Theme park news for Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is led by Six Flags’ acquisition of ArieForce One, the Rocky Mountain Construction steel coaster from the now-closed Fun Spot America Atlanta, which the chain plans to bring back at an undisclosed park for the 2028-2029 seasons.
This theme park news roundup also covers Six Flags’ new installment-payment option for Season Passes, a TAIT leadership appointment, and Four Seasons Resort Orlando’s Thanksgiving dining lineup. In stadiums and live music, LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Oak View Group has added a new signature-experience executive, Suno has launched its V6 AI music models with Warner Music and BMG on board, and Alex Warren’s WILDCHILD has debuted at No. 1 on two Billboard charts.
The TLDR
- Theme Parks & Roller Coasters: Six Flags Acquires ArieForce One
- Stadiums & Arenas: LIV Golf Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
- Live Music & Venues: Oak View Group Hires Teuta Gashi as Signature Experience SVP
Theme Parks & Roller Coasters
Six Flags Acquires ArieForce One
Six Flags has acquired ArieForce One, the 154-foot Rocky Mountain Construction steel coaster that closed at Fun Spot America Atlanta on August 2, 2026 after opening in March 2023. The ride features a top speed of 64 mph, roughly 3,400 feet of track, and four inversions, and Six Flags plans to keep its name when it opens at an undisclosed park during the 2028-2029 seasons, according to Amusement Today. Six Flags has not said which park will get it. Fans curious about other singular coaster designs can revisit our profile of Lightning Run, Kentucky Kingdom’s one-of-a-kind hyper coaster.
Six Flags Rolls Out Flex Pay by Upgrade
Six Flags has launched Flex Pay by Upgrade, a buy-now-pay-later option that lets eligible guests split Season Pass and other qualifying purchases of $49 or more into fixed monthly payments through fintech partner Upgrade. The option applies to eligible online purchases and requires guests to be 18 or older and approved through a credit review, according to Amusement Today.
TAIT Names Zeina Dagher SVP for MENA
Live-event technology firm TAIT has named Zeina Dagher senior vice president and regional leader for the Middle East and North Africa, overseeing operations across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the wider region. Dagher joins after more than 13 years in entertainment leadership roles, including stints at Dubai Holding Entertainment’s Global Village, Emaar Entertainment, and Dubai Opera, according to blooloop.
Four Seasons Orlando Details Thanksgiving Dining
The Four Seasons Resort Orlando has detailed its Thanksgiving Day dining lineup for November 26, 2026, including a Disney character breakfast with Goofy and friends at Ravello priced at $64 per adult and $44 per child. Holiday buffets are also planned at Ravello ($170 per adult) and Plancha ($150 per adult), alongside an in-room Thanksgiving meal for $59 per person and takeaway packages serving five or eight guests, according to WDW News Today.
Stadiums & Arenas
LIV Golf Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on September 8, 2026, as part of a restructuring agreement with BC Partners intended to keep the league running into 2027. Court documents show LIV owes an estimated $500 million to $1 billion to more than 1,000 creditors, including players Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, while Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has committed $49.6 million in debtor-in-possession financing after cutting off its earlier backing, according to Front Office Sports.
Live Music & Venues
Oak View Group Hires Teuta Gashi as Signature Experience SVP
Oak View Group has named Teuta Gashi senior vice president of its Signature Experience Portfolio, where she will lead premium events and exclusive experiences for the venue operator. Gashi joins from Blackstone, where she served as senior vice president of events and experiential marketing, and will be based in New York reporting to Chief Business Officer Amy Latimer, according to Pollstar.
Suno Launches V6 AI Music Models With Warner and BMG
AI music startup Suno launched its V6 model family on September 9, 2026, built in partnership with rights holders Warner Music Group, BMG, and Believe. The V6 lineup includes three tiers, with the flagship V6 model reserved for paying subscribers and a free V6-mini version, marking Suno’s first release built with licensed label partnerships while the company continues to face copyright lawsuits from other music companies, according to Billboard.
Alex Warren’s WILDCHILD Debuts at No. 1 on Two Billboard Charts
Alex Warren’s new album WILDCHILD debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales and Vinyl Albums charts, marking his first leader on both rankings. The set also opened at No. 2 on the overall Billboard 200 with 75,000 equivalent album units in its first week, his best sales week and second top-10 album yet, according to Billboard.
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Theme Park News FAQs
Which Six Flags park will get ArieForce One?
Six Flags has not announced a destination park. The coaster is expected to open at an undisclosed Six Flags property during the 2028-2029 seasons.
What are ArieForce One’s specs?
ArieForce One is a Rocky Mountain Construction steel coaster standing 154 feet tall, reaching 64 mph, with about 3,400 feet of track and four inversions.
Why did LIV Golf file for bankruptcy?
LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 protection on September 8, 2026 as part of a restructuring with BC Partners, owing an estimated $500 million to $1 billion to over 1,000 creditors after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund pulled its earlier funding.
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