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The episode discusses the evolution of the Grand Carnival at Kings Island and its current status as a summer celebration.

Is Grand Carnival at Kings Island still a must-see event, or has it lost the magic that made it one of the park's biggest summer celebrations? In this episode of Tower Topics, Don Helbig and Ryan Suhr take an honest look at the evolution of Grand Carnival, discussing how the event has changed over the years, why many longtime fans feel it has been scaled back, the disappearance of the popular tasting cards, the reduced entertainment lineup, and whether 2026 could be the festival's final season. They also compare Kings Island's approach to other major theme parks and explore what the future could hold if Grand Carnival disappears. If you're planning a visit to Kings Island or you're passionate about theme park events, food festivals, amusement park history, and Six Flags' direction, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Online Store: http://store.towertopics.com Become a Tower Topics Youtube member for great benefits and to support the show: https://www.youtube.com/@TowerTopics/join Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAs58dzCc/?mibextid=wwXIfr Check out the podcast version: https://linktr.ee/towertopics Leave a voicemail or text message: 513-399-7538…

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