WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (KDKA) — The Steel Curtain at Kennywood will not open this season, the park announced Wednesday.
ride, Closed many times Last season will be suspended for a “major remodeling project,” the park said.
“We understand the frustration many of you are feeling by not being able to experience the Steel Curtain, and on behalf of our entire team, we want to share that frustration with you,” said Assistant General Manager Ricky Spicuzza. I will definitely share it with everyone.”
The park worked with third-party engineers and ride manufacturers to come up with a long-term solution that “increases reliability and longevity,” Spicuzza said. The ride will be closed for the season as the park works on that project.
“Our ultimate goal is to make sure that Steel Curtain will be part of every Kennywood experience once the attraction reopens,” Spicuzza said.
Although the Steel Curtain will not open during Coach Kennywood’s 126th season, Spicuzza said there is still much to look forward to. new potato smash bumper car. The Turtle, which closed early last season. A little TLC, but back to business as well. The Aero 360’s seats also received a new paint job.
On the vehicle, There’s a new bar In partnership with Penn Brewery and a new restaurant inside the park’s historic Carousel Pavilion.
When will Kennywood open?
Kennywood opens on April 20 and will be open Saturdays and Sundays through Memorial Day weekend, when it opens daily for the summer.
Popular events like Bites and Pints, Celebrate America, and Fall Fantasy Parades return this year, and the season concludes with Phantom Fall Fest and Holiday Lights. There will also be new events related to yingzer. The Celebrate Pittsburgh event in July will focus on the city’s arts, sports and heritage, the park said.
Kennywood’s sister parks, Idlewild and Soak Zone and Sandcastle, will open on May 18th and May 25th, respectively. This season will be his 35th at Sandcastle Water Park.