2007 Attendance Figures

[DBru]

Are any of those parks seasonal? What is the highest seasonal park?

[Carnage]

^ Canada's Wonderland is the top seasonal park in North America.

 

Followed by Bush Gardens Europe, Cedar Point, Kings Island, Hershey Park, SFGadv, and SFGAdm.

[Tiburon503]

I'm shocked to see how much Great America and Great Adventure have fallen since the 2005 season. I'm sure rising gas prices played a role, but these two parks shocked me in how much they've fallen in attendance.

 

I know Great America hasn't added anything truly major since 2005, but for it to have fallen so much is amazing. With the new coaster coming this year, and the potential dive machine next year, I anticipate attendance to quickly rise back to near the three million mark.

 

SFGADV is also shocking, because even with its location and size, it is pulling in just a few more than Great America. I thought SFGADV rivaled CP in terms of attendance, but it seems to have had a rough year. As with SFGAM, I believe attendance will rise with the Dark Knight opening this year, and the potential dive machine should also help attendance in 2009.

 

2006 also saw huge price increases at Great Adventure. Factor this in with decreased show options as the season progressed, and ride closure/removals. You're now paying even MORE for LESS to do. Shapiro promised more "balance" at Six Flags; yet this park has become devoid of shows and non-coaster related attractions under his watch. I'm certain people tried the "new" Six Flags and simply decided it's a depreciated entertainment value.

 

Last year I bought 4 passes. This year I only bought 2 because of the "Crazy Eddie INNNNSANNNEEE!!!" December 1 day sale. I plan to visit the park less and utilize the freebies. There's simply nothing to do if you're not into coasters or, a toddler. The lack of shows made my dad's season pass a waste. After the first visit, he simply had no desire to return. My dad has been a patron since 1978, and no longer likes the loops or big ones (save Nitro). It was funny hearing him recall "The Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats" PACK the Showcase Theater, the fireworks, or even the Batman Show.

 

RIP Super Teepee. I'll miss you.