Media Center

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Welcome to the Idlewild & SoakZone media center! The Idlewild & SoakZone public relations team welcomes both inquiries and visits from credentialed members of the news media for the production of high quality news features and programs.

Latest News

Get the scoop on the latest news and events happening this summer at Idlewild! Get the scoop on the latest news and events happening this summer at Idlewild.

May 13, 2025 - Idlewild Opens May 17 with Park-Wide Upgrades & New Entertainment
April 29, 2025 - Idlewild & SoakZone Unveils 2025 Event Lineup Featuring the World’s Largest Rubber Duck
January 29, 2025 - Kennywood, Idlewild and Sandcastle Hiring More Than 2,000 Team Members for the 2025 Season
September 9, 2024 - Idlewild's All-New HALLOWBOO!: Bigger and Better for its 20th Anniversary
July 11, 2024 - Idlewild & SoakZone Hosts Neighbor Days Event This July to Celebrate the Legacy of Fred Rogers
June 3, 2024 - Bigger, Better and Bubblier: Idlewild's Kids Fest Kicks Off the Foam-Filled Fun
May 14, 2024 - Idlewild Kicks Off Season of Family Fun May 18 with Thrilling Events and Park Enchancements

Park Descriptions

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25 Word Park Description

Idlewild & SoakZone is your ticket to family fun! Named “Best Children's Park” by Amusement Today, it offers classic amusement rides and waterpark fun!
50 Word Park Description

Idlewild & SoakZone is your ticket to family fun! Named “Best Children's Park” by Amusement Today, and “Best Park for Families” by the National Amusement Park Historical Association, it offers classic amusement rides, a complete waterpark, live entertainment, and unique attractions like Story Book Forest and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood!
100 Word Park Description

Idlewild & SoakZone is your ticket to family fun! Founded in 1878, Idlewild is the 3rd-longest operating amusement park in the United States, and has been recognized as “Best Children's Park" by Amusement Today, and “Best Park for Families” by the National Amusement Park Historical Association. The park features classic amusement rides, a water park, live entertainment, costume characters, and unique attractions such as Story Book Forest and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, all within the beautiful Pennsylvania Laurel Highlands. Idlewild operates seasonally from late-May through October. Visit Idlewild & SoakZone - because you love to see them smile!

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