Exactly five decades after opening its gates for the first time on April 29, 1972, guests arrived at Kings Island today to be part of its 50th anniversary. Thousands were on hand to take part in the celebration which included a proclamation from the State of Ohio presented by Lt. Governor Jon Husted and remarks from individuals who have helped shape Kings Island’s history. Watch the full ceremony here: https://bit.ly/38Fgsmt #KI50 | Kings Island

On July 10, 1978, #KingsIsland announced it had secretly begun construction on a new coaster- it would later become known as The Beast! In 1979, it opened as the world's tallest, fastest AND longest wooden coaster! | Kings Island

48 YEARS AGO: Kings Island opened its gates to the public for the first time in 1972 What did the park look like when it opened? Take a nostalgic trip back in time: https://bit.ly/3bPO5hW | WLWT

This isn't the Haunt you know; it's a Haunt like you've never seen before. Prepare for an entirely new level of fear with our terrifying new maze, Order of the Dragon, and the Conjuring: Beyond Fear experience. We've also enhanced all your favorite scare zones and haunted mazes to be more terrifying than ever. We'll see you at Halloween Haunt presented by SNICKERS® this Friday, September 19... if you dare. Haunted Mazes are a premier attraction not included with park admission. For access, purch