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^ Doubtful. I'm willing to say that the Maxx Pass/Plus aren't on sale since they're chain-wide and they're not sure of the details yet.

It's funny... I remember WAY back in the PKIG days when everyone was so upset that they made Fearfest free because they didn't like dealing with the crowds...

On that same note, I doubt people's speculation that MaxxPass holders will be getting in free is true at all. That would accomplish... nothing....

Absolutely brilliant. I'd be FAR more excited about seeing some sort of return on Phantom Theatre than even getting the greatest coaster on earth. I really wish the market would dictate that. It would be neat to have a dark ride in Coney Mall that had the look and feel of a classic but the techonology of today. That would be a dream come true.

Huh...just because one park gets a coaster doesnt mean the other parks are on the chopping block!?!? You're right. You can't have a BIG year every year... and even the years that aren't big for you are typically big for someone else (parents with kids, waterpark lovers, flat ride fans). Just wait... KI will have their day to shine.. sooner than later. Ryan

I have no idea what you're talking about... I mean, I can kind of see your point about Club Blood... but still overall.. I don't get it....

I would be fine with that too. I don't really do the haunted attractions but I just love the atmosphere of the park at night during the Holloween season. Again, the possibilities are endless....

I think this is a great thing to point out.....the fact that the show is being produced "in-house "by the Entertainment Department. In fact...most of everything being done this year, including all the new decorations, re-themes, and new haunts are actually being done by Kings Island's staff. Contrary to what the press release would have you believe.....Knott's Berry Farm actaully has very little to do with the changes to this year's event.....except of course for the name. You're absolutely right. But they're also trying to bring the event up to the "calibur" of Knott's Scary Farm, which is certainly a good thing.

You're probably right. Then again, there are some HOT days in August and I've noticed that KI is typically less busy when it's over 95 degrees barring outside factors.

Hate to be "that guy" who brings this up, but has anyone heard if it was supposed to have a significant amount of 'air time'?

That's another decision that has to be made. The UNOFFICIAL word on the street is that they may pull an '00 and close and reopen the park. But that is NOT confirmed. I'd recommend everyone going into "wait and see" mode before getting worked up. I think you're understanding this more than most people. IF Halloween Haunt is an upcharge, you people will benefit the most out of it. Rather than having to fight through ridiculous crowds, you can drop just a few bucks and enjoy most, if not all of the haunts. Not to mention that there will be MORE haunts, a great show (written and produced by our good friend Kevin Brunck) and a whole new level of terror!

Again, it has NOT been announced that it was going to be an upcharge. Any official word will come likely after Labor Day. But you're right -- for a few bucks, I'd be very willing to get a better event with smaller crowds.

This is on the main page, but I realize that most users don't look at it anymore. I was asked to remind the fine folks of KIC that the park will be closed to the public and passholders from August 27th to the 31st. Also, don't forget that if you want to bring friends and family to the park over labor day weekend, discount tickets are available from PKI.com for only $24.95!

The ride strikes me as one that's not very impressive in the POV format, but will be one wild ride in person.

Up until just a few days ago, on the calendar on PKI.com, if you clicked on the operating days for October, it would say Fearfest. Under the Fearfest info on the site, it would report that it was free with park admission. Of course, that was Fearfest, this is Halloween Haunt which is a far far more evil event...

It will be on the site in the near future. I know Bill put it on YouTube a few years ago, but the site seems to be down or I'd link you. There's all sorts of.... stuff from that part of the event which may go public soon.

$26 Million? Wasn't Dragster only $25? This had better be good....

Labor Day Weekend Ticket Offer Available at PKI.com Last chance to experience annual summer tradition September 1-3 Kings Island, Ohio – Labor Day weekend is the last chance to experience a day of family summer fun at Kings Island. An exclusive online discount offer of just $24.95 at www.PKI.com provides one final opportunity to enjoy the 85 world-class rides and attractions, including 14 roller coasters, the award-winning Nickelodeon Universe children’s area, 15-acre water park and outstanding family musical productions. Labor Day weekend is also the last chance in 2007 to experience Boomerang Bay which offers more than 50 water activities including: 30 water slides, tropical lagoons, rushing rivers, surfable waves and three family activity areas. Boomerang Bay is free with park admission. Kings Island is open Labor Day weekend Saturday, September 1 and Sunday, September 2 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Monday, September 3 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Labor Day weekend tickets for just $24.95 can be purchased now by logging onto www.PKI.com. Kings Island is closed to the public and all Season Passholders from Tuesday, September 4 through Saturday, September 22.

Please direct your attention to the above link. Closing...

And again, many thanks for putting on the event. What date can I circle in this here 2008 calendar. Hopefully it won't be a 100 degree August day again. lol

There will be changes to the pass program. Likely the same template will be used, but things will be 'simplified'. More details on that as they develop.

Actually, it should flatline money-wise. Per capita spending is a little over $40/head per the last quarter. Having say, 10,000 people pay a small fee as well as their typical spending in the park should equal out to 30,000 miserable people not paying a fee plus their typical spending.

You're absolutely right. I mean, how much is just ONE haunted house anymore? $15? Also, I think you may have overestimated on one of your figures, Mr. hauntguy. Can't say more.

I'm telling you people... whatever they do is in the interest of the guest experience. They aren't trying to do the 'ol bait and switch. I understand your frusteration, but again, please wait until you see some photos and read the trip reports before deciding if you're going to pay the upcharge (if there is one).

I can understand why initially it looks really bad, but trust me, they're doing this for you. They're not just trying to get a couple of extra bucks from their passholders. In the past few years, there have been numerous complaints that peoples' Fearfest experience wasn't what it should be because they had to wait for several hours for different attractions, and they only got to do one or two attractions. This way, you can have a much more enjoyable experience.