SFOG1991 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 So, my first visit to Kings Dominion is this weekend on Apr. 9, but the weather is making me extremely nervous. Temps in the low 50's, and possible RAIN and SNOW! This will also be my ONLY VISIT, and I'm not sure if I should take that chance or not. I could move my date to Sunday if I have to since the weather is a little better, but I'm not sure. My goal is to get three main coaster credits: I305, Dominator, and Volcano. If I could get those three credits I'll manage otherwise. Not to mention I have a 12+ drive from Alabama. Is it worth going with possible minimal crowds on Saturday, or wait till Sunday when most rides might be open? I went when it was in the mid to high 40s with rain and everything was open without any lines. It was great, just very cold... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 Move it to Sunday, crowds will be light then too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkJunkie51290 Posted April 9, 2016 Share Posted April 9, 2016 So, my first visit to Kings Dominion is this weekend on Apr. 9, but the weather is making me extremely nervous. Temps in the low 50's, and possible RAIN and SNOW! This will also be my ONLY VISIT, and I'm not sure if I should take that chance or not. I could move my date to Sunday if I have to since the weather is a little better, but I'm not sure. My goal is to get three main coaster credits: I305, Dominator, and Volcano. If I could get those three credits I'll manage otherwise. Not to mention I have a 12+ drive from Alabama. Is it worth going with possible minimal crowds on Saturday, or wait till Sunday when most rides might be open? I went when it was in the mid to high 40s with rain and everything was open without any lines. It was great, just very cold... Â Thanks! I just made it to Virginia not too long ago. The weather so far is great! Cool, but not bad. I ask the locals and they said that's the BEST TIME TO GO! Less people means less waiting. True, IT"S TAKING A CHANCE with rides being closed, but I want know unless I go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkJunkie51290 Posted April 9, 2016 Share Posted April 9, 2016 BEST DECISION EVER! I had an AMAZING time at Kings Dominion today! The weather turned out great! It was still COLD though, but majority of the rides were open. The only rides closed were Windseeker, Drop Tower, and Dominator. The only reason Dominator wasn't opened was because maintenance was working on the ride all day. Sadly, I missed that amazing coaster credit. I cried just a little. LOL. All rides and attractions were a walk on! Today was truly great! I'm working on putting out a trip report soon! Kings Dominion was worth the 12+ hr drive from Alabama! WELL WORTH IT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeansproutMidget Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 Glad to see you had a great time! Looking forward to the report! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sythe Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 Any Idea what this is all about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Password121 Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 Any Idea what this is all about? That hump was on the 2015 map as well. Map renderings aren't meant to be layout descriptions, they're just meant for helping you get to the coaster. Only a few enthusiasts notice/care about minute details like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philrad71 Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 We're thinking about going to the park this weekend as our #1 and #2 planned parks are either closed or don't have their new attraction open yet. Â It has been a couple of years since we bought Platinum Passes but we're thinking of splurging and buying them this year. Anyone know if you buy them at the park, are they the same price as online ($204 for an adult)? I know that there is an early bird, cheaper ticket offer online in the fall, but we obviously missed the boat on that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Any Idea what this is all about? Â Â If that really peaks your interest, perhaps you should check out the SF park maps. You could have a hay day with those! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 We're thinking about going to the park this weekend as our #1 and #2 planned parks are either closed or don't have their new attraction open yet. It has been a couple of years since we bought Platinum Passes but we're thinking of splurging and buying them this year. Anyone know if you buy them at the park, are they the same price as online ($204 for an adult)? I know that there is an early bird, cheaper ticket offer online in the fall, but we obviously missed the boat on that.  I've been renewing mine online for years, but I don't think it makes any difference whether buy it online or in person. I'd still buy them online to speed things up at bit when you get to the park; fortunately, KD does a pretty good job at processing passes quickly.  Be sure to check out the food booths at the Spring Bloom Festival. Not exactly Epcot or Busch Gardens, but they had some good offerings last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philrad71 Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 ^ Thanks Chuck! Â We just pulled into the Best Western across the street and it looks like the parking lot is pretty packed. We may just process our passes, check out the food and beer & hit the coasters tomorrow when it should hopefully be less crowded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imagineer Josh Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 I have a friend that works at the park. He told me today that it was confirmed of a 2017 roller coaster but no details have come out yet (obviously) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbatboy Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 (edited) ^Does his cart say "Dippin' Dots" at the top? Edited April 20, 2016 by Superbatboy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dom497 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 ^^What's his position at the park? If it is anything below Area Manager there is a 0% chance he knows anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Like Theme Parks. Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 I have a friend that works at the park. He told me today that it was confirmed of a 2017 roller coaster but no details have come out yet (obviously) I think a new coaster for 2017 would make sense, but I'm skeptical if your friend actually knows if there's a new coaster or not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TB305 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 I have a friend that works at the park. He told me today that it was confirmed of a 2017 roller coaster but no details have come out yet (obviously) LOL at "confirmed." This kind of stuff happens every year, and every year we're disappointed. Literally nothing points to a coaster for KD in 2017, so let's all lower our expectations before they are forcefully lowered by the lack of a new coaster next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 ^Does his cart say "Dippin' Dots" at the top? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garet Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 I have a friend that works at the park. He told me today that it was confirmed of a 2017 roller coaster but no details have come out yet (obviously)  Excuse me if i'm sceptical about where your friends are from, from the USJ thread:  ^If your friend sent you the photos, why does the "Image Info" show that it came from Screamscape? Please, do not misrepresent where photos that you post came from and give proper credit in the future.  My friend is a member of Screamscape...  That's funny, because I am the one who took the pics and I don't know you.  Here is the rest of the gallery from the trip.  https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOwRKU6amGMy8wEDuNY3_GFLZSf26wF-5sIM1DkaM05ThvnEHxw3s_1t0O0c5irMA?key=NlhnTUl4bE4xUi1JaktHN0l0QS1ITG4zOGVONW1n Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmax Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 I have a friend that works at the park. He told me today that it was confirmed of a 2017 roller coaster but no details have come out yet (obviously) Â I think it makes sense but I doubt there's full proof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imagineer Josh Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 No he's not a Screamscape member. Want to see the email? Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 Don't you just love the internet sometimes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImNotOneOfYou Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 Does the 'higher ups' mean operating a bigger Dippin' Dots cart? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TB305 Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 Want to see the email? Not really. It wouldn't prove anything more than some random schmuck off the street telling me KD was getting a coaster next year would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViperGTS500 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Might be going to thE park for the first time this Saturday or Sunday. How will the lines be on a weekend in April? What day is best out of the 2? Flashpass be needed? If so, what type? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coneyislandchris Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Might be going to thE park for the first time this Saturday or Sunday. How will the lines be on a weekend in April? What day is best out of the 2? Flashpass be needed? If so, what type? You shouldn't bother. You should go to Great Adventure instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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