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Rising costs force beloved amusement park to make toughest decision after 50 years

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July 11, 2026

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Rising costs force beloved amusement park to make toughest decision after 50 years

Fiesta Village Family Fun Park is closing after 50 years as owners cite rising operating costs and declining attendance. Fans shared their nostalgic memories.

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DNyuz

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· Jul 9, 2026

I’ve been going to Disney World for over 20 years. Here are my 12 best tips for visiting on a budget.

I’ve been visiting Disney parks for many years, and I’ve learned a few tricks for visiting them on a tighter budget. Timothy Moore I’ve been going to Disney World for more than two decades, and I’ve learned how to budget there. Getting to the parks as early as possible is key, and I avoid spending []

That Park Place

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· Jul 1, 2026

Disney World is Selling Off Remains of Beloved Demolished Attractions Like MuppetVision, Dinosaur, and Tom Sawyer Island at Auction

For decades, Disney fans have accepted that beloved attractions eventually close to make way for something new. It’s part of the lifecycle of a theme park. What many fans have a much harder time accepting, however, is the idea that Disney World would first shutter cherished attractions, demolish them, and then turn around and sell [] The post Disney World is Selling Off Remains of Beloved Demolished Attractions Like MuppetVision, Dinosaur, and Tom Sawyer Island at Auction appeared first on That Park Place.

Smithsonian Magazine

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· Jun 26, 2026

You’ll Be More Than Amused by These 15 Photos of Theme Parks. Their Electrifying Attractions Will Have Your Heart Racing Before You Even Set Foot on a Ride

These images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest remind us that amusement parks have entertained generations of thrill-seekers

Cincinnati CityBeat

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· Jun 29, 2026

Kings Island named one of America’s most affordable amusement parks

A new study has revealed that your yearly summer trip to ride The Racer and Diamondback is one of the most affordable theme park trips in the entire country. In HomeToGo’s 2026 Theme Park Index, Kings Island placed 11 on the affordability scale. Based on one-day ticket prices, parking costs and average accommodation rates, an [] The post Kings Island named one of America’s most affordable amusement parks appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.

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· Jul 1, 2026

New Louisville Adventure Park Is Packed With Family Fun

New Louisville Adventure Park Is Packed With Family Fun

Gizmodo

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· Jul 4, 2026

Disneyland Would Like You to Know It’s Got 1 Billion Guests Now

Price hikes, growing anti-international sentiment, and a pandemic couldn't keep Disneyland from getting its 1 billionth patron.

People.com

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· Jul 6, 2026

New Study Reveals the Most Affordable Theme Park to Visit in the U.S. — and It’s Not in Florida or California

Connecticut’s Quassy Amusement Park and Waterpark in Middlebury was named the country’s most affordable amusement park for summer 2026 by HomeToGo

Daily Mirror

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· Jun 29, 2026

Theme park to close doors forever after 36 years - 'extremely difficult decision'

The theme park has three high-speed roller coasters a 40-foot go-kart track, a bungee-jumping tower and several rides for families and younger kids

ComicBook.com

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· Jun 26, 2026

Heritage Auctions Adds Iconic G.I. Joe Action Figures And The Starting Bid is Just $1

Tuning in to vintage toy auctions can be depressing for many reasons. First and foremost, the prices are usually much higher than most of us can afford, reserved only for collectors who have the money to spare. Second, many of us may even see toys which we previously owned but got rid of going for []

Fox News

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· Jul 1, 2026

Beloved amusement park with no gate fee takes top spot ahead of theme park giants

In America's 250th year, Knoebels Amusement Resort — now 100 years old — is at the top of Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards, followed by Dollywood and Magic Kingdom.

ABC7 New York

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· Jul 3, 2026

Disney Celebrates America: Fun facts about Yosemite National Park

Disney Celebrates America: Fun facts about Yosemite National Park

Seeking Alpha

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· Jul 11, 2026

Disney: Value Trap Or Contrarian Buy? It Isn't For The Weak

Disney: Value Trap Or Contrarian Buy? It Isn't For The Weak

Us Weekly

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· Jun 26, 2026

Hurry! Michael Kors, Shark and Beats Are on Super Sale

Walmart’s sale section right now is our new obsession. The retailer marked down top brands, like Michael Kors, Dyson, Shark, Beats and more. Now is the perfect time to treat yourself to a new bag or skincare routine, or finally grab those home upgrades you’ve been eyeing for months. To help you shop the best []

Polygon

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· Jul 10, 2026

Pokémon Go fans furious over exclusive hundo Mewtwo Times Square event

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MovieGuide

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· Jul 8, 2026

This Beloved Disney World Attraction Is Getting Some Major Updates

Beloved Disney World attraction The Carousel of Progress is getting a makeover. “There’s a great big, beautiful tomorrow...

WDBQ – 1490 AM – Dubuque

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· Jul 6, 2026

Iowa Theme Park Ranked Among America’s Most Affordable

Iowa Theme Park Ranked Among America’s Most Affordable

Salon

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· Jun 30, 2026

Is Summerween really a thing?

How a one-off gag from a cult-favorite Disney cartoon became a case study of year-round holiday consumerism

Daily Express

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· Jun 29, 2026

Theme park to close after 36 years in business - CEO says 'extremely difficult decision'

The theme park will close its gates for the final time in a few weeks

Scary Mommy

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· Jul 6, 2026

Best Rides At Epic Universe, Ranked By A Mom (Including The One I'd Skip)

As a thrill-seeking, nostalgic-for-Nintendo mom who just went, these are the best rides at Epic Universe (plus the one I’d skip).

Slate Magazine

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· Jun 22, 2026

Help! My Wife Promised Me She Wasn’t a Disney Adult. Well, Her Actual Obsession Is Just as Bad.

I could not have been more clear.

Hello Magazine

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· Jun 24, 2026

Ditch the wardrobe panic and reclaim your midlife radiance: Get your ticket to our first-ever live podcast live event in London

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Defector

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· Jun 24, 2026

Should I Sell My Ludicrously Valuable World Cup Ticket?

Time for your weekly edition of the Defector Funbag. Got something on your mind? Email the Funbag. Today, we're talking money, U2, lasagna, and more. Hello! I'm happy to be back guest-hosting the Funbag while Drew is off. Let's get to it. Adam:

Twitchy

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· Jun 21, 2026

Ruben Gallego’s Sweet Deal: Campaign Cash for Super Bowl Trips, Disney Vacations & Family Babysitting

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Reuters

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· Jul 10, 2026

Pokemon GO celebrates 10th anniversary in Times Square

Pokemon GO celebrated its 10th anniversary with a Times Square takeover that moved fans to tears. Kim Adams, vice president of game development for Pokemon GO at Scopely, said the company was fulfilling the promise made when the game launched. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #pokemon #pokemongo #newyork #timessquare 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Irish Star

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· Jun 29, 2026

Trump's 'cheap' arch model at Great American State Fair mocked after close-up reveal shoddy details

The mockery came amid a series of setbacks for the fair, which is meant to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary this weekend, from several musical acts pulling out of a free show to pitiful visitor numbers

Variety

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· Jul 12, 2026

Box Office: ‘Moana’ Flounders With $43 Million Debut, Among Weakest of Disney’s Live-Action Remakes

“Moana” failed to make a splash at the box office, earning 43 million from 3,827 North American theaters in its opening weekend. Those ticket sales, though enough for No. 1 on box office charts, are disastrous given the live-action “Moana” remake has a massive 250 million production budget — and that’s before Disney’s hefty marketing []

Fark

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· Jul 2, 2026

Photoshop this amusement park [Photoshop]

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ArcaMax

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· Jun 23, 2026

'Toy Story 5' had a big opening weekend. What that means for the summer box office

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· Jul 4, 2026

Review: The Adventure Bike Rider Festival 2026, Ragley Hall Estate

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· Jul 10, 2026

The $50M Disney Settlement: Do You Qualify for a Payout?

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GameSpot

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· Jun 23, 2026

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