Author: Arthur Levine, Special to USA TODAY

When Falcon’s Flight debuts at Six Flags Qiddiya in Saudi Arabia in 2023, it will destroy existing height, speed and track-length records.

Thanks to COVID-19, Americans are in search of outdoor activities – even in the depths of winter. So regional theme parks are expanding their seasons.

Disney World and Disneyland will likely debut some of what they have on tap in 2021, but the coronavirus pandemic leaves some plans in flux.

Here are some of the most-anticipated roller coasters slated to open in the U.S. in 2021 – assuming the pandemic doesn’t further derail plans.

A number of theme parks will be open to celebrate the holidays with twinkling lights-filled special events despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus delayed the debut of Busch Gardens’ new Iron Gwazi roller coaster until spring but Busch Gardens Tampa has just shared a video sneak peek.

Former Disney staffer Eddie Sotto says theme parks could do away with face masks by next year if rapid antigen tests for COVID-19 are ready in time.

These are the coasters that have stood the test of time, captured our imaginations, and caused lots and lots of knuckles to turn white.

Six Flags’ new advanced reservation system, which requires guests to select a date and time and pre-pay, is meant to give them peace of mind.

There will be lots of new thrill rides and other attractions opening at America’s theme parks and water parks in the first year of the new decade.