American Coaster Enthusiasts

American Coaster Enthusiasts Founded July 15, 1978, American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE), a non-profit with over 7,000 members!

Welcome to the official Facebook of American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE), the world's largest organization of amusement ride enthusiasts. ACE was founded in 1978 as a not-for-profit, all volunteer organization to foster and promote the conservation, appreciation, knowledge and enjoyment of the art of the classic wooden roller coaster and the contemporary steel coaster. Our organization has grown fro

m a handful of members to over 7,000 members representing all 50 states, DC, and 12 countries. We publish a bimonthly online newsletter and a quarterly printed magazine for our members. ACE also hosts several events at parks each year, including Coaster Con, our annual convention -- an event that typically has a duration of six days and celebrates all things roller coaster -- there is truly no other event like it in the world! If you love the thrill of the twists, turns, drops and loops of a roller coaster, this organization (and this Facebook) is for you!

ACE Preservation Conference has kicked off in Oregon with a magical visit to Enchanted Forest.🌲✨️The morning featured ER...
09/04/2026

ACE Preservation Conference has kicked off in Oregon with a magical visit to Enchanted Forest.🌲✨️

The morning featured ERT on Ice Mountain Bobsled Roller Coaster, Big Timber Log Ride and the park's interactive dark ride, Challenge of Mondor. Another highlight of the day was when the ACE Northwest Team presented a plaque honoring the late Roger Tofte and shared a brief history of this remarkable man who created Enchanted Forest.

ACEers then enjoyed a hilarious original production of Pinocchio before spending the afternoon exploring the rest of this charming park.

Learn more about Roger Tofte’s life and legacy in an upcoming issue of RollerCoaster! Magazine, featuring extensive research and interviews with his daughters and extended family by Sean Randall.

📸: Tim Baldwin, Jessica Gardner, John Niehaus, Derek Perry, Doug Perry and Jill Ryan

Selva Mágica has announced that sadly, it will be closing after 38 years of operation. Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, ...
09/02/2026

Selva Mágica has announced that sadly, it will be closing after 38 years of operation. Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, the Mexican amusement park has been home to six coasters, including Titán, which originally operated at Boblo Island and the Schwarzkopf Bullet.

📸: Derek Perry

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift officially opens September 16 at Universal Studios Hollywood!
08/31/2026

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift officially opens September 16 at Universal Studios Hollywood!

Opening September 16, 2026. 4 launches. 3 inversions. 360° rotations. This is Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift!

08/29/2026

Check out this POV of MonteZOOMa: The Forbidden Fortress at Knott's Berry Farm and did you know you can actually own a piece of the original Montezooma’s Revenge track? Pieces are currently available for purchase at the Jaguar! Relief Cart in Fiesta Village. It's such a cool piece of theme park history to take home! 🛕🎢

Put your hand up if you'll be joining ACE Northwest for the post Preservation Conference event at the Washington State F...
08/27/2026

Put your hand up if you'll be joining ACE Northwest for the post Preservation Conference event at the Washington State Fair on Sunday, September 6!

Scones & Screams!: Preservation in Puyallup will include a history presentation, informal takeovers on rides including the ACE Roller Coaster Landmark Classic Coaster and an opportunity to support the ACE Preservation Fund through purchasing delicious Fisher Scones, an iconic fair staple!

Registration closes on Friday, August 28 at ridewithace.com/events

📸: Tim Baldwin and Mac Rush

Enchanted Parks has released the new name of Six Flags St. Louis!The Missouri park will now be known as Mid America Adve...
08/27/2026

Enchanted Parks has released the new name of Six Flags St. Louis!

The Missouri park will now be known as Mid America Adventure. Who's coming to ACE Coaster Con in June 2027 at the park?!

08/26/2026

Today, we remember and celebrate the incredible Dolly Parton. Her talent, generosity and joy have touched generations of fans, including so many in ACE.

One of our favorite memories is when Dolly surprised us with a special performance exclusively for ACEers during Coaster Con 35 at Dollywood in 2012. What an unforgettable moment!

We’d love to hear from you; share your favorite memories of Dolly or a special moment at Dollywood you’ve experienced along the way. 🦋

🎥: texcoaster

08/25/2026

The world has lost an icon.

From her legendary music career to her philanthropy and commitment to family fun, Dolly Parton brought joy to generations. Her impact on the world is impossible to overlook.

Through Dollywood, she created one of the country’s most beloved theme parks and a lasting part of her legacy.

Our thoughts are with everyone at Dollywood and all those who knew and loved Dolly. We’re grateful for everything she gave the world. ❤️

Six Flags Announces Corporate Headquarters Relocation to Arlington, TexasCHARLOTTE, N.C. (August 25, 2026) – Six Flags E...
08/25/2026

Six Flags Announces Corporate Headquarters Relocation to Arlington, Texas

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (August 25, 2026) – Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator, today announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from Charlotte, N.C., to its current offices in Arlington, Texas in 2027.

The Arlington headquarters will serve as the primary hub for the company's corporate leadership and shared business functions. Choctaw Stadium has served as a corporate office since 2020 and is currently home to a portion of the company's corporate workforce. The relocation is expected to be completed by March 2027.

Six Flags’ return to the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex reflects its continued evolution, and positions the company in a central location to more efficiently support its network of 34 amusement and water parks and nine resorts across North America. Arlington’s proximity to the company’s five Texas parks brings leadership closer to many of its operations, while the city’s robust transportation access, dynamic business environment and location within one of the nation's premier entertainment and tourism districts makes it an ideal home for the company’s headquarters.

“Arlington is an outstanding location for our headquarters and supports our long-term vision for growth," said John Reilly, president and CEO of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation. "Its central location and business-friendly environment make it a strong base for our company. Bringing our corporate teams together in the office will improve collaboration, strengthen our culture, enhance support for our parks and resorts, and help us continue delivering exceptional experiences for guests across North America. We are grateful to the City of Arlington and local leaders for their partnership and support, and we are committed to contributing to the community’s growth and success.”

Arlington also holds a special place in the company's history as the home of Six Flags Over Texas, which opened in 1961. While the relocation decision is grounded in strategic business considerations, it also reconnects the company with the community where the Six Flags legacy began more than six decades ago.

"Arlington is a vibrant entertainment district where the Six Flags story began. With our office just next door to Six Flags Over Texas, one of our premier parks, we enable our leadership to have a meaningful on-the-ground presence at the park and greater connectivity to all five of our Texas properties," Reilly said.

“We are deeply grateful to our Charlotte-based and shared services team members whose dedication, passion and expertise have helped shape our company," Reilly added. "Their contributions have been invaluable, and we are committed to supporting them throughout this transition with respect, transparency and care. Many team members will have the opportunity to relocate to Arlington and continue helping drive our success into the future."

The company will continue to have an office in Sandusky, Ohio.

Registration ends tomorrow for ACE Preservation Conference 2026! Don't miss out on the add-on event at Enchanted Forest ...
08/21/2026

Registration ends tomorrow for ACE Preservation Conference 2026! Don't miss out on the add-on event at Enchanted Forest on September 3 plus a visit to Oaks Park in Oregon and Washington's Wild Waves for the park's final season. Register today at ridewithace.com

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