Coaster Con is the largest annual event held by the American Coaster Enthusiasts. It is a week-long gathering of roller coaster fans from across the country, filled with exclusive ride times, behind the scenes tours, and tons of fun. 2023 was the 45th annual Coaster Con, and was held at both Dollywood and Carowinds.

In this video, I show off the many opening activities at the event, including exclusive ride time on a brand new roller coaster,
a great Smokey Mountain-cooked meal, a concert from an ABBA tribute band, and an appearance from Dolly Parton herself!

This is the first of a 6 part series of videos from Coaster Con 45, so be sure to subscribe to catch the rest. Be sure to also follow @bluediamondcoasters on Instagram and TikTok.