Ohio’s Largest Playground™ - Open For The Season, By Judy Worley: Kids want thrills, moms want to relax, and dads want to get in a round or two of golf. That’s why Warren County is “Ohio’s Largest Playground”™. It is easy to find exciting attractions and entertainment close to home in Warren County.  Discover world-class theme parks, quaint towns and villages, unique country museums, 100’s of antique and specialty shops, and some of the best nature and outdoor activities in the heart of the Midwest. 

Paramount’s Kings Island™

Paramount’s Kings Island™ (PKI) is the country’s best seasonal theme park and one of the largest theme parks in the Midwest, winning the award of “Best Kids Area in the World” five years in a row. The park offers more than 80 rides and attractions, including the world-renowned wooden roller coaster pair, The Beast™ and Son of Beast, holding records for the world’s tallest, fastest, and only looping roller coasters.

The New Nickelodeon™ Universe

Paramount’s Kings Island™ also has the world’s largest collection of Nick-inspired attractions in the new Nickelodeon™ Universe. Eighteen rides and attractions, some designed to allow kids and adults to ride together, bring to life the most popular Nick character celebrities and adventures including: Lazy Town™, The Backyardigans™,  The Rugrats™, Dora the Explorer™, The Fairly OddParents™, The Wild Thornberrys™, and Blues Clues™ are just a few of the characters kids will find.  

Festive Events At Paramount’s Kings Island™

Join all your favorite Nick Friends throughout the year at the The New Nickelodeon™ Universe. The Nickelodeon Celebration Parade, scheduled from June through July, is a highlight of a day at Paramount’s Kings Island™. Gather up your friends and family for Paramount’s Kings Island™ holiday celebrations like the 4th of July celebration. This event is a four-day celebration of Nights of Fire, July 1-4. In the Fall, ghosts and goblins take over Kings Island as the Halloween Haunt gives guests thrills and chills. this is a great time for families because the little ones can enjoy fun treat or treating with Dora The Explorer and Nickelodeon friends. Then, at the night, the older kids and those seeking chilling thrills can face their fear at Fear Fest. With a wide variety of food, shopping and the best in Hollywood entertainment, Paramount’s Kings Island offers family fun for everyone.

Ride A Train!

Do something different – ride a train!  What can be more fun than taking the kids on a train ride? The Lebanon, Mason, Monroe Railroad began its season in May and continues through September, featuring several family fun excursions on Clifford’s Big Red Train Ride, departing from the Lebanon Station. Experience the nostalgia and excitement of rail travel in historic downtown Lebanon. And back by popular demand…Thomas The Tank Engine in September.