Dorney Park's Thunderhawk Roller Coaster Celebrates 100 Years

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We have a whole line up of events throughout the day to enjoy.
Thunderhawk’s 100th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, June 29, 2024

Join us as we celebrate Dorney Park’s oldest roller coaster, the iconic Thunderhawk.

Constructed in 1923 and 1924, this year marks 100 years since the wooden classic opened to the public.

Originally, the then named ‘Coaster’ was built as an out-and-back roller coaster featuring little more than a drop and return. Over the years it has been renamed and reconfigured into the ride guests can enjoy today.

The day will include music, specialty themed food items, NanoCoaster building contest, pop-up history museum, photo ops and more, plus an Anniversary Ceremony to celebrate Thunderhawk's 100th Anniversary.

 

NanoCoaster Building Contest

Contestants will have 1-hour to race against one another to complete their NanoCoaster the fastest and most quality build. The build will be an Special Edition Thunderhawk Nanocoaster with a commemorative etched base.

Only
$100

NanoCoaster Building Contest Entry Fee

11am at Center Stage

  • Special Edition Thunderhawk NanoCoaster
  • Limited Edition Thunderhawk Die Cast Ornament
  • Branded Thunderhawk Anniversary tote bag
  • Tools needed for assembly
  • Exclusive Commemorative Anniversary pin

 

Plus applicable taxes & fees. Participants must have admission to Dorney Park. Admission not included with Entry Fee.

• Secured spot to participate in the NanoCoaster Building Contest

• Tools needed for assembly

• Special Edition Thunderhawk NanoCoaster

• Limited Edition Thunderhawk Die Cast Ornament

• Branded Thunderhawk Anniversary tote bag

• Exclusive Commemorative Anniversary pin

All completed NanoCoaster models will be on display and winners will be announced at the Thunderhawk Anniversary Ceremony.

Prize categories include:

• Fan Favorite

• Fastest Build

• Overall Best NanoCoaster Build

• Jack Rimmer – Owner of NanoCoasters

• Bob Kane – Dorney Park's Infamous NanoCoaster Builder

• Ryan Eldredge – Public Relations & Communications Manager, Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom