SonofBaconator Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 In 2026, the United States will be hosting the FIFA World Cup, which hasn’t happened since the 90s. At one point Cincinnati was on the ballot to be a host city but ultimately we were scratched. With that being said, if Cincinnati were to have gotten the go-ahead to be a host city, would KI have gotten a coaster to take a vantage of the event to boost attendance for that season? It’s possible that we might already be getting a coaster in 2026, but my question is, do you think outside events like the World Cup could influence a chain’s decision on which parks to invest in for a particular season? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OverlandTaxis30 Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 Has such a thing happened before? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeastFarmer Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 I don't think so. In 2-3 years it will be forgotten. A special event..think the grand carnivale of soccer, would probably be the ticket. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver2005 Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 Kings Island would do a Reds or Bengals themed ride before a soccer theme. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted July 14, 2023 Author Share Posted July 14, 2023 10 minutes ago, silver2005 said: Kings Island would do a Reds or Bengals themed ride before a soccer theme. Not a soccer theme. What I’m saying is Cedar Fair planning to give their parks a new attraction at the same time a huge event is happening in the metropolitan area. To give you another example. Let’s say it’s announced that the World’s Fair is coming to Toronto in 2027. Do you think Cedar Fair would take advantage of this and chose 2027 to be the year they give Wonderland a new coaster since they know that region is going to see a lot of people already? Basically planning your asset installations based off of local events in attempt to get the most attendance possible for that season. You’re already planning on giving your parks rides, you’re just planning them a little bit more strategically. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bansheelover Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 8 minutes ago, SonofBaconator said: Not a soccer theme. What I’m saying is Cedar Fair planning to give their parks a new attraction at the same time a huge event is happening in the metropolitan area. To give you another example. Let’s say it’s announced that the World’s Fair is coming to Toronto in 2027. Do you think Cedar Fair would take advantage of this and chose 2027 to be the year they give Wonderland a new coaster since they know that region is going to see a lot of people already? Basically planning your asset installations based off of local events in attempt to get the most attendance possible for that season. You’re already planning on giving your parks rides, you’re just planning them a little bit more strategically. I had heard a rumor (twitter maybe) that is why Worlds of Fun got the Zinger, and might be getting some more improvements before Kansas City hosts the World Cup for multiple weeks in 2026. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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