Construction is Nearing Completion for Orion Giga Coaster at Kings Island

With today’s technology and social media, it’s easy to keep in touch and keep up to date with friends and family. With social media platforms such as Instagram, you’re always on the lookout for that perfect photo opp to post on your page. We went around the park and found all the best places to get that perfect shot here at Kings Island. And in 3, 2, 1, strike a pose!

Hello everyone! Although I’m a tad sun burnt, let me just say that Coasterstock was amazing! From meeting all of the coaster enthusiasts, the guest speakers, delicious food and going on the behind the scenes tours, especially the Flight of Fear tour, it was my first Coasterstock and I’m hoping it won’t be my last. I think my favorite part of all was seeing a group of people come together, who all have a passion for roller coasters and amusement parks in general and celebrating that passion.

Visit Kings Island between June 15 and July 7 and discover how the world kicks up its heels at the all-new Grand Carnivale, a larger-than-life festival celebrating the rich traditions of India, China, Italy, France and Germany. Grand Carnivale will have something for everyone in the family – from crafts and games, to authentic tastes and signature drinks, to live music.

Soak City Water Park opens for the season this Saturday, May 25 and with a Gold Season Pass you can get early access to the water park. What does that really mean? It means you can claim the best chairs by the water or the shade. Did you forget something at home? Head over to Seaside Supplies for all your Soak City essentials and don’t forget that Gold Season Passholders get discounts on merchandise.

The Greater Cincinnati area has been getting plenty of water in the form of rain this spring, but those who are ready to dive into summer will get their first opportunity when Kings Island’s Soak City Water Park opens for its 30th anniversary season on Saturday. Home to exhilarating attractions – Tropical Plunge, towering seven stories and featuring six water slide experiences; Rendezvous Run, which turns you 360 degrees in the dark; Mondo Monsoon, a four-person thrill ride; and our huge wave pool, Tidal Wave Bay – Soak City is the premier water park in the region.

On May 17-18, Kings Island held its fifth annual “Coasterstock” event. Since its inception, Coasterstock has quickly become one of the most sought-after “coaster enthusiast” events in the country. Attracting 600 attendees from over 25 states and Canada, this year’s event was the biggest and best yet!

If you’re visiting Kings Island with a child who is too short or too scared to ride roller coasters like The Beast, Banshee and Diamondback, the Parent Swap Program makes it easy for you to still enjoy all of the park’s major thrill rides. Try it out and let us know how it worked for you.

Blood and sweat was definitely put into Coasterstock this year. Thankfully no tears were shed. Blood is referring to the paper cuts on my hands from putting together hundreds of welcome packets for people and sweat refers to the hot conference room in which I sat to put together said packages. However I’m hardly one to complain. I find that if you do things with a positive attitude and put a positive spin on tasks, they go by much faster and your positivity will spread to others.

This summer guests will have an opportunity to experience Kings Island like they never have before when myth and magic join together to create the all-new Grand Carnivale. Guests will be able to celebrate the sights, sounds, smells and tastes from cultures around the world, daily from June 15 through July 7. Kings Island’s famous International Restaurant will re-open to the public for a special Grand Carnivale themed dining experience each night of the festival.

Here's a sure sign that summer is just around the corner: Today, Kings Island begins daily operation for the 2019 season. Kings Island will be open from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays through May 23. Operating hours vary for the rest of the summer beginning Memorial Day weekend.