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First and foremost in this massive expansion is a new coaster that is not only the world's tallest, but the world's fastest! Topping off at 456 feet and racing to a speed of 128 miles per hour, this beast raises Great Adventure's profile to a major tourist destination.
A dual-loading station will use four trains to keep capacity high while using a hydraulic launching system to send passengers around the circuit in 50.6 seconds. This by far is the biggest roller coaster in park history. (Late April/Early May)
To accent a world-record-breaking roller coaster, a new 11-acre themed section is added. The Golden Kingdom is built in the former location of Bugs Bunny Land. The New Jersey landscape is changed into a lush, African setting.
Highlighting the new section is Bali's Jungle Land, a children's section with 5 rides for the little ones. Another major attraction is Temple of the Tiger, an all new live show and educational exhibit. Additionally, a wide array of exotic animals and plants will be scattered throughout.
In addition to returning favorites Batman vs. Catwoman: Catfight, The World of Magic, Summer Celebration and Fireworks!, eight new shows have been added:
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Temple of the Tiger: This is an encounter with majestic Bengal tigers. A dazzling, custom-created, Broadway-style show, "Spirit of the Tiger" features multicultural dance, music and eye-popping special effects with animal athleticism. Between shows, guests can interact with highly-skilled, hands-on trainers as they work with the tigers in their specially-designed exhibit area. (May)
Animal Ambassadors of the Wild: Guests strolling in The Golden Kingdom may encounter capuchin monkeys, rainbow
boa constrictors, prehensile porcupines, coati mundi and kinkajou with their
trainers. (Spring)
Looney Tunes - We Got The Beat: Kids can sing and dance to 'hot' songs of the '80s with Bugs Bunny and his Looney Tunes pals. Daily performances all season long at the Bandstand by the Lake. (May)
Dolphin Discovery - Island Party: An all new version of the popular water show featuring bottlenose dolphins. This year, new friends are added as sea lions Pippin and Cassie join the fun.
Mission: Weekend Warriors: Kids and teens will love the high-energy bike, jet ski and water ski stunts in
this extreme water show at the Great Lake Grandstand. (May 28)
New Image: Enjoy famous "boy band" sounds from the '60s through today. This amazing singing group performs at the Liberty Square Gazeb. (May 28)
Streetmosphere Characters: Fun and energetic street performers will roam the park's midways creating good
times and memorable performances through their hilarious interactions with
guests. (March 25)
Interactive DJs: DJs will entertain guests in line as they wait for Kingda Ka, Nitro and Superman-Ultimate Flight. DJs will entice the crowd with interactive participation and music from the '80s, '90s and today. (May 28)
Two of Great Adventure's classic roller coasters have received a much needed coat of fresh paint. Great American Scream Machine and Batman & Robin: The Chiller both look like brand-new rides.
This goes along with the new colors of Batman: The Ride that were added last season as the latest attempts of park management to freshen up the park.
To make room for all of the new additions, some of the park's older attractions have been removed:
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Viper - Roller Coaster
Bugs Bunny Land - Themed children's area