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Sort of. As far as Sleepy Hollow went, it essentially took up all of Rivertown and contained two "mazes" and one scare zone. I wouldn't say it had any direct link to the Tim Burton film aside from the obvious theme. I actually really enjoyed the whole area quite a bit. I do think they had some sort of Friday the 13th themed show in the then Paramount Theatre at one point.

Finally, someone who gets it. Thank you. Agree 100%.

Let's make that happen. I'm actually headed there tomorrow.

A good model train display would be a welcome addition in my book.

Very impressed. Had a great time on Saturday and enjoyed the new setup (and driving by the lighthouse/landing). Plan on visiting again!

The current state of the glockenspiel should be considered a crime. Edit: I'll be constructive instead of just complaining. I think the following could bring a much need facelift for Oktoberfest. 1. The Festhaus- Rip out the crappy, overpriced cafeteria food and replace it edible, overpriced German style cuisine. Have you ever been to the Hofbrauhaus in Newport, KY on a weekend? The place is packed and it's wonderful. A very entertaining and different experience featuring good beer, delicious food, and live German music. This could be the seemingly absent sit down restaurant in Kings Island's food lineup. This would require serious management and training in order for it to be successful. But with the current state of things... Eh. Who knows. Also, as noted above, give the building some TLC and restore the glockenspiel. Sheesh. Show a little pride. 2. Hanks Burrito Hack (err... Shack.)- One of the great mysteries of the universe is why Kings Island seems hell bent on dropping restaurants in Oktoberfest that have nothing to do with Oktoberfest. I mean you have Chinese, Mexican, and so forth. But no German food. It's like walking around the World Showcase at Epcot and except it's not because it's horrible. This would be a prime location for a nice German style bakery that could sell baked goods and pretzels that weren't warmed in a microwave earlier in the week and left in one of those spiny glass cases. 3. The *whoever sponsors it* Beir Garden- This wouldn't need too much of a change. Just keep a nice rotation of beers going with a nice menu of shareable German inspired appetizers and items from the above mentioned bakery. 4. Flat Ride Expansion - Time to say bye to the Slingshot and hello to a big ol' Ferris Wheel with an awe inspiring lighting package. On the chopping block next would be the ladder game. Replace that with a mild to medium, family friendly flat ride with a festive German theme. If this would requires sacrificing the Coney Mall Basketball Challenge, I won't lose sleep. 5. Adventure Express - I think AE is the most underrated coaster in the park. It deserves some love. As much as I enjoy the original ride concept (purely due to nostalgia) I'd be fine if the ride was re-themed and updated because it really needs it. It could be as simple as, "Black Forest Adventure Express." The existing architecture could be updated to reflect a more German/Barvarian feel as well as the tunnel theming. I don't think you'd have to go to crazy to make it work. It would just be nice to see the ride get some TLC and reflect its former glory. 6. Music and Atmosphere - Simple. German music and cool light packages, Maybe have some kind of interactive light show with the pond, fountain, and the (hypothetical) Ferris Wheel. Thats all, Folks!

Very excited to check this out this weekend!

Hopefully a much needed shift in quality!

We all know? They "have" to? Echoing a past poster... I learn the darnest things here.

I'd like to echo these concerns. I hope that in addition to the (potential) smokehouse they also revamp food service as a whole.

A Target by where I work already has lights out. It doesn't bother me too much: I think there's a practicality in purchasing a lot of Christmas stuff before Christmas.

It'd be a logistical nightmare as far capacity is concerned, but I'd have to go with a Ferris Wheel as well. Oh, and dark rides! I'll also echo the cries for the return of an Antique Cars type ride.

After a handful of awful food related experiences this year, the only time I eat in the park is when there are food trucks. I love this idea.

My favorite part about (most) visits to the park is leaving my phone in the car.

If it were to happen, I'd love to see them retain much of the Tower Gardens area as it is now. It would be quite the experience to cruise by the Carousel, under the tower, etc. It deserves to be more than a glorified smoking area (not an attack on smokers, just the use of the area). Here's to hoping that this could become something special and not a mediocre, overpriced cafeteria!

His comments are also very interesting in regards to those who have convinced themselves of the "inevitable" Giga being built in the DA area. Even when pressed for details about what the space could be used for he emphasizes the trail itself, the natural setting, etc. It sounds like that could potentially reused in the future in some capacity. A lot of exciting things ahead, I'm sure!

Man, oh man. How I miss Swan Lake/old Rivertown.

Got a chance to check it out last time I was up there. Super cool.

This gets me excited!

l stumbled across this recently on eBay and wanted them as display pieces. The pin I'm told is from the 1940's and the cup and saucer set is from the 1960's. Figure some of you might like to take a look!

I always figured the bulk of the layout was back towards the parking lot. I had no idea. Regardless, I love Stricker's Grove train and would really like to see something like that at the park.

I think something along the lines of the CI&LC Railroad would be a welcomed and successful addition to Coney's lineup. Obviously with the parking lot it would be built elsewhere. But really. That would be rad.

A holiday overlay is something they could do in house that wouldn't require any changes to the ride itself. I can't imagine it would be difficult to decorate the existing scenes and call it a day. Although, I really like the looks of that specific Sally attraction.

For Winterfest '05 there were rumblings about Scooby Doo and the Haunted Castle receiving a "Christmas Caper" makeover, but that never came to be. So if I were a betting man I'd say that Boo Blasters won't as well, although I'd love to see it happen. I can't imagine it would be too terribly difficult.

These Halloween events always bring out the best in everyone!