LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Kingdom is set to debut its first new roller coaster since 2019.

The park announced "Flying Fox," an all-new family-friendly coaster set to open in 2026. The coaster is the park's sixth.

Named in honor of local legend and crop-dusting pilot Jeb Fox, "Flying Fox" sends riders soaring over a vibrant Kentucky farmland setting. From a red barn-inspired queue to hand-painted murals and playful audio, the theming celebrates the state's agricultural heritage with a lighthearted twist.

“At Kentucky Kingdom, our mission is to create memories worth repeating, and the addition of 'Flying Fox' is the next exciting chapter in that journey,” said Sarah Worrell, Kentucky Kingdom general manager. “With the debut of Discovery Meadow in 2025, we set a new standard for immersive

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