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Agreed Last year was my first visit in over 20 years and after winging it for 2 days - this opening weekend I think I will do a little more planning.

What exactly is 'always coming up pretty often'?

Not doubtful, last year preview day at CP had Ohio State Alumni there in the morning and they ALL stayed until closing. Extremely crowded.

I'll have to try that one, I tend to forego the carbonated options when walking around the parks on hot days. I also don't mind the raspberry tea from the concession stands when there is no free style station in sight.

Buyers remorse does set in - especially when there is no perceived cost. I have dumped out my poor decision and gone back or hit the next free style station within 15 minutes (and probably even under 5 minutes) but this is only anecdotal evidence. Drink on!

Thank you. Was a 5 minute refill window ever the published rule in previous years I wonder?

I can't seem to find that verbiage on the KI site. Can you provide a link? There was a distinction referenced earlier in this thread that may have a impact on which plan people purchase.

Interesting that the CP website says that there is a 15 minute wait between refills for BOTH the souvenir cup and season pass drink plan. The FAQ area https://www.cedarpoint.com/tickets-passes/drinks-dining

Hey folks, new member here. I assume a Platinum Pass is a Platinum Pass no matter where your home park is? In other words, preview night isn't somehow limited to just Gold and Platinum Passes purchased at KI - i'm hoping. Also, last year's preview night at Cedar Point was as busy as a Halloweekend because Ohio State alumni had a private event that same day and they stayed all night too. Does this type of thing happen at KI on preview day? Looking forward to bringing my 11 year old down for his second trip. I am a KI veteran from way back in the 70's - yes I remember the red double-decker buses as a kid taking us between the Inn and the front gates.