PKIFlyer Posted February 22, 2005 Posted February 22, 2005 I was just wondering, if Winterfest does return for 2005 when do you think PKI will make the annoucement? I for one feel that they could possibly wait until the end of summer to make an annoucement to boost 2006 season pass sales.
Captain Nemo Posted February 22, 2005 Posted February 22, 2005 I don't think it will happen but if they did sometime before or dering fearfest is when they would announce it.
FOF/Z 4-ever Posted February 22, 2005 Posted February 22, 2005 I keep seeing posts on winterfest. Did KI even say that they were thinking about bringing it back or is it just something that someone started around? You have to remember, winterfest went out when paramount bought the park. I doubt they would bring it back, otherwise, why would they have gotten ride of it? True, I do miss and wish they would bring it back, but doubt it.
Fo-Shame Posted February 23, 2005 Posted February 23, 2005 Well seeing how they are opening a big new ride this year and all I wouldn't make sense to promote the next thing until that one already has opened and had some time to set in. I'd say if they do it, look for early July, cause what would be better than a Christmas in July announcement for an event that happens around "Christmas time" (Yes, I know its "Winter" related, not just Christmas.)
familyman Posted February 23, 2005 Posted February 23, 2005 It's official...Winterfest will make its triumphant return ....â€Âwhen hell freezes over†..lol.. Come on I had to do it. No one on here has any clue. Just those who like to speculate and spread rumors like wildfire.
PKIFlyer Posted February 23, 2005 Author Posted February 23, 2005 Yes it is a rumor, thus the IF in the subject line. But higher ups from PKI have hinted at it, and it has been asked on a survey or two.
BoddaH1994 Posted February 23, 2005 Posted February 23, 2005 Although it is still a rumor, it has been hinted at a lot. I imagine a mid summer, probably August press release. They may announce it at the same time that they announce the new attraction. This is of course assuming that Winterfest is coming back and that there will be a new attraction next year....
FOF/Z 4-ever Posted February 23, 2005 Posted February 23, 2005 I have a source who just told me that they are really thinking about not doing fear feast this year, but do winterfest instead. So who knows, maybe they are really going to do it.
familyman Posted February 23, 2005 Posted February 23, 2005 I have a source who just told me that they are really thinking about not doing fear feast this year, but do winterfest instead. So who knows, maybe they are really going to do it. I seriously doubt they cancel Fear Fest. As I have said in the past Halloween is the second largest holiday. Haunted attractions bring in tons of revenue each year. The weather is pretty stable during October for the most part and all but the water rides can operate. And lets not forget about the added bonus of perks for people who buy season passes.
FOF/Z 4-ever Posted February 23, 2005 Posted February 23, 2005 I have a source who just told me that they are really thinking about not doing fear feast this year, but do winterfest instead. So who knows, maybe they are really going to do it. I seriously doubt they cancel Fear Fest. As I have said in the past Halloween is the second largest holiday. Haunted attractions bring in tons of revenue each year. The weather is pretty stable during October for the most part and all but the water rides can operate. And lets not forget about the added bonus of perks for people who buy season passes. As i said before, i dont think they are either, but i was just saying that i have a inside source that is reliable who told me that. I dont think they will, but who knows for sure.
Scooby_Doo Posted February 23, 2005 Posted February 23, 2005 I think winterfest will happen look toward late-summer while I could careless about FearFest I have been told that Fearfest this year will start early and end early so they can get up to speed on winterfest.
goodtimes Posted March 1, 2005 Posted March 1, 2005 If anyone's applied at the park lately, look at the availability paper in the app packet. They ask for your spring, summer, and WINTER availability. Last years app had no section to fill in for the winter. Shouldnt that tell u something? Maybe that this year is a 10 month season? Duh.
PKITerminal Posted March 3, 2005 Posted March 3, 2005 I just found out today that my department has budgeted me hours through December. Normally, my employment ends at the end of October. I'm pretty sure Winterfest is a go.
CoastersRZ Posted March 3, 2005 Posted March 3, 2005 Very interesting information! It certainly sounds like Winterfest may make its triumphant return in 2005! I personally hope they do bring it back. I think that the success The Beach has had with Holiday Fest over the past couple of seasons could be part of the reason they may bring it back. To try and capitalize on money in the month of Decemeber that would not normally be earmarked for KI but other holiday attractions like Festival of Lights and Holiday Fest. I also hope that they keep FearFest in some manner in October. Only time will tell if they are indeed bringing Winterfest back for sure in 2005.
thejoker8388 Posted March 6, 2005 Posted March 6, 2005 ^Wow, an insider that is a full time employee. I'm assuming though that showing pictures and stuff like that might be against your contract and possibly get you fired.
TRTR Guy Posted March 6, 2005 Posted March 6, 2005 "pkiridesmaint" be careful on what you say and take pictures of and post, don't want to jepordize your job.
TRTR Guy Posted March 6, 2005 Posted March 6, 2005 i also have some shots of in our shop yesterday putting together the ride trains tell me how to attach pictures and ill post some now! Send a Private message to either Dan, Dane, or Boddah1994
CoastersRZ Posted March 6, 2005 Posted March 6, 2005 Well it certainly seems like all signs are pointing to the return of Winterfest in 2005. Now the question becomes what happens to FearFest? A shorter FearFest perhaps? I for one will be glad if they bring back Winterfest!
PKIDelirium Posted March 6, 2005 Posted March 6, 2005 The PKI.com lists this for Fearfest: Fridays 6PM-midnight Saturdays 10AM-midnight Sunday 10am-9PM
BoddaH1994 Posted March 6, 2005 Posted March 6, 2005 The PKI.com lists this for Fearfest: Fridays 6PM-midnight Saturdays 10AM-midnight Sunday 10am-9PM Don't forget that PKI.com is still an unhealthy mix of info from the 2004 and 2005 seasons. Then again, Fearfest didn't happen on Fridays last year.
PKIDelirium Posted March 6, 2005 Posted March 6, 2005 That's true, but the operating calendar is correct. Although still no traces of Winterfest on it yet.
CoastersRZ Posted March 7, 2005 Posted March 7, 2005 Why would they start decorating the park now for Winterfest? Yes, the PKI site is a huge miz right now of information from 2004 and 2005. I wonder when they are updating the website. In the past couple of years they have had the gold pass holder perks online by this time.
familyman Posted March 7, 2005 Posted March 7, 2005 Why would they start decorating the park now for Winterfest? Yes, the PKI site is a huge miz right now of information from 2004 and 2005. I wonder when they are updating the website. In the past couple of years they have had the gold pass holder perks online by this time. I would agree. I know it would take some time to decorate. But it could be done in a timely manner. Doing so now would look ghetto and would harm some of the decorations due to the exposure to the elements. Besides who in there right mind wants to see winter stuff in the middle of the summer? I am so sick of winter at this point I would get sick if I went to my favorite park and had to look at winter stuff.
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