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21 and Colder becomes the Tenth Avenue Freeze Out Bar. That’s just one opinion. I’m well under that age and love Springsteen. Also, a biopic hitting theaters in a few weeks about him. Many care, still.

By the looks of it, I’d guess it’s a surprise, ground up RMC Son of Beast revival.

Outside of BBoBH today. Nothing crazy, but still cool to see. Crazy this is even happening.

The line will certainly be twice as long thanks to Paramount massacring the capacity by removing every other ride vehicle. All of that for Phantom to make a comeback. Ha.

Glad this Coney classic still has life in it! Only ride at the park I’ve never been on. I’m not crazy on spinning, but wanna take my kid on it when’s she’s tall enough. Might’ve been easier to just ditch this one given the state of the chain currently. We’re lucky. Brand new revival of a classic dark ride next year and continued dedication to keeping things running. Can’t complain when other parks are experiencing some intense merger growing pains.

But is it on the meal plan?

I’ve been thinking about some of the old props that we still see from time to time. Garbonzo’s canon, the sarcophagus, and the organ were used in the stage show. The furnace is used in Slsughterhouse. I wonder if any will return?

I think they’re decals that can be peeled off. Not sure, though.

How’s that Madhouse in the Crypt building shaping up for ‘26?

Looks like the gang is here to stay. (Vince Guaraldi’s work outside of the Peanuts is worth getting into if you dig jazz.)

I believe when the ride (re)opened, our Boocifer animatronic had some kind of smoke effect too.

This is utterly surreal to see. Fantastic.

I definitely remember them being around. Maybe behind Delirium? Might’ve been the old antique cars. I’d guess they were used for parts since ‘03? Might be why they’ve seemingly vanished?

Do the extra ride vehicles still? I know two were put in front of the KI Theater for the encore show.

Crazy! My wife and I made it on in about a half hour (80 min posted wait). Good to see this one getting a proper send off. Been on the PT train since the ride closed in ‘02 and was at the opening for Scooby, but I won’t lie. Little sad to see this one go, but am thrilled for what’s coming.

As if this couldn’t get better. Thank you for sharing!

Oh, my 5/3 card is gonna hear about this.

May I suggest the “Phantom Cone” for 2026.

Just what could happen with that queue area alone… This can be really special.

It’s funny, I literally found this site and started posting here because of desire to see this ride return. And here it is. Wow.

https://www.visitkingsisland.com/blog/2025/august/phantom-theater-opening-nightmare-coming-in-2026 “Along the way, the enchanted opera boxes travel through fully built dimensional scenes, including backstage areas, haunted hallways, dressing rooms and a fiery boiler room as they meet other performers who are ready to take the stage. From animatronic forms of Houdelini and The Great Garbanzo to Hilda Bovine and Lionel Burymore, the Phantom Theater’s beloved crew returns, getting caught in the chaos while guests simultaneously search for the ghost notes. New surprises await guests around every corner, including the introduction of Arpeggio, Maestro’s furry feline friend.“

Here we go… https://www.instagram.com/reel/DN5rm8RAaGi/?igsh=aHYzbHF0ejFidDUz

Been up since 6 checking. Ha.

According to the parks Instagram story with a countdown, a bit after 10:00 AM.

I’m going to take a wild guess and say Haunt lantern display,