{"id":1337,"date":"2024-04-03T19:48:02","date_gmt":"2024-04-03T23:48:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/?p=1337"},"modified":"2024-04-03T19:50:29","modified_gmt":"2024-04-03T23:50:29","slug":"kennywood-unveils-new-park-additions-and-experiences-for-thrilling-upcoming-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/2024\/04\/kennywood-unveils-new-park-additions-and-experiences-for-thrilling-upcoming-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Kennywood Unveils New Park Additions and Experiences for Thrilling Upcoming Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>PITTSBURGH, PA (April 3, 2024):&nbsp;<\/strong>Kennywood,&nbsp;<em>a USA Today 10 Best Theme Park<\/em>, today revealed park improvements and additions, a new local partnership and brand-new entertainment for its 126th&nbsp;season beginning Saturday, April 20. The park&#8217;s upcoming year highlights feature the all-new&nbsp;<strong><em>Potato Smash&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>bumper cars, brand-new food and beverage locations, parkwide enhancements and an all-new special event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cKennywood continues to elevate the park experience with even more thrills and excitement, in what is sure to be the most memorable season yet,\u201d says Kennywood\u2019s Assistant General Manager, Rick Spicuzza. \u201cWe are committed to always raising the bar for our guests&#8217; expectations. This year brings an exciting new local partnership, tasty new dining options, the brand-new&nbsp;<strong><em>Potato Smash&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>and new thrilling entertainment to wow our guests like never before.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors are in store for newness and improvements this season, from exciting attractions to appetizing culinary additions, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The total transformation of the park\u2019s classic bumper car ride, themed to Kennywood\u2019s iconic fresh-cut Potato Patch\u00ae fries,&nbsp;<strong><em>Potato Smash&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>will feature 20 new \u2018spud-tacular\u2019 cars modeled after the park\u2019s signature snack. Each car will be fitted with fries, oozing cheese sauce and an oversized fork, completing an appetizing look for the most drool-worthy attraction around;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong><em>Turtle<\/em><\/strong>, the last operating ride of its kind in the world, will again welcome riders after its \u2018turt-al\u2019 restoration, preserving this icon of Kennywood&#8217;s past, present and future;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Turtles-Back-on-Track-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Turtles-Back-on-Track-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Turtles-Back-on-Track-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Turtles-Back-on-Track-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Turtles-Back-on-Track-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Turtles-Back-on-Track-2-624x624.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of Kennywood<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The park\u2019s popular pendulum ride showcasing the iconic Kennywood arrows,\u00a0<strong><em>Aero 360\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>is refreshed and rejoins the ride lineup with vibrantly painted seats and a completely updated control system;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aero-360-Construction-8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aero-360-Construction-8.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aero-360-Construction-8-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aero-360-Construction-8-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aero-360-Construction-8-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Aero-360-Construction-8-624x624.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of Kennywood<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In partnership with Penn Brewery,\u00a0<strong><em>Jeeters\u2019 Pub<\/em><\/strong>, a hometown bar themed to Kennywood\u2019s popular pink mascot from the 1970s, who will make a triumphant return later this summer, will welcome guests this season, with eight draft beers from the beloved Pittsburgh brewery, charcuterie boards, wings and other tasty pub snacks. \u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jeeters-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jeeters-5.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jeeters-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jeeters-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jeeters-5-624x416.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of Kennywood<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Carousel Burger Co.<\/em><\/strong>, a new all-American restaurant commemorating Kennywood\u2019s historic past in the park\u2019s original Merry-Go-Round pavilion will provide a bigger and better dining experience featuring juicy burgers, delectable milkshakes and much more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carousel-Burger-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carousel-Burger-4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carousel-Burger-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carousel-Burger-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Carousel-Burger-4-624x416.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of Kennywood<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Other parkwide improvements are getting the final touches as opening day approaches.\u00a0<strong><em>Wacky Wheel<\/em><\/strong>, the park\u2019s 100-year-old miniature Ferris Wheel, has been completely reimagined and is ready to take the little ones for a birds-eye view of\u00a0<em>Kiddieland\u00a0<\/em>this upcoming season. Plus, the park\u2019s largest retail space, the\u00a0<strong><em>Lost Kennywood Gift Shop<\/em><\/strong>, is undergoing a complete makeover and will offer delicious sweet treats and park souvenirs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Wacky-Wheel-restoration.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Wacky-Wheel-restoration.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Wacky-Wheel-restoration-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Wacky-Wheel-restoration-624x832.jpeg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of Kennywood<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The fun continues as summer kicks into full gear starting Memorial Day weekend with unique entertainment and special events, including;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The fan-favorite&nbsp;<strong><em>Bites and Pints Food &amp; Drink Festival&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>returns beginning Memorial Day Weekend and runs every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout June;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All-new&nbsp;<strong><em>Celebrate Pittsburgh<\/em><\/strong>, every Saturday and Sunday in July, Kennywood will celebrate everything that makes the Steel City a special place to live and play by putting Pittsburgh on display, from arts and culture to sports and beer. Plus, the entire family can join in a high-energy dance party around the Lagoon with a live DJ every night of the event;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kennywood\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>first ever drone show&nbsp;<\/strong>will wow guests on Saturday, July 20 during the&nbsp;<strong><em>Celebrate Pittsburgh&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>event;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Celebrate America&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>will be back for July 4th, plus summer wraps up with the&nbsp;<strong><em>Fall Fantasy Parades<\/em><\/strong>; and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Phantom Fall Fest&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong><em>Holiday Lights&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>will return during the fall and winter seasons, bigger and better than ever.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This season will elevate the Kennywood experience guests know and love with the all-new&nbsp;<strong><em>Potato Smash<\/em><\/strong>, new dining options, extended hours and more days to enjoy the park. Daily summer operation begins Memorial Day weekend and will feature night rides with select 10 p.m. closes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests will not want to miss a moment of all the thrills and fun at a&nbsp;<strong><em>USA Today 10Best Theme Park&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>and the full season lineup of events throughout the entire year with Season Passes&nbsp;on sale&nbsp;for up to $30 off select passes. A Season Pass provides the best way to visit the park, offering unlimited admission, discounts on food and retail, Bring a Friend Day discounts and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about Kennywood and to purchase Season Passes and park tickets, visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/kennywood.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">kennywood.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Press Release from Kennywood<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1338,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"quote","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[109],"tags":[44],"class_list":["post-1337","post","type-post","status-publish","format-quote","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-press-releases","tag-kennywood","post_format-post-format-quote"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1337","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1337"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1337\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1346,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1337\/revisions\/1346"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1338"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1337"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1337"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themeparkarchive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1337"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}