The Beast under construction in 1978. 
New Kids on the Block band member Donnie Wahlberg (front seat, right) takes a ride on the new Diamondback roller coaster at Kings Island on Saturday. The Dorchester, Massachusetts native’s background also includes feature films and television and is notably recognized in his roles in the Saw films.
Cincinnati native Justin Margeson challenges the waves on the Pipeline Paradise in Boomerang Bay at Kings Island on Wednesday. The 15-acre water park features more than 50 water activities including 30 water slides, tropical lagoons, rushing rivers, surfable waves, 36,000 square-foot wave pool, three family activity areas and careening waterfalls surrounded by lush landscaping. Boomerang Bay is included free with Kings Island park admission.
Flashback: Totally 80's is back by popular demand! Get in the groove and travel back to the days when it was hip to be square! Our singers and dancers pay tribute to leg warmers, mullets, Rubik's Cube and the songs that defined a decade in this music revue. The 25-minute show takes place in the International Showplace Theatre. Show times are 2:00, 3:00, 5:00, 6:00 daily (except Tuesdays).
Diamondback graces the cover of the June issue of ACE News, the official newsletter of the American Coaster Enthusiasts. The 3-page article, written by ACE member Mark Davidson, includes nine great photos and is a must read by all Diamondback fans!
Thirty-five years ago the late, great legendary high-wire acrobat Karl Wallenda set a world record at Kings Island. Last year, Rick Wallenda, grandson of Karl Wallenda, surpassed his grandfather’s famous feat with a world-record skywalk. This year another Wallenda high-wire walk will take place at Kings Island August 16, as Nik Wallenda, a grandson of Karl Wallenda, will take thrills and chills to new heights with a high-wire walk that will be more amazing than the two before!
You have seen him on the hit TV shows “Inked” and “Tattoo Highway”. Now, legendary tattoo artist Thomas Pendleton is coming to Kings Island Saturday, June 27.
Bengals safety Roy Williams (front seat on the left) took a ride on the new Diamondback roller coaster Tuesday at Kings Island. Williams, known as one of the hardest hitters in the NFL, made four Pro Bowl appearances in his seven seasons with the Dallas Cowboys prior to signing with the Bengals in March.
T-shirts, hats, glassware, mugs and much more, all displaying the awesome Beast logo, are available in the new DB Trading Post gift shop in Rivertown, including 30th anniversary Beast souvenir items and apparel.
Endless Summer on Ice is now playing in the Kings Island Theater. Come join us we celebrate Summer Fun and more! You don't want to miss this amazing ice-skating display that will excite and entertain the entire family. Note: Endless Summer is off on Wednesdays.
Have you tried to the Pork BBQ Sandwich, Saratoga chips w/BBQ sauce and Roasted Corn on the Cob at Fontana Bistro on International Street?
Cincinnati Bengals kicker Shayne Graham (front left) takes a ride on Diamondback Saturday during his visit to Kings Island.
The County Line makes its 2009 season debut today in the Festhaus. This popular show features the songs of all your favorite country stars including Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley and Rascal Flatts. Show times are 11:30, 12:30, 2:00 and 3:00.
Kings Island is extending park hours until midnight on the following dates: July 4, 11, 18, 25 and August 1.
We apologize but due to the inclement weather, Boomerang Bay Water Park will not open today (Thursday, June 4). Kings Island remains open today until 8:00pm.
Nearly 42 million guests have ridden the Wild Thornberry's River Adventure since the ride opened with the park as the Kings Mills Log Flume in 1972. After a one-year sabbatical for refurbishing, the ride re-opened in 2001 under it's current name. The ride operated from 1968 to 1971 at Coney Island.
