What's New for 2019 at Luna Park, Six Flags, Sesame Place, Hershey, and Theme Parks Near NYC
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![The grand-daddy of all the thrill rides at The Kartrite, the Nor’easter will take you and 3 others on the ride of a lifetime. Rendering courtesy of the Kartrite](https://mommyp-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/styles/image620x420/s3/kartrite_waterpark_from_noreaster_copy.png?itok=Od2Ol2mj)
Spring may have just begun, but a summer of fun is right around the corner, and NYC's favorite nearby theme parks are starting the 2019 season with thrilling new rides, stunning expansions, and stellar upgrades. Luna Park at Coney Island opens this weekend on Saturday, April 6 with new attractions, and New York State's biggest indoor water park at brand-new Catskills resort The Kartrite is set to open on Friday, April 19.
Keep this post close when planning your next theme park destination getaway. Whether you're planning a day trip or an extended stay, these theme parks are all under 2 hours from NYC. Read on for a sneak peek at what's new and exciting this year at amusement parks close to NYC, from Coney to Hershey.