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_________________________________________________________________________________  Beech Bend Park President, Dallas Jones announced that free soft drinks will be included in all park admissions in 2010.  The park will offer an adult admission and a child/senior admission and both will include unlimited free soft drinks plus unlimited rides, use of Splash Lagoon Water Park, Granny Jones' Petting Farm and free miniature golf. Free parking, free sunscreen and free tubes/mats will also return in 2010.  

2010 Expansion Plans

Dallas Jones, President and owner of Beech Bend Park, Inc., announced plans for a multi-million dollar park expansion and several significant improvements to the existing facilities.  The new attractions and enhancements are slated to be open later in the 2010 season.

Water Park Expansion Plans

The expansion plans include a wave pool, lazy river and water play structure.  The 275,000-gallon wave pool will be the centerpiece of the new water park expansion.  It is being designed by Family Fun Corporation and CDI of Ohio and will include waves generated by Murphy Waves.  It will feature eight wave chambers and can generate eight different wave patterns from mild to wild.  The 1,100 foot long lazy river will feature a “not so lazy” component as it is connected directly to the wave pool.  Waves generated from the wave pool flow into the river causing a unique ocean motion effect. The four-story play structure will feature seven slides, cascading waterfalls and interactive water elements all contained in a 72,000-gallon zero entry pool.  The structure was designed by Texas based Fun Works Design Group and will feature a tropical theme complete with toucans, surf boards, tiki statues and palm trees.

Exciting New Ride Additions

In addition to the water park expansion, two new rides will be added, a Family Tea Cup and a Quad Runner children’s ride.  The new Family Tea Cup Ride will replace the mini tea-cup ride that has been in the park for several years.  The ride is a larger, family size ride being constructed in Italy by Zamperla Rides.  The new Quad Runner Ride is for the little ones in the family.  This ride is a new version of the Hampton Combo ride that is next to the Tornado. It features Quad Runners as the ride vehicles.  It's sure to be a hit! 

Other New Additions

Beech Bend Park will feature a new musical production for 2010 and two favorites will return.  The popular magic show starring Master Illusionist Dinky Gowen will return.  The magic show features good ole’ fashioned family fun with magic, lots of laughs and some ventriloquism antics.  The Beech Bend Super Star Talent Show was a huge hit and will return in 2010 also.  Several winners from the 2009 season were discovered while performing at Beech Bend and are pursuing many great leads generated by the show. 

Other 2010 enhancements will include a new employee break room, restrooms and a first aid facility.

Economic Impact

This expansion project will have an immediate effect on the Bowling Green region.  From concept to completion, this multi-million dollar park expansion will have an immediate economic impact on the area.  “We have hired local workers to begin phase one of the project,” said Jones.  “Each phase will require different types of local talent.”  Beech Bend also expects the expansion to create an additional 50 jobs for the 2010 summer season.

Vicki Fitch, Executive Director of the Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau recently commented, “The Bowing Green Area CVB is very appreciative of the investment Dallas and Alfreda Jones have made in Beech Bend Raceway, Park and Campground.  The attraction is a contributor to the tune of $42 million dollars a year to the tourism economic impact of Warren County.”

Beech Bend named 5th Friendliest Park Again!

Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Awards were announced on Sept. 10, 2009 and Beech Bend Park

was awarded the 5th Friendliest Park in the World Award.  The Kentucky Rumbler Wooden Coaster

was awarded the 17th Best Wooden Coaster in the World!  Come ride it for yourself and see why

it has been consistently ranked in the Top 20 since it was built in 2006.

FREE Soft Drinks, FREE Parking, FREE Sunscreen and FREE Water Park Mats & Tubes Every Day!

Sale on 2010 Season Passes 

Are you looking for a fun place to spend quality time with your family?  Beech Bend Park and Splash Lagoon has got your ticket to fun!  Season Passes for the 2010 season are on sale now at the lowest price of the year.   Our 2010 Season Pass is on sale now for just $99.95 each until July 31, 2010. That's a savings of 33% off the regular price of $149.95. Each season pass is good for one child or one adult.  We are close to home, affordable and we guarantee smiles, giggles, squeals of delight and lots of fond memories. Each season pass entitles the holder to enjoy all the rides and attractions in Beech Bend Park, Splash Lagoon Water Park, and Gold Rush Golf course everyday of the season (excludes go-carts, Water Wars and games).  It's not one, not two, but three family entertainment attractions all for one low price.  It's a great value! 

Beech Bend is now offering half price tickets for your friends and family when you purchase your 2010 season pass. For every season pass purchased, we’ll send you two certificates to purchase single day tickets for half price so you can share the fun with a friend or family member.  The certificates are valid any weekday throughout the season.  This offer won't last long so buy your season passes now!

Season passes can be purchased in person at the park office, over the telephone, or through the mail.  Just give us a call at (270)781-7634 to pay by credit card (Master Card, VISA or Discover) or send a check or money order to Beech Bend Park, 798 Beech Bend Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101.  See order form at bottom of page.

Kent Family Magic Circus returns For Kids Festival in 2010 The Kent Family Magic Circus will return to Beech Bend Park in 2010 for the 3rd Annual Kids Festival--July 12th through the 25th.  The Kent Family entertains with unbelievable magic and illusions, plus stilt walkers, juggling, fire breathing, characters and more.  Be sure to bring the kids during the Kids Festival for special activities, face painting, balloon animals and more. Beech Bend Super Star Talent Show to Return in 2010! The popular Beech Bend Super Star Singing Competition will return and showcase exceptional regional talent in 2010.  The season will kick off with an encore performance by last year's winner, Landri Taylor.  Landri will perform on Saturday, May 29th.  The competition will begin on June 4th and run through September 12th.  Show time is 3:30 each Saturday.  This year's winner will receive:  a fully paid scholarship to the 3 day Nashville Music Business Camp presented by top Nashville music executives, a Honey Oak acoustic guitar autographed by Teddy Gentry and donated by Porter and Gentry Productions and PCG Nashville, an appearance on PCG Nashville Showcase, and 2 tickets to the Grand Old Opry.  Simply send a text message or email to BeechBendSuperstar@gMail.com to sign up or to answer any questions. BIG NEWS!!!  Last year's runner-up, Kyle Whitaker from Morgantown, was flown to Los Angeles and will appear on CMT's The Singing Bee on March 19th.  Yeah, Kyle!
	Two new rides will be added in 2010:  a Family Tea Cup and a Quad Runner children’s ride.  The new Family Tea Cup Ride will replace the mini tea-cup ride that has been in the park for several years.  The ride is a larger, family size ride being constructed in Italy by Zamperla Rides.  The new Quad Runner Ride is for the little ones in the family.  This ride is a new version of the Hampton Combo ride that is next to the Tornado. It features Quad Runners as the ride vehicles.  It's sure to be a hit!
A fantastic magic show featuring Dinky Gowen, MASTER OF ILLUSIONS is on stage every day except Thursdays - magic, illusions, ventriloquism and good ole' family fun!
	Back by popular demand!  An updated "Retro Rock" show is set to return to the 2010 entertainment line-up.  The show will feature classic tunes of the 60's, 70's, and 80's set to exhilarating dancing and featuring a little funny business and a whole lot of family fun. Shows five days a week beginning Memorial Day Weekend.
Beech Bend Park was very excited when the Sea Dragon was purchased from Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch.  While Michael's life was controversial at times, his contribution to the music world is legendary.  With Michael's passing, we have been overwhelmed with calls and visits from fans wanting to ride the Sea Dragon from Neverland.  It's a great ride!

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Sale on Season Passes:  Are you looking for a fun place to spend quality time with your family?  Beech Bend Park and Splash Lagoon has got your ticket to fun!  Season Passes for the 2010 season are on sale now at the lowest price of the year.   Our 2010 Season Pass is on sale now for just $89.95 each until March 31, 2010.    That's a savings of 40% off the regular price of $149.95. Each season pass is good for one child or one adult.  We are close to home, affordable and we guarantee smiles, giggles, squeals of delight and lots of fond memories. Each season pass entitles the holder to enjoy all the rides and attractions in Beech Bend Park, Splash Lagoon Water Park, and Gold Rush Golf course everyday of the season (excludes go-carts, Water Wars and games).  It's not one, not two, but three family entertainment attractions all for one low price.  It's a great value!  Season passes can be purchased in person at the park office, over the telephone, or through the mail.  Just give us a call at (270)781-7634 to pay by credit card (Master Card, VISA or Discover) or send a check or money order to Beech Bend Park, 798 Beech Bend Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101.

Beech Bend is now offering half price tickets for your friends and family when you purchase your 2010 season pass. For every season pass purchased, we’ll send you two certificates to purchase single day tickets for half price so you can share the fun with a friend or family member.  The certificates are valid any weekday through June 18^th.  This offer won't last long so buy your season passes now!

Click HERE or on image at right to view and download PDF file <== Season Pass Order Form