Coasterpalooza

Location

Cedar Point
1 Cedar Point Dr
Sandusky, OH 44870

Event Date(s)

When:  Sat, Sep 12, 2026
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Event Contact

Jon Roost

jroost@aceonline.org

Registration for this event has closed.

There is no late or on-site registration.

Coasterpalooza

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Cedar Point

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Saturday, September 12, 2026

 

Join ACE Eastern Great Lakes for Coasterpalooza, an action-packed day at Cedar Point featuring exclusive experiences at the Roller Coaster Capital of the World. The event includes two hour of ERT including Siren's Curse, along with a behind-the-scenes tour, dinner with park representative Q&A and a Ride-A-Thon on Gemini.

This event is open to ACE members and their guests only. Registration is required to participate.

Tentative Schedule:
  • 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.: Event check-in outside park entrance
  • 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.: ERT on Siren's Cursewith breakfast (pastries, danishes and coffee)
  • 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: ERT on Maverick and Steel Vengeance
  • 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.: Cedar Point open to the public
  • 11:45 a.m.: Corkscrew landmark plaque ceremony
  • 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.: Behind-the-scenes tour of The Haunting of Eerie Estate
  • 1:30 - 2:00 p.m.: Check-in for Gemini Ride-A-Thon
  • 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Gemini Ride-A-Thon
  • 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.: Dinner in Lakeside Pavilion with park representative Q&A
  • 5:45 p.m.: Group photo under Corkscrew (near Coasters)

Informal Meetups

  • 11:00 a.m.: First time event attendees at Roundup patio (hosted by Jenn Fortney)
  • 6:00 p.m.: ITOT on Blue Streak (hosted by Susan Shick)
  • 7:00 p.m.: ITOT on Magnum XL-200 (hosted by Aster Kanke)
  • 8:00 p.m.: ITOT on Millennium Force (hosted by Courtney Clark)
  • 9:30 p.m.: ITOT on Top Thrill 2 (hosted by Frank Arroyo)
Registration

Includes:

  • 1 hour of ERT on Siren's Curse
  • 1 hour of ERT on Maverick and Steel Vengeance
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner with park representative Q&A
  • Behind-the-scenes tour of The Haunting of Eerie Estate
  • A free gift for the first 100 people who register

Event registration does not include admission or parking. Discounted rates are available to registered attendees.

Pricing:

  • ACE member: $50
  • Guest: $60

Ticket provider and transaction fees will be added to all orders.

Event add-ons:

  • Event shirt: Starting at $18

Details:

  • Registration must be completed online by 11:59 p.m. EDT August 19, 2026. No late or on-site registrations will be accepted.
  • This event requires a minimum of 100 registered attendees. If the minimum is not met, the event may be cancelled.
  • A confirmation email will be sent after your registration. If you do not receive it, contact the event coordinator.
  • Nonmembers may only attend as guests of a registered ACE member and must be included on that member's registration. Members are responsible for their guests' conduct.
  • Event materials and pre-purchased items (if applicable) will be distributed during scheduled check-in only. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Additional Information

Merchandise. ACE Eastern Great Lakes merchandise is available for purchase during registration. All items must be picked up during event check-in (no shipping). All sales are final; returns and exchanges cannot be accepted.

Ride-A-Thon. Join us for a coaster marathon on Gemini and see how many rides you can complete in one hour. A prize will be awarded to the participant with the most rides. Full rules and details will be provided closer to the event.

Dinner Menu. All-beef hot dogs with chili and cheese, all-beef hamburgers, pasta salad and cole slaw. Also includes potato chips, garden salad and unlimited Coca-Cola beverages.

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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.

NAME BADGES

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