August 16 is one of the biggest day's for the amusement and theme parks because it's National Roller Coaster Day, a day to get out and celebrate the excitement of riding a roller coaster!
Did You Know? The Diamondback Roller Coaster at Kings Island in Mason, Ohio is 230 ft. tall, which puts up there among the tallest coaster in the United States!
Kings Island is celebrating National Roller Coaster Day by offering card-carrying members of the American Coaster Enthusiasts 30 minutes of exclusive ride time after the park closes at night on the world's longest wooden roller coaster, The Beast, and Mystic Timbers. Check out the news on the Kings Island website, where you can order your tickets and join the fun on National Roller Coaster Day!
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As a Photo Journalist and Travel Writer for USA Travel Magazine, I have covered many events and destinations throughout the U.S. These events range from vacation destinations, thrills at theme parks, to piercing and tattoo competitions. Large or small festivals, to local attractions, culture and arts to historic sites, and recreation , I believe every destination has a hidden treasures to be discovered. Let's share yours!
