Kennywood Park opens for 125th season, the public enjoys first look at new attractions

WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — Kennywood Park kicked off its 125th season on Saturday.

Admission was free to all first responders on opening day and the same deal will apply to them on Sunday.

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One of the newest features is an upgrades security system which was added to the park after Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen Zappala Jr. threatened to delay opening day if security changes were not made. The security system was able to help security prevent four teenagers from illegally entering the park on its first day in use.

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Kennywood has planned a five-weekend-long event honoring the park’s long history.

“The 125th-anniversary celebration has been a two-year culmination of excitement, renovations, a whole new vibe here at Kennywood and we’re excited to open the gates here for what will become our best season yet,” said Gene Petriello sales director at Kennywood.

The newest ride, Spinvasion, is set to open on Memorial Day weekend. The ride is the first of its kind in the United States and will take Center Stage in the area 412 part of the park.

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The Raging Rapids water ride is also expected to make a return to Kennywood in 2023.

Several different eateries have been upgraded in the park receiving makeovers and renovations. One of the most recent announcements was made on 412 day when the park revealed a Primantis Bros. restaurant would be added to the Lost Kennywood area. The Primantis Bros. is expected to be completed later in the spring.

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