Winterfest at California’s Great America

img_1124We had the opportunity to visit the brand new Winterfest at California’s Great America on opening night. We were very impressed by the scope and detail of the event, especially considering that this is its very first year. Below you’ll find what you can expect as far as attractions and entertainment as well as our more specific opinions. Please enjoy the following write up from California’s Great America’s Winterfest! Continue reading “Winterfest at California’s Great America”

Holiday in the Park Opens at Six Flags Magic Mountain – 2016

gleampunk007-largeSix Flags Magic Mountain opened their huge Holiday in the Park event for the season and this year we find two new themed areas, a new show and an awesome Virtual Reality experience on The New Revolution. The Holiday event features one of the West Coast’s largest light shows, millions of lights, limited-time-only food, characters, and all your favorite coasters, of course.  Continue reading “Holiday in the Park Opens at Six Flags Magic Mountain – 2016”

Special Events Coming to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

untitledThe Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk will be hosting a variety of special events in the coming months as they often do around this time of year. Santa Cruz locals enjoyed Hot Rods at the Beach and the Sea Glass and Open Art Festival, and can look forward to Holiday Train Rides, and the Boardwalk Holiday Bash.  These events will be taking place during limited operation, with operation of major rides and attractions on weekends only. Continue reading “Special Events Coming to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk”

California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part 5 (TOP 10)

TOP 50 TNail001 YESWe’ve rated and reviewed many coasters and rides over the last few years, and although we’re usually not fans of listing/ranking rides or parks, we do create an annual California TOP 50! You might, and likely will, disagree, and that’s totally fine! That’s what this TOP 50 is all about! Of the many rides in the state, we selected the 50 we think are best! Here are places 10-1 (TOP 10!) in the California TOP 50 of 2016! Continue reading “California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part 5 (TOP 10)”

Knott’s Merry Farm Returns on November 19th!

merry-farm-snow-and-glow-hero-shot-with-family-largeStarting November 19, Knott’s Berry Farm celebrates the merriest of seasons as it transforms into Knott’s Merry Farm with thousands of twinkling lights and cheerful holiday décor throughout the park. Spend the most wonderful time of the year at Knott’s Merry Farm relishing the Christmas season with thrilling attractions, festive new live entertainment, a Christmas crafts fair, delectable holiday food, cheerful carolers performing seasonal classics and nightly snow falling on the lively streets of Calico. Continue reading “Knott’s Merry Farm Returns on November 19th!”

Knott’s Berry Farm To Add New Top Scan Attraction In 2017

sol-spin_logo_4c-largeKnott’s Berry Farm just released more information regarding their 2017 season, which doesn’t only include the huge Knott’s Soak City expansion, but also the extension of the Boysenberry Festival, the return of Ghost Town Alive!, a new restaurant, and a brand new one-of-a-kind (in California) Top Scan attraction named “Sol Spin”.  Continue reading “Knott’s Berry Farm To Add New Top Scan Attraction In 2017”

California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part FOUR (20-11)

TOP 50 TNail001 YESWe’ve rated and reviewed many coasters and rides over the last few years, and although we’re usually not fans of listing/ranking rides or parks, we do create an annual California TOP 50! You might, and likely will, disagree, and that’s totally fine! That’s what this TOP 50 is all about! Of the many rides in the state, we selected the 50 we think are best! Here are places 20-11 in the California TOP 50 of 2016! Continue reading “California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part FOUR (20-11)”

New VR Experience, New Show and TWO New Themed Areas at Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain

sfmm_-_hip_highres-mediumSix Flags Magic Mountain just released their Holiday in the Park line-up of 2016, and the best Holiday-themed event in California is bound to be even more amazing than in years past. The park is adding a new high-energy indoor show, an interactive VR Experience on The New Revolution, and TWO new themed areas adding an incredible amount of extra lights and entertainment! Let’s take a look at what we can expect this year! Continue reading “New VR Experience, New Show and TWO New Themed Areas at Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain”

California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part THREE (30-21)

TOP 50 TNail001 YESWe’ve rated and reviewed many coasters and rides over the last few years, and although we’re usually not fans of listing/ranking rides or parks, we do create an annual California TOP 50! You might, and likely will, disagree, and that’s totally fine! That’s what this TOP 50 is all about! Of the many rides in the state, we selected the 50 we think are best! Here are places 30-21 in the California TOP 50 of 2016! Continue reading “California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part THREE (30-21)”

Knott’s Berry Farm Update – October 16th 2016

20161016_163216-mediumWith Knott’s Scary Farm in full swing, I decided to swing by the park for a few hours of regular Knott’s Berry Farm fun! With the recent Knott’s Scary Farm coverage, it’s been a while since we launched a complete Knott’s Berry Farm Update. Join me as I take a look around the park, Spooky Farm, operations, changes and share… Xcelerator news!  Continue reading “Knott’s Berry Farm Update – October 16th 2016”

California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part TWO (40-31)

TOP 50 TNail001 YESWe’ve rated and reviewed many coasters over the last few years, and although we’re usually not fans of listing/ranking rides or parks, we do create an annual California TOP 50! You might, and likely will, disagree, and that’s totally fine! That’s what this TOP 50 is all about! Of the many rides in the state, we selected the 50 we think are best! Here are places 40-31 in the California TOP 50 of 2016! Continue reading “California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part TWO (40-31)”

California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part ONE (50-41)

TOP 50 TNail001 YESWe’ve rated and reviewed many coasters over the last few years, and although we’re usually not fans of listing/ranking rides or parks, we do create an annual California TOP 50! You might, and likely will, disagree, and that’s totally fine! That’s what this TOP 50 is all about! Of the many rides in the state, we selected the 50 we think are best! Here are places 50-41 in the California TOP 50 of 2016! Continue reading “California TOP 50 – 2016 – Part ONE (50-41)”

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Fright Fest 2016 – MAZE Ratings and Reviews

20160924_203847-largeSix Flags Discovery Kingdom’s Fright Fest has opened for its 2016 run, and of course I was there to experience all mazes! This year’s line-up features six mazes, including the brand new Dark Oaks Mortuary . In addition, returning mazes like our favorite CarnEVIL welcomed me back this year as well. Let’s get to rating and reviewing them! Continue reading “Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Fright Fest 2016 – MAZE Ratings and Reviews”