mhuffva Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Kings Dominion put out a KDTV video on YouTube. Behind-the-scenes view of mainly the two upcoming new Haunt mazes "Miners Revenge" and "Zombie High School". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 I love the fact that KD has been putting so much detail into Haunt the past few seasons and adds more and more little touches to new and existing mazes each and every season! I'm glad Cedar Fair budgets that for them as KD's Haunt definitely outdoes even BGW's HOS in my opinion nowadays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Apparently Intimidator 305 has been spotted testing today, so it sounds like it definitely has the potential to be up and ready for Haunt season! Speaking of Haunt, Kings Dominion has been teasing the new mazes (Miner's Revenge and Zombie High) on their Instagram. Meet one of the miners in our new maze, Miner's Revenge. Meet Charlotte. She was just about to be crowned Lake Charles High School's homecoming queen when when a science lab experiment went awry. Will you be one of the newest students to enroll in Zombie High? This is Eugene, he was the student working in the science lab when his experiment went wrong. Gene was working on an elixir hoping to make Charlotte fall madly in love with him, but his project failed. Visit the lab and see if you can save the rest of the class at Zombie High. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfoot12 Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 ^Sounds good! It's been far too long since I've had my Intimidator fix (circa 2011?). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasternut Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 ^^ I hope you're right! I'm working this week in DC, and I'm going to Kings Dominion on Saturday. I hope Timmy is up and running. The weather is supposed to break from all this heat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 From the Official Kings Dominion Facebook page: Over the years at Kings Dominion, several popular rides, shows and more have come and gone. So answer this... My favorite past attraction at Kings Dominion was _______. Stay tuned for an exciting announcement tomorrow afternoon at 2pm right here on our Facebook page! Does this mean an attraction is leaving for something new in 2014 or 2015? Ironically, the bigger better Planet Snoopy announced last year was also done on September 12. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreak101 Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Yeah, when I saw their Facebook post I was thinking the same thing - either an old ride is heading out to make room for a new one, or maybe an old ride is making a return? Or it's completely non-related, or they could be making part of their website dedicated to old rides, etc. Anything's possible, really! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djboss302 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 KING KOBRA RETURN!!!!!!!!!! Even though that would be cool, I think it's probably a flat ride or something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie200330 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 KING KOBRA RETURN!!!!!!!!!! Even though that would be cool, I think it's probably a flat ride or something like that. They are gonna ship Montezooma's Revenge from KBF to KD.......awesome!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myself Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I'm on the fence...this could be a 2014 announcement, but at the same time I'm getting this feeling that it could be about I305 reopening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacoaster09 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 (edited) I bet its I-305 re-opening... It be funny if they bring back H:XLC 2.0 - an intamin Xcelerator clone one could wish! lol! If it were a new attraction hopefully something like Diamond Falls coming back... but maybe more of an Intamin Divertical/ Pilgrim's Plunge type water ride. Edited September 12, 2013 by vacoaster09 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster_Fanatic Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I honestly don't think that KD would make this announcement for the "reopening" of I-305. We'll see I guess... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The49er Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 KING KOBRA RETURN!!!!!!!!!! Even though that would be cool, I think it's probably a flat ride or something like that. They are gonna ship Montezooma's Revenge from KBF to KD.......awesome!!!!! But I haven't been on it yet...Don't do it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallpox Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 the singing mushrooms are back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfoot12 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 ^God I hope so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tunaboy407 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 (edited) Celebrating 40 Years of Family Fun, Thrills and Memories DOSWELL, VA (September 12, 2013) – Kings Dominion turns back the clock as the park announces plans for a celebration four decades in the making. This once in a lifetime event will include many surprises, the return of classic park icons and a chance to create new traditions and memories with your family. The celebration will begin next season to commemorate Kings Dominion’s grand opening in 1975. “As a native Richmond resident, I grew up not only visiting Kings Dominion, but also started my career here as a seasonal associate,” said Pat Jones, Kings Dominion’s Vice President and General Manager. “I have 40 years of fond memories and I am thrilled to share some of these exciting moments with our guests during our special 40th Celebration.” The central piece of the 40th Celebration will be the introduction of “Ruby”, a custom painted 40th Celebration horse. “Ruby” will be added to the park’s historic Carousel, which dates back to 1917. The Carousel has operated at Kings Dominion since the park opened in 1975. Those who grew up with Kings Dominion will also notice the return of many original park icons next season, including: The homecoming of the park’s classic blue ice cream, which was a hit with families for decades. A complete restoration of the iconic International Street fountain, which will include a new LED lighting package and additional refurbishments. Reintroduction of one of the park’s original classic midways, Candy Apple Grove. This re-themed area will include new ride lighting packages, return of the classic over-sized candy apples along the midway and other surprises. The return of Safari Village (formerly the Congo area of the park) and will include exciting improvements to Volcano: The Blast Coaster and one of the park’s older roller coasters, Anaconda. In the coming months, Kings Dominion will also make many more exciting announcements as part of this thrilling celebration. Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter to be the first to hear about the latest news from Kings Dominion. Here is its website https://www.kingsdominion.com/celebration#&panel1-1 This is awesome!!! Candy Apple Grove is coming back!!!! Edited September 12, 2013 by cfc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfoot12 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Wow. So we really may see the return of the singing mushrooms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike541x Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 (edited) Sounds interesting. I'd love to see Kings Dominion bring back some nostalgia to the park. I'm also glad to see Anaconda is getting some attention from the park. The ride could use some TLC. Edited September 12, 2013 by mike541x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallpox Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I LOVE this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreak101 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I wonder if the exciting improvements to Volcano include the second station that was proposed for last year? Would be very nice! This should all be really great - I was actually a little sad looking at some of the old Great America pictures people have been digging up, because you can tell how much more character these parks used to have. Glad to see some of that coming back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfoot12 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 ^^^Agreed. KD lost a lot of its charm during the Paramount years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfoot12 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I wonder if the exciting improvements to Volcano include the second station that was proposed for last year? Would be very nice! It's most definitely a pipe dream but in addition to that extra station, I would love to see some enhancements to the ride itself, like an added element. Maybe a banked curve or helix or something. The ending always seemed so abrupt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boughtontroy Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I got some good news. From Screamscape: Good news from Kings Dominion today… it seems Intimidator 305 was spotted making test runs Wednesday morning. This means the lift is fixed…and perhaps we’ll see it open to the public once again this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megametal Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I wonder what enhancements Anaconda could be getting? In my opinion, it's removal would be an enhancement, but I guess this announcement means they don't want to get rid of it. Hmmm. New shoulder harnesses like some of the new boomerangs have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I absolutely love this announcement. This is exactly what the park needs before the next coaster. The Grove is the only area in the park that really needs some sprucing up and obviously this will be done for its transformation into Candy Apple Grove (maybe either Drop Tower or Rebel Yell will get paint). As for Safari Village, Anaconda will definitely be getting some paint (finally!). I'm excited for the re-theming of the areas of the park. Thank you Matt Ouimet for actually spending money towards things like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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