The Phoenix rises in Coney Island during ribbon-cutting ceremony
After months of anticipation, the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening of the Phoenix roller coaster, Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park’s newest ride, took place Thursday, July 1 at 10 a.m.
The grand opening came in the wake of Saturday’s “soft opening” of the ride, described as a “family thrill roller coaster.” The park’s management received the official green light at the last minute, much to the delight of thrill seekers.
And according to the Vourderis family, the park’s owners, reviews have been overwhelmingly positive.