cfc Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Apparently Miner's Revenge is replacing Camp Killauee and Zombie High is replacing Toxic Plague. I'm interested to see how these turn out! I'm happy Camp Killauee is getting replaced as that was one of the weaker mazes. I agree regarding Camp Killauee--a pretty hit-or-miss maze. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I love the 3D Haunted House movie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 ^Yep--that should definitely return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alilstronger Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 ^^Yes!! That was a good movie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Speaking of Haunt, the park recently sent out this announcement. Kings Dominion to Host Park-Wide Job Fair to Kick Start Hiring Blitz Kings Dominion looking to fill nearly 150 positions for fall operation WHAT: Kings Dominion – home of the bigger, better Planet Snoopy – will host a park-wide job fair to fill nearly 150 positions as the park gets ready for fall operation. Kings Dominion is looking for applicants to fill job openings throughout the park including food and beverage, games, merchandise, rides, water park, admissions and security departments. Entry-level, as well as supervisory positions, are available to qualified applicants. Applicants must be at least 15 years of age and apply online at www.kingsdominion.com/jobs. Kings Dominion management will contact qualified applicants to set up an interview. Kings Dominion will also host a “Scream Test and Creature Casting” on Saturday, August 17th from 5 until 9 pm for Halloween Haunt. The park is currently looking to fill more than 450 monster positions that will roam the midways as part of the region’s largest scare force. No appointments are necessary, all walk in applicants accepted for the Haunt Casting Call. WHEN: Saturday, August 17, 2013 from 10 AM until 4 PM – Park Job Fair Saturday, August 17, 2013 from 5 – 9 PM – Scream Test and Creature Casting WHERE: Kings Dominion 16000 Theme Park Way Doswell, VA 23047 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuxedomask5432 Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Hello all, I'm very excited to possibly visit Kings Dominion for the first time on Labor Day Weekend. My partner and I were planning on hitting the park for two days on Sunday, and Labor Day. I imagine the crowds will be heavy, so that's why we're thinking two days. I'm not really into fast pass or anything, as my partner often needs planned breaks in between attractions to stave off motion sickness. Are there certain areas of the park that you would hit up first at opening? And does the park rope off certain areas until a certain amount of people are in the park? Also, does anyone think they know of a good hotel that's not too pricey, but still a decent sleep, or will hotels be hard to come by this weekend? Thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alilstronger Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 ^ Two days will be more than enough time to hit everything in the park. They allow platinum pass members (I believe) in earlier then other guest. Sometimes Dominator/Berserker opens up a little earlier then everything else since they are both the only rides in the front of the park. With out a Fast Pass Volcano will have a long line. I would go straight there and then Intimidator. But only if you are trying to rush. With two days I would not worry about it. Whenever I go to a park I start with something and work than my way around the park. I do not get the jumping all around. That is not enjoyable to me. Anyway... there are lots of hotels within 20 minutes of the park. There is one right in the parking lot but its usually really pricey. I usually stay a little bit south of the park and have about a 10-15 minute drive to the park. I suggest using Google Maps to figure out where the hotels are and then calling the hotels direct. It is a holiday weekend so I would start looking now. Some hotels have minimum night stays over holiday weekends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuxedomask5432 Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 ^ Two days will be more than enough time to hit everything. With two days I would not worry about it. Whenever I go to a park I start with something and work than my way around the park. I do not get the jumping all around. That is not enjoyable to me. Wow, thanks for the quick reply. Good to hear that I can meander through the park without having to rush. I don't like bouncing around much either. It's always fun to experience a new park the way it was meant to, in a complete circle. We'll definitely look into hotels soon, so we won't get stuck without one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boughtontroy Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Here's the sneak peek of KD Haunt 2013. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuxedomask5432 Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Cool, I love haunts, BTW, just noticed that I305 is down for the count. I guess that's what I get for not reading posts first. I wonder if it will be back up in time for Labor Day. Keep us posted Richmond locals, otherwise, might have to go to Busch Gardens instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 ^ Rumor is that it is supposed to be back up and running "by the end of the month" and since Labor Day weekend is August 31 - September 2... everything will have to go as planned to meet that deadline. Fingers crossed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 How long has Intimidator 305 been down? I've been hearing about it, but never did hear when it happened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 How long has Intimidator 305 been down? I've been hearing about it, but never did hear when it happened. Based upon a Screamscape report, Intimidator has been down since the evening of July 8. It's a shame two of the best Intamin's on the East Coast are both out of commission at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philrad71 Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 We are tentatively planning a trip to Myrtle Beach starting Labor Day weekend and thought about visiting the park on the way down. If I-305 is still not running, we may skip it and head to Busch Gardens instead...or maybe even try to drive down to SFOG which we have never visited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbrubakerjr Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 When does Kings Dominion (Cedar Fair) start offering the rest of 2013 free with a 2014 season pass purchase? September? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 ^ They usually put them on sale at the end of August in time for the Labor Day weekend crowds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_s Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 We are tentatively planning a trip to Myrtle Beach starting Labor Day weekend and thought about visiting the park on the way down. If I-305 is still not running, we may skip it and head to Busch Gardens instead...or maybe even try to drive down to SFOG which we have never visited. Well they're both nice parks even with 305 out of the picture, and both should be avoided like the plague on Saturdays (and Sun. on Labor Day weekend), although at KD you might practically get a little woodies action, and I305 could still be worth it if running and you haven't experienced it before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Yes, if you visit either park during that weekend, you'd better spring for Quick Queue or Fast Lane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie200330 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151786474907272&set=a.10150550531162272.393543.228082587271&type=1&theater Just seen this post on KDFansite's facebook. I know this has been said many times, but peoples comments are absurd. They want to get some of their season pass money back because of 305 being down....LOL!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20weaponx Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I was at the park today, 305 was still down to no surprise and there was no sign of work being done on it. But it was a great day to go! water park was completely empty and I waited about 10 minutes for volcano which was the longest line of the day as usual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djcoastermark Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 My partner and I are doing a, what we call a "wine, wildlife, waterfall and roller coaster trip to Virginia from the 21st to the 28th of this month. Our itinerary includes doing a wine tour of VA, hiking White Oak Canyon for the waterfalls, wineries, Old Rag mountain , more wineries and culminating with a trip to Kings Dominion. My question is, I know 305 is down right now and is expected to be up soon, but has anyone heard when it may be running again ? My hopes are for this friday, but if not, maybe monday? To me that would be a great ending to our trip. Anyone heard anything yet ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike541x Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151786474907272&set=a.10150550531162272.393543.228082587271&type=1&theater Just seen this post on KDFansite's facebook. I know this has been said many times, but peoples comments are absurd. They want to get some of their season pass money back because of 305 being down....LOL!!! Those comments are great. Im surprised people havent been offered some money back for season passes considering it's been down pretty much the whole time. Maybe there needs to be a facebook page for that They should take it of the map! Im glad we passed on buying season passes this year.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallpox Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 My partner and I are doing a, what we call a "wine, wildlife, waterfall and roller coaster trip to Virginia from the 21st to the 28th of this month. Our itinerary includes doing a wine tour of VA, hiking White Oak Canyon for the waterfalls, wineries, Old Rag mountain , more wineries and culminating with a trip to Kings Dominion. My question is, I know 305 is down right now and is expected to be up soon, but has anyone heard when it may be running again ? My hopes are for this friday, but if not, maybe monday? To me that would be a great ending to our trip. Anyone heard anything yet ? probably not the most optimistic reports I've heard are labor day weekend. but that's just rumors anyway, so take it for what it's worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonsaiisuperstar Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I would be pretty upset if my home parks main attraction was down half of the season. Especially if it was i305. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 ^But would you whine incessantly about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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