So if you look closely at this picture tweeted by the KingsIslandPR twitter https://twitter.com/KingsIslandPR

 

 

It appears as though Blackout will be open for a special night event including The Bat and Banshee! 

 

 

More event information can be found at https://www.visitkingsisland.com/things-to-do/events-and-promotions

Coolio! Probably could've been posted here though, yeah?

http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php/topic/31664-kings-island-2016-discussion-thread-opening-day-april-16th/page-44#entry719060

I think this can get it's own little post.

I started a thread about this awhile back: http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php/topic/31842-passholder-night-ert-fri-may-13/

How much are the beers at the Banshee Brew Fest?

^ Last year, there was an event ticket that included a certain number of beer & food tastings.

That's right.  Banshee Brew Fest is a separately ticketed event, includes 15 5oz. beer samples, 2 food tickets and a souvenir mug.  Full details and prices here: https://www.visitkingsisland.com/events/things-to-do/events-and-promotions/Banshee-Brew-Festival

I think we are going to give the Banshee Brew a try this year.  Doesn't seem like a bad deal and its cheaper to try new beers this way than paying for a six pack at the store and not liking it.

I will most definitely be doing both events, and am looking forward to both!

Finances permitting I think I might too. I don't like beer, but I've noticed Angry Orchard and a couple other cider companies are some of the featured breweries. I love hard cider. I'm hoping Rhinegeist brings Cidergeist too, because that is my new favorite, truly local, cider. Interested in trying the food too.

I'm right there with ya magenta... I do too care much for beer but am willing to try some new things and I feel like this might be a good way to do that.... I don't wanna pay $10 for one type of beer at the store and then not even like it as to where with this, I can try many different types and the food sounds like it will be good

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There SHOULD be a designated driver ticket available, including food samples only for a reasonable price. DC REQUIRES this. The park should WANT to do this, for many, many reasons.

^ Such a ticket is indeed available.

Yes, there indeed is a soda-and-food only discounted ticket for designated drivers or others who aren't interested in drinking for whatever reason. I strongly considered it last year, but decided I wasn't excited enough about the food options to face a busy weekend crowd. But getting to try some new-to-me ciders might be the deciding factor.

and 15.99 is a great price for 2 meals and unlimited drinks