest auditions begin this weekend

The calendar may have just turned to July, but the entertainment team at Kings Island is preparing for fall and winter with interviews and auditions for Halloween Haunt and WinterFest beginning this weekend. All interviews and auditions will be held in the Entertainment Room in the Human Resources Building at Kings Island. No appointments are necessary.

National Blue Ice Cream Day a sweet tooth's paradise

National Blue Ice Cream Day at Kings Island featured blue ice cream themed foods galore, from fudge to cotton candy to funnel cakes to blueberry BBQ sauce for chicken wings. Plus, guests had awesome photo opportunities in front of the blue ice cream billboards, perfect for an Instagram or Facebook photo to show off their love of the classic concoction. Contestants in the blue ice cream eating contest polished off two pounds of blue ice cream for a chance to win a prize package that included two ride passes.

There’s a Build-A-Bear at Kings Island and you HAVE to see it

I visited Build-A-Bear all the time as a kid, and visiting Kings Island’s Build-A-Bear Workshop definitely made me want to make a furry friend again. The Build-A-Bear Workshop is just inside Kings Island’s main gates next to LaRosa’s, and it’s filled with all kinds of exclusive friends and accessories. There’s so many dolls to choose from, and I couldn’t believe how much was only available at Kings Island, like Care Bears and Dory.

12 things you may not know about The Beast

The Beast is still growling after all these years and shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, it remains Kings Island’s most popular attraction, despite competition from other world-class roller coasters at the park like Banshee, Diamondback and Mystic Timbers. Here are 12 things you may not know about the world’s longest wooden roller coaster – something to keep you busy while waiting to ride.

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