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Military Appreciation Days at KINGS ISLAND

May 23 – 26, 2025

All active and retired members, including National Guard, reserves, and veterans, will receive free admission at select Six Flags parks*, valid from May 23 through May 26, 2025**.

Plus, they can purchase up to six discounted tickets for family and friends.

How to enter the park on Memorial Day Weekend

Present a valid U.S. Military ID at the front gate any one-day, from May 23 through May 26**. Additional tickets for family and friends must be purchased online in advance. Verification is required.

*Free admission for U.S. military members and veterans is available at all Six Flags parks, excluding Knott’s Berry Farm, Knott’s Soak City, and Cedar Point Shores.

Discounted admission will be available during Memorial Day weekend at these locations.

**Validity applies to regular park operating days and hours. Check your park’s calendar.

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May 15, 2025
Wintertime traditions, attractions to once again draw end-of-year travelers to Warren County and around Ohio

Photo from Lebanon Horse Drawn Carriage Parade & Festival

Kings Island’s Winterfest, Lebanon’s Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade and more holiday season highlights are expected to once again draw considerable crowds to Warren County, Ohio this winter, according to the Warren County Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Christmas in Loveland is on Saturday Dec 14, 2024 3 PM until 8 PM in Historic Downtown.

4th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival is on December 7 in Historic Downtown. The pine stands more than 60 feet tall along the Little Miami Scenic Trail (near West Loveland Avenue). Approximately 2,500 lights and 250 ornaments adorn the tree.

Kings Island’s Winterfest will be bigger than ever this holiday season. Featuring ice skating on the park’s iconic Royal Fountain, state-of-the-art light displays, live shows, festive food, nightly holiday parades and much more, the seasonal celebration will welcome guests select dates November 29 through December 31.

Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year is Lebanon’s historic Horse Drawn Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival. Once again featuring more than 100 decorated carriages pulled by mini horses, Clydesdales, Percherons and more beautiful breeds, the event will also offer live entertainment, specialty shopping and food and craft booths when it returns on December 7.

Historic Downtown Lebanon will also be the site of holiday-themed train rides on the Lebanon Mason & Monroe (LM&M) Railroad’s North Pole Express. Offered select dates and times November 15 through December 23, the experience includes visits from Santa, entertainment from elves, hot chocolate and holiday cookies.

Great Wolf Lodge in Mason will once again transform into Snowland this winter. In addition to its sprawling 84-degree indoor waterpark, the lodge will feature life-size gingerbread houses, visits from Santa, holiday activities and more seasonal offerings.

Showcasing its nationally renowned outdoor walk-through display of approximately one million LED lights, The Christmas Ranch in Morrow, Ohio, will welcome back guests November 22 through December 23. Holiday shops, pictures with Santa, themed train rides and festive food and drink offerings will round out the guest experience.

Home to decorated, historic Main Streets, a variety of locally owned dining options and more than 100 antique, boutique and specialty shops, the towns of Lebanon, Waynesville and Springboro will once again be among the region’s most popular small-town holiday shopping destinations.

Waynesville’s Christmas in the Village will be held December 6 through December 8, while Christmas in Historic Springboro begins Friday, November 22 and runs through Sunday November 24.

Springboro’s La Comedia Dinner Theatre will play host to live, Broadway-style performances of Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn select dates now through December 29.

Finally, Yuletide Village, a 16^th Century-styled holiday celebration complete with era-inspired light shows, music, live entertainment and more returns to the grounds of the Ohio Renaissance Festival in Waynesville select dates between November 29 and December 23.

To learn more about holiday highlights all throughout the state of Ohio – including many of the aforementioned Warren County draws – see TourismOhio’s Holiday Events Guide and Holiday Lights Trail on Ohio.org.

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Nov 12, 2024
New in 2023 at Kings Island
Mason, Ohio – New at the Kings Island amusement park in 2023 will be Adventure Port, “where the myths of an ancient civilization and its mighty city carved out of stone have lured travelers from around the globe to a bustling port community.”

Adventure Port is located between Coney Mall and Action Zone, the park’s newest themed area will feature two new family rides, enhanced theming for Adventure Express, Enrique’s quick service restaurant, and the Mercado.

Calling all explorers!

Warnings of unchartered lands and surprise encounters beckon adventure seekers to board the Adventure Express for a journey that travels 3,000 feet of track twisted between trees and nestled into a hillside in the Oktoberfest area of the park.

As the adventure begins, passengers depart from the station for what seems to be a leisurely ride, but after a quick plunge into the dense foliage of a damp rainforest, it becomes obvious this is no average coaster ride.

As the train leaves the rainforest, a quick turn sends passengers into an old, boarded-up mine shaft. The train exits the tunnel only to enter another, narrowly escaping before being hoisted up the ride’s first lift hill where the train tiptoes its way over the track’s decrepit rickety structure then dives 60 feet below where passengers find themselves spinning through a helix of ruins.

Riders next experience another tunnel, beginning a 40-foot climb up the second lift. The walls of this enclosed lift are lined with drummers and a giant figure holding a cauldron of molten lava is directly ahead.

As the train avoids the lava, it’s hurled into a dark cave that leads riders back to civilization.

Sol Spin

This recently discovered mechanism appears to be an immense sun disk created by an ancient civilization. Climb aboard these open air, suspended passenger vehicles to experience the thrill of flying 60 feet through the air at 25 m.p.h.

Sol Spin

Cargo Loco

Need a company to ship your goods? Look no further than the Arrow Cargo Company. Their methods might be a little dizzying, but they’ll get your freight from Point A to Point B…eventually. Check out the shipping barrels for yourself and get ready for the trip of your life!

Cargo Loco

The Mercado

Cultures come together at the Mercado, a melting pot where guests simply celebrate being alive. Whether you’re an explorer just passing through, or a tourist checking out the local scene, the local purveyor is your source for dining, drinking, cargo transport and more.

The Mercado

Enrique’s

A trip to Adventure Port isn’t complete unless you experience the local cuisine. Stop by Enrique’s quick serve restaurant for a menu that features traditional burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, salads and sides.

Enrique’s

Adventure Port Debuts in 2023

Resting in the foothills of overgrown mountains and dense tropical terrain, Adventure Port is a hub for explorers searching for the ruins of an ancient civilization, its forbidden temple and mysterious wonders. If asked, the locals will tell tales of those who came before you and vanished. Did they unwittingly disturb ancient spirits and fall victim to an age-old curse?
Dec 28, 2022

LMRCA Silent Auction is now LIVE!

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Loveland, Ohio – The LMRCA Silent Auction is now LIVE! Start your bidding HERE.

The silent auction is in conjunction with the Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner, however, you don’t need to attend to win.

Proceeds from the auction will benefit Grant Us Hope, an organization dedicated to youth suicide prevention, and the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance Scholarship fund. Start your holiday shopping early and support these great organizations while you do it.

Please note that there is a “Buy It Now” option if you find something you simply must have!

You can bid on an Apple AirPod, Coach Purses, a Date Night in Loveland, Kings Island passes, a Golf Day at the Oasis, Sports Items, and many more great bargains.

Final Chance to Register to attend the Awards Gala!

Registration closes at noon today!

Each November, The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance says “Thank you” to our businesses for all they do for our community and honor them for enhancing our community and making it a better place to live.

The Annual Awards Dinner is an evening for all area businesses to come together and celebrate their successes and community contributions.

Nov 15, 2021

From 16-year-old ride operator to GM: Meet Tony Carovillano from Loveland, Ohio

Loveland, Ohio – Tony Carovillano graduated from Loveland High School in 1987.

Mother-in-law Lynne McManus Lee told Loveland Magazine this morning, “Our family is so proud of him. He’s one of the best!”

FROM 16-YEAR-OLD RIDE OPERATOR TO GM: MEET TONY CAROVILLANO

As the vice president and general manager of Worlds of Fun, Tony Carovillano is responsible for leading the operation of the park’s 235 acres and all of its rides and slides. His day typically starts at the front gate where he welcomes ambassadors and guests. From there, he bounces around attending meetings, checking on projects, leading his directors and planning for upcoming events. The day usually stretches past 8 hours, and the workweek almost always stretches beyond five days, but just as Tony did when he started – he relies on the energy of the park to keep him going.

For the past 35 years, amusement parks have been Tony’s life. He fell in love with the industry soon after he started as a train conductor at Kings Island in Mason, Ohio outside of Cincinnati. He was 16, and he’s been along for the ride ever since that whistle blew.

Working on the Railroad at Kings Island

After turning 16, it was time for Tony to get a job. To his delight, he was hired to work in rides at Kings Island after his sister, who was a supervisor at the log flume, put in a good word for him. Decked out in his train conductor uniform, Tony went to work on the K.I. & Miami Valley Railroad.

Read the full feature on Tony in…

Dec 10, 2020
How Bout’ a Summer Salad?!
by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Summer is finally here! As the temperatures start to rise, Loveland’s local businesses are preparing by offering fresh Summer specials, releasing new products, supporting new local causes, hosting fun community events, and creating fitness challenges.

Here at Loveland Magazine, we thought it would be fun to share with you, our loyal readers, the “Summer Salad!” This segment will include everything you need to know about the community of Loveland and its local businesses so that you can live out your Summer to the fullest! So what are you waiting for Loveland?! Read below to see how you can support Loveland and have fun while doing it this Summer!

Looking for a job?

Community of Loveland, Ohio are you looking for a job and you have previous gutter installing experience? All American Gutter Protection is hiring! Visit All American Gutter Protection’s Facebook Page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/EndGutterCleaningForever/

Want to help a local cause?

Loveland Interfaith Effort LIFE is asking students to donate both backpacks and school supplies that they will no longer be using! Read below to see how you and your children can get involved now!

“Now that your kids have finished their school year (albeit most unusual!), you’re likely cleaning out papers, book bags, etc. If you have gently used required reading books that are not likely to be read again, please consider donating them to LIFE for our August Student LIFE Shop event–they’ll be added to the age-appropriate backpacks and supplies. Donations can be dropped at any time to the bins inside the glass doors at the side entrance of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, or to the donation entrance at the Pantry (back of the church by the preschool ramp) during open hours (Th: 3-6:30, Sat. 9-12:30). Thanks for sharing the love of reading with our kids!”

THIS WEEK’S PRIMARY NEEDS
Beans of any kind Mixed vegetables Jelly Peanut butter Oatmeal Cereal Rice or rice dishes Fresh potatoes Fresh onions Apples or oranges
Symmetry Women’s Virtual Event

The time is almost here for the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance’s Symmetry Women’s Virtual Event! Visit this link: http://business.lovelandchamber.org/events/details/symmetry-2020-women-s-executive-virtual-event-6801 to see how you can join the event and receive your own SWAG BAG!

The Loveland Museum Center Asks…

Loveland, Ohio can you guess what this picture is of? Loveland Museum Center will be doing more fun picture challenges for the community throughout the Summer! Check https://www.facebook.com/LovelandHistoricalMuseum/ for the photo challenge results!

LAST WEEK MANY OF YOU CORRECTLY IDENTIFIED THE JACK FOR AN AUTOMOBILE. HOW MANY OF YOU WILL IDENTIFY THIS WEEK’S “WHAT IS THIS” CORRECTLY?

Go to the Museum’s FaceBook page to submit you guess.

The museum will be closed on weekends until further notice. Scheduled events are postponed indefinitely. Check here and Museum Center Web page for updates. The office will remain open part-time and phone messages and emails will be answered in a timely manner.

Loveland, Ohio if you have been following or are a part of Vibe Fitness Loveland’s Fitness Challenge the winners are being announced shortly! Stay tuned to their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/vibefitloveland/ for the fitness challenge winners!

Wow, check out these SUMMER flavors at Vibe Nutrition! Grab your favorite flavor today to cool down on the hottest day of the year!

Vibe Nutrition

@vibenutritionclub Smoothie & Juice Bar

Steve and Julie Plitt, a local couple with strong ties to Loveland, Ohio are selling Pf5 Liquid Formula Hand Sanitizer in bulk!

The Plitts offer Bulk, Totes, Cases, Individual Gallons, and Free Delivery to Southwest Ohio to combat viruses, germs, and bacteria!

Kings Island announces 2020 Season opening dates

An opening date for Soak City water park is to be determined…

Kings Island announces 2020 Season opening dates

“Kings Island Park will open first to Season Passholders only, and will operate with stringent hygiene protocols, procedures to manage capacity and enable social distancing.” Read on…

New tees at RP Diamond

As stores, restaurants, and boutiques begin to reopen, we want to remind everyone to support local businesses in any way you can! RP DIAMOND is offering “Support Local 45140” shirts online now! Show everyone how you support local business by rocking one of these awesome shirts around town!

https://rpdiamond.com/products/ols/categories/support-local-45140

If you enjoyed reading the “Summer Salad” stay tuned for more Loveland local Summer fun updates and information!
Jun 11, 2020
Kings Island announces 2020 Season opening dates
“Kings Island Park will open first to Season Passholders only, and will operate with stringent hygiene protocols, procedures to manage capacity and enable social distancing.”

Mason, Ohio – Kings Island has announced this morning that they will be open initially for Season Passholders only and shortly thereafter for daily ticketholders.

Key Park Opening Dates:
- Park Open to Season Passholders: July 2 – 11
- Park Open to Season Passholders and Daily Ticketholders: Beginning Sunday, July 12
“We are ready to welcome our guests back to Kings Island for some long-overdue fun,” said Mike Koontz, General Manager of Kings Island in a news release. “The safety of our guests and associates has always been and will always be our top priority. The park’s new health and safety protocols align with CDC recommendations, and have been shaped by information from company and industry health and safety experts, along with our state and local government officials.”

The Park says there are new protocols to create a safe and clean environment and include:
- A new online reservation system; each guest is required to have a reservation prior to their visit to enable capacity management;
- A requirement to complete a pre-visit health screening declaration 24 hours prior to admission;
- A touchless temperature screening prior to entering the facility for both guests and associates;
- Requirements for all guests, associates and vendors to wear masks as directed by the protocols
- Social distancing markers throughout the park, including ride queue lines;
- Limited guest/associate contact;
- Enhanced cleaning procedures, including additional deep cleaning and sanitization of restrooms, dining facilities and other busy areas;
- Additional hand sanitization stations; and
- Capacity management throughout the park.
The park will initially open to Season Passholders with limited capacity and hours. Kings Island will be sending emails to passholders, inviting them to begin making reservations. Only passholders will be able to make reservations for at least the first week; daily ticket reservations will open within the next two weeks.

An opening date for Soak City Water Park is to be determined.

All guests are asked to download Kings Island’s free mobile app to make a reservation and facilitate their park visit. 2020 Season Passes have been extended to through 2021.

Employment opportunities are currently available throughout the park, and a virtual hiring process has been deployed so applicants can apply and interview remotely. Openings can be found at www.visitkingsisland.com/jobs.
Jun 9, 2020