Kings Dominion
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The last time I was there, took the nephews when they were little, about 15 years ago or so.... It was a walking, screaming, trashed Ghetto with long lines.
I wouldn't bet on it being better now.
Chaperones required after 4pm for 15 and younger.
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Kings Dominion adds chaperone policy for guests under 15
The theme park is issuing a new chaperone policy requiring guests ages 15 and younger to be accompanied by an adult 21 years old from 4 p.m. until the park closes. The policy comes from incidents of unruly and inappropriate behavior in the park in recent years.
Grumpy
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Probably 30 yrs ago for me and it was the same as your experience.
I'm sure THAT is gonna make a difference.Chaperones required after 4pm for 15 and younger.
Kings Dominion adds chaperone policy for guests under 15
The theme park is issuing a new chaperone policy requiring guests ages 15 and younger to be accompanied by an adult 21 years old from 4 p.m. until the park closes. The policy comes from incidents of unruly and inappropriate behavior in the park in recent years.
About 40 years ago. Some minority boy band was due to perform that day. We took one look into the park and decided we'd go spend our money elsewhere. No way in hell were we going to try to navigate pygmyland to wait in line with the fetid masses. Haven't been back since.
Busch Gardens might be an alternative. It used to be nicer than KD.
Plus, they'll probably be giving out free Bud Light.
It's been about 13 years for me. 8th grade graduation trip. No problems then. I think we had 11/12 kids and 5 parents. And we didn't stay after dark.
In the spirit of our newest member... why do you care?
DogWhisperer
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Went to Busch Gardens last weekend with free tickets for military. They were giving out free Bud Light to members and .50 per glass to non-members. Still no line. If you go to any of these parks it's best to go on a weekday. We made it through the lines pretty quickly and the fast pass cost more than it's worth IMO.
PeoplesElbow
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I knew one of the executives at an amusement park, he let me in on a secret, the weekend before the 4th of July weekend is the least busy weekend between Memorial Day and Labor Day. My lady and me like going in the fall, low crowds, cool and often good Halloween themed things going on.
AnthonyJames
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black dog
Free America
I would pick Hershey Park or Kings Island for a 2-3 day trip before Kings Dominion.
I put irrigation about 16 - 18 yrs ago in the Park Managers home to Six Flags, we talked about the demographics and she responded to go when school is still in session during the week.
She gave us about a dozen free tickets, I passed on the outing.
I put irrigation about 16 - 18 yrs ago in the Park Managers home to Six Flags, we talked about the demographics and she responded to go when school is still in session during the week.
She gave us about a dozen free tickets, I passed on the outing.
mitzi
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The Next time Slayer plays there I'll check with you to see if you want to go with me.
I want to go here.
Have fun!
AnthonyJames
R.I.P. My Brother Rick
Okay. I'm gonna call and see if I can get us tickets then.
Edited: Rats! It's this weekend and they're sold out! And it looked like every one was so proud too! I'm so sorry mitzi, how can I make it up to you?
Do we still have a date to see Pink Flamingos?
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mitzi
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Sure, I can't wait.
Clem72
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We used to take our kids during the first week of school. Was always a ghost town. Course this was on the west coast and back when kids still went to school. I assume results may vary in the DC/NOVA/Northern Maryland areas.