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Beloved CT Theme Park In Bristol/Southington To Have New Owner

Herschend plans to acquire Palace Entertainment's U.S. Theme parks, including Kennywood, Sandcastle, and Idlewild, as announced on March 18, 2025.
Herschend aims to create a smooth transition for employees and guests, stating, 'No immediate changes are planned for daily operations.'
Herschend CEO Andrew Wexler expressed commitment to 'building upon the strong foundation that Palace Entertainment has created,' indicating they will integrate the parks thoughtfully.
Adventureland Resort will also be included in the acquisition, and its adjacent hotel will close, transforming into employee housing.

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Staten Island Advance

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Dollywood owners buying beloved Pennsylvania amusement park

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Adventureland will soon be under new ownership

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Dollywood's Theme Park Family Just Added 20 Regional Attractions—What to Know

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Dollywood owners look to purchase beloved Pa. amusement park

The new owners said they want a smooth transition and are not planning any immediate changes at any of the parks.

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Dollywood parent company Herschend buys Kennywood, other Pennsylvania theme, water parks

WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — Kennywood Park is set to change hands under a new ownership deal announced Tuesday. Herschend, the world's largest family-owned themed attractions company, will acquire Palace Entertainment's

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Company that owns Dollywood is purchasing Kennywood, Sandcastle, and Idlewild Park

Kennywood, Sandcastle and Idlewild Park in the Pittsburgh, PA area will have new ownership. Herschend, the world’s largest family-owned themed attractions company, which owns Dollywood, has purchased Palace Entertainment's U.S. theme and water parks. Kennywood, , Sandcastle and Idlewild Park were part of the Palace Entertainment. “This year, we’re celebrating 75 years of bringing families closer together—and looking ahead to the next 75,” said A…

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