Coasterstock 2025 Speaker Announcement + More Updates

Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters, Inc. is one of the oldest and most prestigious existing roller coaster manufacturing companies in the world at 121 years old. This Coasterstock, join PTCI President Tom Rebbie and Operations Manager Janine Rebbie Matscherz for a unique presentation of the company’s history with Kings Island.
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
(ON SALE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28 AT 10:00 AM)
From the amusement park’s 1926 Grand Carousel (PTC #79); to its original wooden coasters, The Racer and Woodstock Express; and former PTC president John Allen’s contribution to the design process of The Beast; PTCI has played a vital role in shaping Kings Island's most beloved attractions.
This special event will feature rare photos, historical insights, tales from around the workshop and on the job site as The Beast was one of Tom Rebbie's first rides he worked on!
We’ll also hear about PTCI's current operations and their thoughts on the state of the roller coaster industry today. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity just for Coasterstock attendees.
Exclusive Showing: Partridge Family Episode 66, I Left My Heart in Cincinnati
Enjoy the sights and sounds of Kings Island’s past in this episode of The Partridge Family that was filmed at the park in 1972.
Episode Description: While the Partridges perform several days at Kings Island, the park’s public relations host is assigned to help them with any need that they might have during their stay. At their first meeting, Keith and Danny both quickly develop a crush on her. Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame catcher Johnny Bench makes a special guest appearance in this episode as a poolside waiter at the Kings Island Inn.
Extended Ride Time
Morning and Evening ERT will include all your favorite coasters as always. The schedule will be announced as we get closer to the event, but there are more than 20 rides included and 33 hours of total ride operation time for Coasterstock attendees.
- Flight of Fear ERT will be with lights on
- The Beast will have nighttime ERT both nights of Coasterstock.
- Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers will be a new addition to Coasterstock ERT.
- We will have Boo Blasters running with lights on during ERT.
- RiverRacers- New in Soak City for 2025, Coasterstock attendees will have the chance to get exclusive ride time on Ohio’s first dual racing water coaster!
Behind the Scenes Photo and Video Opportunities
Be sure to bring your cameras as the park will once again provide exclusive access to behind the scenes areas of your favorite Kings Island coasters.
How Do I Get Tickets?
Coasterstock tickets will go on sale Friday, February 28 at 10 a.m. exclusively online at visitkingsisland.com.
The event crafted just for coaster enthusiasts will take place Friday-Saturday, May 30 - 31, featuring exclusive ride time on popular attractions (both morning and night!), behind-the-scenes tours, engaging speakers, fun contests, delicious catered meals, unlimited FunPix photos, unlimited soft drinks and more!
Season Passholder Tickets: $72 per ticket*
Non-Passholder Tickets: $117 per ticket*
All participants must purchase a Coasterstock ticket and be an active member of one of the eligible clubs and organizations listed below. An active membership card is required upon entry to this event.
Eligible Roller Coaster Clubs
- American Coaster Enthusiasts
- Coaster Crew Platinum
- European Coaster Club
- Florida Coaster Club
- Great Ohio Coaster Club
- Melanin Coaster Network
- Roller Coaster Club of Great Britain
- Western New York Coaster Club
Space is limited! Ticket sales will end when capacity has been reached.
*plus taxes/fees. Scheduled activities are subject to change.
Image of Tom Rebbie and Janine Rebbie Matscherz courtesy of PTCI.