Officials at Darien Lake Theme Park invited the media yesterday to preview the park's newest thrill ride, SkyScreamer, which opened to the public today.
Here's a press release about the ride:
Six Flags Darien Lake – The Thrill Capital of New York – is proud to announce the opening of its newest attraction, Six Flags SkyScreamer.
Yesterday, members of the media were invited to be amongst the first to experience this 24-story, sky-high swing ride. Towering above the park at an incredible 242 feet, Six Flags SkyScreamer is the tallest thrill ride in New York State.
“Six Flags continues to lead the way in innovation as we bring the state’s tallest ride to Western New York," said Park President Chris Thorpe. "We are thrilled to add this shining beacon and iconic landmark to the Six Flags Darien Lake skyline.
"From this impressive tower guests will soar high among the clouds, taking in majestic views of the park and surrounding countryside below.”
By night, Six Flags SkyScreamer’s bold, synchronized lighting package will light up the sky and beckon thrill-seekers near and far.
- A soaring 24-stories tall;
- 32 riders, sitting two across in open-air swings; and
- Spinning round and round a 98-foot circle at 35 miles per hour.
Six Flags SkyScreamer will open to the public Saturday, May 18. For more information on Six Flags Darien Lake’s 2019 season visit www.darienlake.com
Six Flags 2019 Memberships and Season Passes are now available. Members can enjoy priority park entry, preferred parking and tremendous discounts of up to 50 percent on nearly all food and merchandise purchases all season long.
Gold Plus, Platinum, Diamond and Diamond Elite levels are available featuring all the perks of a Season Pass plus other benefits including admission to all Six Flags branded theme and waterparks, skip-the-line passes, unlimited soft drinks and much more!
For more information, visit the Membership Sales Center or go online to sixflags.com/darienlake and sign up.
Here are some stats on the Six Flags SkyScreamer:
At a staggering 242 feet high Six Flags SkyScreamer is the tallest thrill ride in New York State. It takes riders seated in swings up 24 stories and spins them around a 98-foot circle at speeds up to 35 mph. Riders will experience breathtaking views of Six Flags Darien Lake they have never seen before at thrilling speeds.
- 242-feet high, 24 stories
- 32 swing seats
- Speeds up to 35 miles per hour
- 1,600 LED lights on the tower, more than 1,100 additional puck LED lights on the globe
- Ride time is approximately three minutes
- Spins in a 98-foot circle
