2026 Preservation Conference
(subject to change)

Schedule Advisory

Please be aware that activities in this schedule may be subject to change owing to circumstances beyond the control of ACE or our host parks. These include, but are not limited to, inclement weather or circumstances that may affect ride availability and safe operation, equipment problems or availability of facilities for planned activities. The parks will make every effort to adhere to the posted schedule, with all rides open as scheduled, and to inform ACE and attendees of any necessary changes. No refunds are given.

 

 

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Friday, September 4

Park hours: Noon to 8 p.m.

 

9:30 a.m.

Parking lot opens; present code for complimentary parking. (Code will be provided after registration.)

10 a.m.

Check-in at front entrance. Those that attended the pre-conference event at Enchanted Forest will already have credentials.

10:30 a.m. to Noon

ERT on Adrenaline Peak, Zoooooom Coaster, Scrambler and Carousel

Noon to 1 p.m.

Lunch in Dance Pavilion

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Presentations

2 p.m.<

Group photo

2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.

History walking tours available

A voucher will be provided for a second meal.

Oaks Park has a very historic skating rink. Attendees can add a skating session with their wristband for only $5 from either 1 to 5 or 7 to 10:30.

 

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Saturday, September 5

Park hours – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

 

Attendees arrive at their leisure and enjoy the park.

4:45 p.m.

Group photo

5 to 6 p.m.

Dinner at Picnic Pavilions

6 to 7 p.m.

ERT on Timberhawk: Bird of Prey, Wild Thing and Antique Carousel

 

NOTE: The Puyallup Fair at the Washington State Fairgrounds is less than eight miles from Wild Waves.

Want more?

Add on more fun if your travels allow.

 

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Thursday, September 3 (Add-On)

Park hours: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Check-in

9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

ERT on Ice Mountain Bobsled, Big Timber Log Flume, Challenge of Mondor

TBD

Presentation of plaque honoring Roger Tofte

TBD

Boxed lunch and park presentation at theater.

TBD

Special performance of “Pinocchio.”

 

NOTE: This special offer from Enchanted Forest grants you admission to the park and the ERT rides included. Following ERT when the park opens, tickets will be required at attractions as on any typical operating day. ACE attendees can purchase tickets to experience rides of their choice.

Want even more??

A convergence of FOUR fairs is happening in the region. See one of them or see all of them and add to your coaster adventures.

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September 4 to 27 (closed Tuesdays and Sept. 9)

 
110 9th Ave. SW,
Puyallup, WA 98371

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August 22 to September 7 (closed August 24 and 31)

 
2901 East Hastings St. Vancouver
British Columbia, CANADA (passport required)

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August 27 to September 7 (closed Sept. 2)

 

14405 179th Ave. SE,
Monroe WA 98272

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August 28 to September 7

 

2330 17th St. NE
Salem, OR 97301

Still want even more???

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People traveling to the Northwest who would like to pay a visit to Silverwood in Athol, Idaho, can enjoy a discount secured by ACE Northwest. Following confirmation of your registration for the Preservation Conference, attendees can obtain a discount off admission to Silverwood valid Tuesday, September 1 to Monday, September 7.