American Coaster Enthusiasts

The official account for American Coaster Enthusiasts. Dedicated to the preservation, promotion & enjoyment of amusement rides.
#RideWithACE

[Don Helbig @DonHelbig]

The newest roller coasters often grab the headlines, but some of America’s greatest thrills have stood the test of time.

Two iconic attractions at Seabreeze Amusement Park have just received prestigious national recognitionp from American Coaster Enthusiasts, celebrating more than a century of coaster history and preservation.

Find out why these legendary rides continue to earn their place among America’s must-ride classics.

https://t.co/MpVRDolFlf

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

We are proud to sponsor the Little Dipper coaster at Kiddie Park in Bartlesville, OK through ACE’s Preservation Fund 🎢

Preservation is one of ACE’s core missions and we’re honored to help support Bartlesville Kiddie so they can continue creating memories for future generations.

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

The final track piece of Project Purple has been installed at Six Flags Great Adventure!

📸: Matt Kaiser

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Big news from Holiday World! Cannonball! is making a splash in 2027.

The 45mph ride includes a 90-foot lift hill, a 75-foot first drop and five total drops before a splashdown into the Boulder Canyon Community Pool. Who's ready to ride? 🌊🎢

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

ACE is thrilled to debut the official logo by Jason Wright for Preservation Conference 2026!

Join us Labor Day Weekend for ACE Preservation Conference 2026 with events on Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5 at Oaks Park in Oregon and Wild Waves in Washington.

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

These rides don’t run themselves, and neither does the fun. Happy National Ride Operator Appreciation Day to the ones who keep us moving. 👍 🎢

#RideWithACE #NationalRideOperatorDay

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

You're Invited to the World's Largest Coaster Ride!

On June 16, parks around the country performed the largest annual simultaneous dispatch of coasters to celebrate the anniversary of LaMarcus Thompson's Switchback Railway, the first modern coaster.

Thanks for participating!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Thanks to Great Escape for enchanting ACE members and being the great finale of Coaster Con 48!

📸: Jill Ryan

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Today, ACE was proud to present two special plaque recognitions at Seabreeze in New York. Bobsleds received an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark plaque, recognizing its historical significance and Jack Rabbit, received an ACE Centennial plaque honoring more than 100 years of operation.

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Thanks to Lake Compounce for being a fantastic co-host of Coaster Con 48!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Fun Spot America Atlanta has announced that the park will permanently close following its final day of operation on August 2, 2026.

The park is home to three roller coasters, including the award-winning ArieForce One, their RMC coaster that debuted in 2023.

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Thanks to Six Flags New England for kicking off Coaster Con 48 the best way possible!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

ACE is excited to announce some future flagship events! 🚨

2027 ACE Spring Con at Six Flags Great Adventure & Casino Pier

2027 Preservation Con at Family Kingdom

Coaster Con 50 in June 2028 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, SeaWorld San Antonio and COTALAND!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

ACEers enjoyed Six Flags New England's newest coaster, Quantum Accelerator, and ERT!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Day 1 featured a welcome dinner and live performance by Madison Curbelo from The Voice!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Thanks to all the ACE volunteers who made the first day of Coaster Con 48 a success!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Coaster Con 48 kicked off today in Springfield, Massachusetts!

[American Coaster Enthusiasts @aceonlineorg]

Universal Kids Resort will hold its grand opening on July 1 in Frisco, Texas featuring Jurassic World: Cretaceous Coaster by Mack and Rhonda's TrollsFest Express by Zierer! Congratulations to Universal on this fun new addition to the themed entertainment industry 📸: Tim Baldwin