MEDIA CONTACT Hannah Shepard [email protected] 717-606-5348 (office) PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE USE Merlin’s Mayhem: Dutch Wonderland’s New Ride for 2017 Unveiled Suspended Roller Coaster Takes Flight at A Kingdom for Kids! Nov. 1, 2016 (Lancaster, PA) – Dutch Wonderland is excited to announce the addition of their first suspended family roller coaster, Merlin’s Mayhem, scheduled to open during the summer of 2017. Merlin’s Mayhem will feature new thrills, twists and turns, as guests experience an enchanted journey with Dutch Wonderland’s friendly magician, Merlin. Families will join Merlin on a high-flying adventure in search of his dragon friend, Mayhem, who has disappeared into the park. Thematic events, beginning in the queue, reveal the story of Mayhem and Merlin. Once guests board the ride, Merlin will begin giving clues and encouragement through on-board audio within the seats. As the enchanted flying machine returns to the station, the mischievous Mayhem is safely reunited with Merlin. Merlin’s Mayhem, manufactured by S&S Worldwide, will be the tallest ride located at Dutch Wonderland, featuring a 60 foot rise to the top, along with two helix turns. At a minimum height requirement of 39 inches, this new roller coaster will be enjoyed by young and old alike. -more- About Dutch Wonderland: Dutch Wonderland is part of the Palace Entertainment family of parks. Palace Entertainment is one of the leading leisure park operators in the United States. With parks located in 10 states, Palace Entertainment continues its expansion of brands within the family entertainment sector. The company operates Kennywood amusement park in Pennsylvania, Noah’s Ark water park in Wisconsin, Splish Splash Water Park in New York, and Raging Waters in California, among many other family favorite destinations. Palace Entertainment parks provide family oriented and affordable attractions to visitors of all ages, offering a wide range of attractions, such as roller coasters, Ferris wheels, live shows, variable depth pools, water slides, animal shows, miniature golf courses and arcade games. Palace Entertainment greets millions of visitors annually. For more information concerning Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park and Old Mill Stream Campground at Dutch Wonderland, please call 1-866-FUNatDW or visit www.DutchWonderland.com. ### -more- .