Ahhh, Good old Americana. The Largest of the Worlds at Worlds of Fun. This enormous world includes TEN different rides, the parks old front gate, the Forum Amphitheater (Home to the Sumer Spectacular), many games of chance as well as plenty of shops and placed to eat. This world is also home to the smaller Bearenstein Bear Country for younger Worlds of Fun guests. For more information onn a ride, just click where it says to.
WORLDS OF FUN RAILROAD
A traditional train ride with an actual steam powered locomotive named "Eli". This is an original ride to the park. It takes riders on a basic tour across most of WOF. This can be a relaxing ride especially at the end of the day. It is nice to ride it at night as well. You can see most of the rides lit up. For more information about the Worlds of Fun Railroad and "Eli" Click Here.
KRAZY KARS
A bumber car ride for kids to young to ride the Autobahn. They are tn the left of the train depot.
SCRAMBLER
This ride was moved from Scadinavia and was originally named the Scandi Scrambler. This is a very moderate ride, and stays plane with the ground. It moves in a circular "egg-beater" motion. The Scrambler is a great ride and one of my favorites. For more information on this ride Click Here.
DETONATOR
This is a relativly new ride, added in 1996. It was the first twin version of the "Space Shot" designed by Sports Power Inc. Each tower seats 12 people, with a maximum rider capacity of 24. Riders are shot up 200 feet at speeds of 45 mph. This generates 4.5 G's or 4.5 times the normal earth's gravity. Then after reaching the top they freefall at a negative 1 G. The Detonator is powered by 5,000 horsepower engine which generates the compressed air that runs the it. For more information on the detonator Click Here.
Added: 1996Rating: AggressiveHeight Requirement: 46"
CYCLONE SAM'S
Cyclone Sam's was built in 1995 to replace the Wobble Wheel, and for those familiar with that ride that's basically what this is. This is a high speed circular ride that changes directions rapidly. It is set as if you were inside of a Cyclone. Lightning, Thunder, and Wind are all simulated so it is like you are in a Cyclone. While waiting in line, be aware of the old guy on the television. He is Really annoying! For those rainy days this is the only ride that will stay open during lightning, because it is indoors. (NOTE: This Ride Uses Strobe Lights)
TIMBERWOLF
Worlds of Fun's only and Very First ever Wooden Roller Coaster. It breaks down more than the employees like to think about though. However, it is still rated as one of the best in the world and held the title for Best Coaster in the World in 1991! For more info on this ride Click Here.
Added: 1989Rating: AggressiveHeight Requirement: 48"
OMEGATRON
Don't miss this ride. It's nestled back there past the Timberwolf. There is a small game outlet and it is located towards the back. This is a great deal like the Sea Dragon, only it goes all the way around, 360 degrees at six stories in the air! This ride has circular motion and goes completly upside down for a matter of seconds (it stays stationary for a few seconds). Just a suggestion, Empty your pockets before you ride this!
ROCKIN' REELER
Okay, has your basic circular motion in a 48-ft diameter circle with small inclines. It is described as a Himalayan type ride. A good ride for those who aren't up to the Larger thrill rides. For more information about the Rockin' Reeler Click Here.
SKYLINER
Your basic ferris wheel. This ferris wheel is 60 feet tall, and placed at one of the highest points in Worlds Of Fun which gives a great view of the park. It is located at the end of Beat Street. For more information about the Skyliner Click Here.
RIPCORD
The badest of the bad. The basic principle for this ride is free flight. Passengers are hooked to two steel cables, which are attached to two twin flight towers. They are then pulled up 200 feet face down to the top of the lauch tower. When the passenger pulls the ripcord they free fall down 200 feet and back again in a pendulum motion at speeds of up to 80 miles per hour. The heavier the flyer(s) the faster the ride. Skycoaster Experience built the RipCord. It is basically, a combination of sky diving and bungie jumping. Click Here for more information about this Ride.
Added: 1996Rating: AggressiveHeight Requirement: 48"
FORUM AMPHITHEATER
PARROT JUNCTION
Fowl Play A talking birds show. A trainer has a group of birds and tells some facts about them but they also sing and talk for the audience. The show lasts about 20 minutes.
SHOW TIMES:
Spring & Fall: Saturday & Sunday 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm, and 5:30pm Summer: Sunday thru Saturday 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm and 6:30pm (6:30 PM Shows only on Friday & Saturday)
FRONT STREET
Includes the Front Street Emporium (Gift Shop), the only REAL ice cream parlor at WOF (Not the Dippin' Dots), Sharon's Sweet Shoppe (Candy Store), Candlestix, the Sports Fan Attic, and an Air Brush Artist (the 90's version of WOF personalization). Also included on Front Street is the Famous WOF Fountain.
BEAT STREET
Not as big as Front Street but still cool. It includes Super Star Studios, which is a real recording studio that you can record you singing your favorite song or make a music video. Also, there is Odds and Ends the clearance rack for Worlds Of Fun. Odds and Ends sells shirts for five dollars and an actual affordable souvenirs. The Rockin' Reeler and the Skyliner are part of Beat Street. CLick Here for more information on Beat Street.
GAME STREET U.S.A.
This is just beyond the Timberwolf and is Very much like the Casbah games in Africa, only bigger. It includes Uncle Sam's Skeeball Hall and the New Funtier as well as many games of chance, usually for $1.00 each. Beware of the music though. You will hear "Green Acres", "Beverly Hillbillies" and "YMCA" Too many times!