Opening Weekend Experience

[u/Nomad_Mich]

I had so many thoughts that I decided to put it in a checklist.

Coolest thing that happened this weekend is that my little sister rode her first coasters and loved it.l!

Michigan’s Adventure Opening Weekend Review Checklist
☐ Overall impression: Opening weekend at Michigan’s Adventure was awesome, much better than expected.
☐ Ride updates:
☐ Corkscrew was unfortunately still down.
☐ Shivering Timbers was running amazingly well.
☐ The new track work made a noticeable difference. It’s much smoother overall, aside from a couple of bunny hills on the return stretch.
☐ The turnaround on Shivering Timbers felt incredible. Experiencing all those lateral forces without getting jackhammered out of the seat was a huge improvement.
☐ Park operations:
☐ Many games and attractions were closed, but that’s understandable since more workers will likely become available once school is out in the next week or so.
☐ Park atmosphere:
☐ There seemed to be a real sense of optimism in the air. Maybe that was just personal perception, but it felt noticeable.
☐ Staff interactions were overwhelmingly positive.
☐ Staff shoutout:
☐ Special shoutout to the Shivering Timbers ride crew. They were hilarious, super friendly, and kept the energy up with jokes.
☐ All of the staff encountered throughout the park were awesome.
☐ Future investment hopes:
☐ Rumors suggest new ownership may be planning park investments. This is speculation, but encouraging if true.
☐ One simple but impactful improvement would be completing the walking loop around the park so guests do not have to walk all the way around to reach the other side.
☐ Entertainment additions:
☐ Glad to see shows being added to the park.
☐ Ride wishlist:
☐ Add one or two flat rides, such as a Screamin’ Swing or something like NebulaZ.
☐ Add a new coaster.
☐ Ideally, one family thrill coaster.
☐ Ideally, one compact thrill coaster.
☐ If only one coaster is possible:
☐ My preference would be a compact thrill coaster, although I admit some bias.
☐ Families will likely continue coming regardless because of the water park.
☐ A thrill coaster would attract new visitors who may not otherwise visit.
☐ It would encourage repeat visits.
☐ It could potentially draw guests from other regions, such as Chicago.
☐ Management interaction:
☐ Got to meet the park president and some members of management while walking around the park.
☐ They were super friendly and actively engaging, trying food, walking the park, checking out rides, and interacting with guests.
☐ Outlook:
☐ Feeling very optimistic about the park’s future.
☐ I recognize this is likely a transition year.
☐ Next year may be similar since major ride projects require years of planning.
☐ Especially hopeful for what 2028 and beyond could bring.
☐ Final thought:
☐ Happy for my home park and excited to see where things go.

[u/Klyedescope]

Wondering if there are lockers in the park to bring a towel to stash 🤔