It's a Thrill at Bushkill

Location

Bushkill Park
2100 Bushkill Park Dr
Easton, PA 18040
When:  Sat, Sep 12, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 10:00 PM (ET)
Associated with  Eastern Pennsylvania Region
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Event Contact

Mike Matscherz

mmatscherz@aceonline.org
Join the American Coaster Enthusiasts of Eastern Pennsylvania for our second annual It's a Thrill at Bushkill on Saturday, September 12, 2026! Enjoy Bushkill Park with the American Coaster Enthusiasts for a fun evening of great friends, a catered meal, roller skating, a behind-the-scene tour and evening ERT on all rides and the fun house!

 

This event is open to active ACE members and their guests! Event registration is required to participate in all of the activities organized and hosted by the American Coaster Enthusiasts and Bushkill Park.

 

Registration Includes

  • Evening ERT on all rides and fun house
  • Evening Roller Skating
  • Catered meal
  • Snacks during ERT

 
Tentative Schedule

  • 4:30-5 PM - Event Check-In
  • 5-9 PM - All rides and fun house open; snowcones and popcorn snacks available.
  • 8-10 PM - Roller skating open
  • TBA - Group meal and Q&A with the Bushkill team

Finalized event details will be emailed to all registered attendees the week of the event.

 

Pricing

  • ACE Member-Adult - $44.00
  • ACE Member-Child under 12 - $33.00
  • Guest-Adult - $54.00
  • Guest-Child under 12 - $43.00 

 
Registration Deadline

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

 

Group Meal

One-time through meal - Hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, salad and drinks.

Please contact Mike Matscherz (mmatscherz@aceonline.org) if you have specific dietary restrictions that don't match the menu options and need to request a special accommodation. All requests must be submitted no later than the event registration deadline. Requests may be accommodated based on availability. ACE Eastern Pennsylvania cannot guarantee that the host park will be able to meet your request.

Roller Skating ERT

Skates are available to rent or bring your own!

 

Registration Directions

  • You must be a member of ACE to attend or be accompanied by a member who is also registered to attend the event. If only non-members are listed on the registration, please indicate the name of the registered member of whom you are a guest.
  • Online registration is available until Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
  • No mail in registration will be available for this event.
  • No materials will be sent to you in advance. All materials (admission ticket, meal voucher, etc.) will be provided to you at the event.
  • If you provide an email address, an email with information about attending the event, will be sent to you shortly before the event.
  • If you have registered in advance and arrive after the scheduled check-in time, send an email to Mike Matscherz at mmatscherz@aceonline.org. Arriving late may cause you to miss evening ERT.
  • Cancellation Policy: To cancel, contact Mike Matscherz at: mmatscherz@aceonline.org. No refunds will be issued after Thursday, August 27, 2026. Processing fees for online registration are non-refundable.
  • NOTE: Universe, ACE Eastern Pennsylvania's third-party event registration provider, offers an "Event Protection" insurance option during the registration process. This feature is NOT endorsed or recommended by ACE Eastern Pennsylvania.
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SCHEDULE ADVISORY

Inclement weather, equipment problems or other unforeseen circumstances may affect the published schedule. The park will do its best to provide ride times and rides as listed; however, the schedule of events remains tentative and is subject to change based on the park's operational status and local health restrictions at the time of the event.

ACCESSIBILITY

Should you need special accommodations such as a wheelchair, speech/hearing, etc., refer to the participating parks policy prior to the event date. Most parks offer a complete guide for guests with a disability.

REFUNDS AND REGISTRATION FEES

Refunds will not be given. Registration fees will not be prorated for partial attendance and tickets are nontransferable. Event attendee substitutions are at ACE’s discretion. Permission must be obtained prior to the event, in writing, from the event contact.

The payment of registration fees by, for, or on behalf of participants releases and holds harmless the American Coaster Enthusiasts Worldwide Inc. and its Officers, Directors, Executive Committee Members and representatives from any and all liabilities related to those activities. Returned checks and chargeback disputes will be treated as uncollected debt. ACE reserves the right to execute debt collection following the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.

COVID-19 SAFETY INFORMATION

Although our host parks are making every effort to keep you as healthy and safe as possible, there remains an inherent and elevated risk of exposure to COVID-19 in any public place and place where people are present. Refer to park policies for additional information, requirements and latest updates.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Members and their guests should be especially aware that their behavior affects ACE’s reputation, and they are expected to abide by ACE’s Code of Conduct at all times during the event and follow all host park policies, including, but not limited to, alcohol consumption. Members are responsible for the conduct of their nonmember guests. Parents and/or guardians are responsible for supervising minor event attendees. Members found to be in violation of the code are subject to ACE's disciplinary procedures, which may be in the form of, but not limited to, verbal or written warning, membership suspension or involuntary termination.

Any violations of park policies, including underage alcohol consumption are a violation of section C.1 of ACE’s Code of Conduct and could result in suspension of the member’s ACE membership as well as action by the park.

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You must be registered and your official event name badge must be visible to participate in scheduled event activities.