Take Flight: New Flying Fox Roller Coaster is Here! Here's What You Need to Know

The moment thrill-seekers have been waiting for is finally here. Flying Fox, Kentucky Kingdom's newest roller coaster, is now open, and it's taking family fun to all-new heights. As the park's first brand-new coaster since 2019, Flying Fox is already one of the most talked-about reasons to visit Louisville's family theme and water park this year.

Whether you're a longtime fan, a first-time visitor, or a family looking for your next big adventure, here's everything you need to know about Flying Fox before you take flight.

Meet Jeb Fox: The Story Behind the Coaster

Flying Fox is more than a ride, it's an experience built around a story. Riders join the daring adventures of local legend and crop-dusting pilot Jeb Fox as the coaster sends them soaring over a vibrant Kentucky farmland setting.

The adventure begins in a barn-inspired queue that winds through hand-painted murals and playful audio featuring Jeb himself. The theme celebrates Kentucky's rich agricultural heritage with a lighthearted twist the whole family can enjoy, so the fun starts well before you even board.

What the Ride Is Like

Once you're strapped in, Flying Fox lives up to its name. This suspended family coaster gives riders the sensation of flying as the train glides along the track, catching a bird's-eye view of Louisville before plunging down through an underground tunnel for a thrilling, one-of-a-kind finish.

It's exciting without being extreme, which makes it the perfect coaster for families riding together. For younger guests ready to graduate from kiddie rides to something bigger, Flying Fox is an ideal introduction to the world of roller coasters.

Flying Fox by the Numbers

Here's a quick look at the stats that make Flying Fox such a standout addition to Kentucky Kingdom's lineup of rides:

•       Investment: a custom-built $14 million coaster

•       Track length: 1,380 feet

•       Height: over 6 stories tall

•       Top speed: 37 mph

•       Ride time: more than one minute

•       Bragging rights: the park's 6th roller coaster, the most of any theme park in Kentucky

A Milestone for Kentucky Kingdom

Flying Fox isn't just a new ride, it's a milestone. As the park's first new roller coaster in several years and its sixth coaster overall, it cements Kentucky Kingdom's place as the roller coaster capital of the Bluegrass State. There's no better year to plan a visit and see what's new.

The coaster's debut even gave back to the community: seats on the very first rides were auctioned off to benefit the Kentucky 4-H Foundation, supporting state-level 4-H programming, a fitting nod to the ride's farmland roots.

Plan Your Visit from Anywhere in the Region

Located right in Louisville, Kentucky, Kentucky Kingdom is an easy drive for families across the region. Whether you're coming from Lexington, Bowling Green, or Elizabethtown in Kentucky, crossing over from Southern Indiana and Evansville, or making the trip from Cincinnati, Indianapolis, or Nashville, Flying Fox is well worth the drive.

Before you go, check the park calendar for hours, review driving directions and parking, and plan your visit so you can head straight for the new coaster. Want to see what else is new this season? Take a look at what's new at Kentucky Kingdom.

Ride It All Season Long

If Flying Fox is at the top of your list, a 2026 Season Pass is the best way to enjoy it. A season pass locks in unlimited rides on Flying Fox all season long, plus access to every other coaster, family attraction, and Hurricane Bay water park, all for one price. Prefer a single trip? You can also buy daily admission online and save.

Ready to Take Flight?

Flying Fox is open and ready for riders, and it's calling your name. From its charming Kentucky farmland story to its soaring drops and underground tunnel, this family-friendly coaster is the can't-miss new attraction of the season.

Grab your tickets or become a Season Passholder today, and start planning your visit. Your high-flying adventure with Jeb Fox is waiting at Kentucky Kingdom.