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section: business
first_reported: 2026-11-05 04:58 EST
updated: 2026-11-05 04:58 EST
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# Kentucky Kingdom plans to open Midnight Showdown coaster next year

Kentucky Kingdom plans to open the Midnight Showdown wooden coaster in Bluegrass Downs next year, as part of a nearly $50 million park transformation.

Section: [Business & Economy](/louisville/section/business.md) · Entities: [Kentucky Kingdom](/louisville/wiki/kentucky-kingdom.md), [Bluegrass Downs](/louisville/wiki/bluegrass-downs.md)

## Coverage

- [Spectrum News 1 Kentucky](http://www.spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/news/2026/11/05/kentucky-kingdom-roller-coaster), 2026-11-05 04:58 EST: Kentucky Kingdom to open Midnight Showdown wooden coaster next year

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