Hi everyone, I'm a long time lurker that rarely posts. My family is planning a trip to Kings Island for Friday, May 15th; and I am curious about a few things...

First, the forecast says that the high's only gonna be 54 degrees and that there's a 60% chance of rain. Can the rides be open in these conditions? If so, which ones? I haven't been to the park when it was raining since CF took over, and I don't know if their policies are any different. We don't mind getting a little wet or anything, but if nothing's going to be open, we'll reschedule.

Second, how bad do you guys think crowds will be on this day? It's a Math & Science day. I know it varies depending on the weather, how many groups are booked, etc., but does anyone have a general idea?

Third, we are thinking about getting season passes. When does season pass processing open? And, if possible, could we go straight to the Diamondback ERT after processing? We might not get there early enough for that, but I'd like to know just in case.

Fourth, our plan is to head straight to Diamondback once we get there, is the fastest way to get there by cutting through Nick U? Or is there a time of day when Diamondback lines are a lot shorter than usual?

Finally, and this may seem a bit off-topic after the other questions, but does anyone have any footage of Kings Island that I could use to make a music video? Video-editing is a big hobby of mine, and I'd like to make my friend a KI music video for his birthday, because he's a KI junkie like me, but unfortunately we do not have a video camera of our own. Anyone who could contribute would be a big help, and I'd be happy to give you credit.

I'd really appreciate any help I could get from you guys, and sorry for such a long post!

The forecast for next Friday is a high of 77 and a low of 55. Forecast

I think 54 is the forecast 'low' for that day.

[edit] Oops Sk8tr beat me to it. sorry...

Wow, really? The site I check for the weather says a high of 54 and a low of 50. Thanks for telling me!

Math-Science Day?

PACKED.

Until they leave, which they start doing around 5 or so. Usually by 7 or so, most are long gone. Just a thought....

I was there for a Math/Science Day last week, and it wasn't really that bad at all. I don't know if that's usual or not, though.

Economy=Lessor kids going to these events due to the price my schools Mens and Women's Choirs are going to KI with only half there members due to the price and not my opinion some kids just don't like Kings Island.

A lot of trips are being cancelled. Cedar Fair's group sales are down. Season pass sales are down. This will doubtless be reflected overall at most of the parks. But on any given day at any given park, maybe...maybe not.

well, i would give it try, Fridays are usually when you can get walk ons on Diamondback, but i would wait until after 4. if you plan on going the whole day, then you will be fine and should be able to ride everything you would like to.

I must say from opening day and the following weekend(Both Trips on Sat) went I went to KI the crowds were pretty low like that longest I have waited this whole 2 weekends was 30 min for Firehawk and it broke-down twice so like 10 min of it being broke down and both stations open so that did help a little.

Alright guys, thanks for all of your input! Maybe I'll try to stay all day and maybe catch one of these fabulous Diamondback night rides I keep hearing about!

Yes you have to get a night ride on Diamondback! They are Amazing!!

As far as the weather, it's still a little too early to know what's really going to happen a week from now. You will probably get a better idea of the weather around Tuesday of next week.

As far as Math & Science days at the park, they aren't too bad as long as you don't mind a bunch of rugrats running around. The good news is that most of them leave by 3 or 4. The park tries to open all the big rides first due to staffing issues, but if your favorite ride isn't open in the morning, it should open in the late afternoon when the local schools (Mason, Kings)start to dismiss and the park can get more of their employees in.