How many people go to Kings Dominion each year?

Kings Dominion is home to 400 acres of attractions and rides. Twenty miles north of Richmond, Kings Dominion amusement park's steel coasters climb to 300 feet and whip many of its more than 1 million annual visitors up to speeds of 90 mph.



Kings Dominion, located in Doswell, Virginia, typically attracts between 1.5 million and 2 million visitors annually. While the park does not always release exact daily figures, industry reports from organizations like the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) show that attendance has remained relatively stable over the last decade, with a significant "rebound" following the 2024/2025 seasons. The park's popularity is driven largely by its world-class roller coaster lineup, including Intimidator 305 and the record-breaking Rapterra (launched in 2025), which serves as a major draw for thrill-seekers across the Mid-Atlantic. Attendance peaks during the "Haunt" and "WinterFest" seasonal events, which can see the park reach capacity on October and December weekends. Following the 2024 merger between Cedar Fair and Six Flags, the park has seen renewed investment in its "Soak City" water park and family areas, aiming to push annual attendance closer to the 2.5 million mark by 2027. It remains one of the top-performing regional theme parks in the United States, serving as a vital economic engine for Hanover County.

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Kings Dominion is an amusement park located in Doswell, Virginia, 20 miles (30 km) north of Richmond and 75 miles (120 km) south of Washington, D.C. Owned and operated by Cedar Fair, the 280-acre (1.1 km2) park opened to the public on May 3, 1975, and features more than 60 rides, shows and attractions including 13 ...

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Kings Dominion owner merging with Six Flags in amusement park deal valued at $2 billion. Cedar Fair shareholders will own 51.2% of the combined company, while Six Flags shareholders will own 48.8%. Both companies' boards have approved the deal.

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The movie Rollercoaster starring George Segal and Timothy Bottoms was filmed at the park. The Kings Dominion Campground opened, increasing the number of two-day visits to the park.

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You'll be flung 120 degrees in both directions, all while the passenger vehicle spins continuously at up to nine revolutions per minute. With its inward-facing inverted seating, Delirium's combination of a swinging arm and rotating gondola creates the ultimate ride sensation.

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One of my favorite parks! Kings Dominion is one of my favorite places to go to with friends. Their rides and activities are just awesome. I can't say why these other reviews are terrible, but in my honest opinion, this place is just excellent.

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Carrying firearms, ammunition, knives, and weapons of any kind and any other prohibited item. Kings Dominion reserves the right to prohibit any items at their discretion. Unsolicited photographing or video recording that disrupts a guest's experience or interferes with park operations.

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Most rides and attractions remain open during rain. Some attractions will close when inclement weather prohibits their safe operation, but will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so. Please enjoy a show, meal or shopping until such weather passes. Sorry, no rainchecks or refunds once you have entered the park.

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Patrons enjoyed a final day on the stand-up coaster before it was permanently shut down. Riders made the accent on the Shock Wave roller coaster at Kings Dominion, Sunday 8/9/2015. Patrons enjoyed a final day on the stand-up coaster before it was permanently shut down.

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Dominator: The Longest Floorless Roller Coaster Scream through five inversions at speeds up to 67 miles per hour on the longest floorless steel roller coaster in the world, including one of the largest vertical loops in the world. A favorite among park visitors and roller coaster enthusiasts alike.

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If you want to see EVERYTHING, then plan on a couple of days. I would say, at least two [2]. On some rides, the lines are extremely long and could take hours to ride them. They offer a Fast Pass, at a cost, where you can get ahead of the long lines.

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It is very hard to sit on the 'available' rides, as the seats are VERY cramped. I had a difficult time sitting on the wooden coasters myself, and I'm fairly thin. A word to the wise: if you're a large person, be very wary about going to Kings Dominion, unless you enjoy sitting outside of the rides.

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The differences between the two were that at Kings Dominion riders' feet dangle freely and at Kings Island, which installed a Giant Top Spin, there was a floor.

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Kings Dominion in Virginia has a soaring 272-foot drop It then freefalls down to the ground until magnetic brakes kick in. Drop Tower at Kings Dominion in Doswell, Virginia, ascends a 305-foot tower and drops 272 feet, while Drop Tower at Kings Island in Kings Mills, Ohio, rises up a 315-foot tower and falls 264 feet.

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