New Jersey amusement park’s new roller coaster opening soon

New Jersey amusement park’s new roller coaster opening soon

JACKSON, NJ. (WHTM) – An amusement park in New Jersey is celebrating its 50th season with the opening of a brand-new rollercoaster.

Six Flags Great Adventure will debut its 15th coaster, THE FLASH: Vertical Velocity, on opening day, May 23.

The ride is the first Super Boomercan coaster in North America and will launch riders at speeds of almost 60 mph forwards and backwards. The coaster also features a 180-degree twisted drop and zero-g roll.

“. . . We will debut our 15th roller coaster, the first-of-its-kind in the Western Hemisphere; and the most unique overnight experience in the country within our 350-acre safari,” said Park President Brian Bacica.

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Other rides like The Giant Wheel and Saw Mill Log Flume will also be receiving updates to enhance guest experience.

The park will be celebrating it’s 50th anniversary with special events on weekends and select dates from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The celebrations will include new entertainment, enhanced attractions, and nostalgic moments around the park.

<em>Courtesy of Six Flags Great Adventure</em>
Courtesy of Six Flags Great Adventure

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