Memorial Day marks busy time of year for Waldameer
Yahoo26-05-2025
Waldameer Park representatives said they've been enjoying a nice start to their summer season as they welcomed thousands of people to the park on Memorial Day.
Waldameer's Chief Operating Officer Brian Gorman said many people have been eager to get out and enjoy the nice weather after what's been a cold and rainy May.
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He said their new ride, the Time Twister, has been well-received and that people are excited to be back in the park with family.
'We come to Waldameer every year on Memorial Day. We love it, and wanted to check out the new ride,' said Ashley Strello, who was visiting Waldameer with family.
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'Being able to have the option for families to come and enjoy our park on a day like this, it's a great holiday weekend and is the unofficial start of summer. We have great areas to relax, cook food, and enjoy time with the family, which is what we're all about. It's about family and having safe fun here. That's what it's all about,' said Gorman.
While the park has been open every weekend since May 3, Sunday marked opening day for Water World over at Waldameer.
Summer hours go into full effect starting Friday, June 6.
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Waldameer's Chief Operating Officer Brian Gorman said many people have been eager to get out and enjoy the nice weather after what's been a cold and rainy May.
PA Soldiers' & Sailors' Home holds Memorial Day ceremony
He said their new ride, the Time Twister, has been well-received and that people are excited to be back in the park with family.
'We come to Waldameer every year on Memorial Day. We love it, and wanted to check out the new ride,' said Ashley Strello, who was visiting Waldameer with family.
NFL Hall of Famer Fred Biletnikoff makes stop in Erie to sign autographs, raise funds
'Being able to have the option for families to come and enjoy our park on a day like this, it's a great holiday weekend and is the unofficial start of summer. We have great areas to relax, cook food, and enjoy time with the family, which is what we're all about. It's about family and having safe fun here. That's what it's all about,' said Gorman.
While the park has been open every weekend since May 3, Sunday marked opening day for Water World over at Waldameer.
Summer hours go into full effect starting Friday, June 6.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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