SANTA CRUZ, CA, 2013-05-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — California’s historic seaside amusement park will introduce the only spinning roller coaster in Northern California this summer. The new $6 million dollar roller coaster, named Undertow, was manufactured by German coaster specialist Maurer Sohne. Unlike most roller coasters which carry an entire trainload of riders, Undertow uses individual cars each holding 4 riders, with each pair of riders facing opposite directions. The ride experience changes every time, depending on the weight and position of riders in the car. The coaster is a significant investment for the historic seaside park.
Summer Entertainment on the Beach
Jump City, a new Stomp-style production from Mirage Entertainment runs 5 days a week, July 7 – August 15 on the Boardwalk’s Beach Bandstand. The supercharged 30-minute show, jam-packed with urban beats, hip-hop dance, and street-smart acrobatics brings a modern twist to a Boardwalk tradition. Admission to the Boardwalk and beach entertainment is always free.
Free Friday Night Bands On the Beach
The Boardwalk’s nostalgic concert series, featuring Top 40 bands from the 70s, 80s, and 90s is one of the best summer deals in the world. The spectacular Monterey Bay backdrop, relaxed California beach vibe, and popular bands, make this an unforgettable experience. Visitors and locals bring their own beach chairs for free shows on the Boardwalk’s Beach Bandstand every Friday night from June 14 to August 30. The 2013 lineup includes War, Eddie Money, Blue Oyster Cult, The Tubes, Gin Blossoms, Y&T, ABC, Berlin featuring Terri Nunn, Santana lead singer Gregg Rollie, Cracker/Camper Van Beethoven, and Foghat.
Free Movies on the Beach
Every Wednesday night at 9pm, July 6 through August 10 visitors bring their beach chairs and blankets for some old-fashioned family fun. This year two of the movies were filmed locally -The Lost Boys and Chasing Mavericks; other movies showing on the beach this summer include Big, Footloose, Tremors, Ice Age, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and The Wedding Singer.
Boardwalk Schedule
Boardwalk rides are open weekends 49 weeks of the year, and open daily March 25 – September 2 (note: limited rides on Spring weekdays.) Boardwalk Arcades are open daily year-round.
2013 Ride Ticket Prices and Summer Discounts
Admission to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is free; 2013 ride ticket prices:
- Individual Ride Tickets: $3.00 – $6.00
- All Day Unlimited Ride Wristbands: $31.95
- Season Passes: $72.95
Popular Weeknight Discounts begin June 17 and continue through August 27, 2013:
- $1 Nights, Monday and Tuesday nights after 5pm all rides, Pepsi, hot dogs, and cotton candy are just $1.00 each.
- Pepsi Nights, Wednesday and Thursday nights after 5pm Ride Wristbands are $12.95
About the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
The historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features both modern and classic thrill rides, restaurants, miniature golf, video game arcades, and family bowling located on a mile of sandy beach. Named the world’s Best Seaside Amusement Park by industry experts, the Boardwalk is home to two National Historic Landmarks.
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is located at 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
www.beachboardwalk.com; 831-423-5590; guest.services@beachboardwalk.com
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s 2013 Season Includes New Spinning Roller Coaster