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Worlds of Fun is a popular amusement park located in Kansas City, Missouri. Here are some fun facts about the park.Worlds of Fun opened in 1973 and was originally owned by Lamar Hunt, who also owned the Kansas City Chiefs and co-founded the American Football League. The park covers over 235 acres and features more than 100 rides, attractions, and shows.Worlds of Fun has a sister park called Oceans of Fun, which is a separate water park located adjacent to Worlds of Fun. Both parks are owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company. One of the most popular rides at Worlds of Fun is the Mamba roller coaster, which reaches speeds of up to 75 miles per hour and has a drop of 205 feet.The park has hosted many concerts and special events over the years, including performances by artists like Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, and Fleetwood Mac. Worlds of Fun is home to a number of unique attractions, including the world's largest six-loop roller coaster, called the Patriot, and the Timber Wolf, which is the tallest and fastest wooden roller coaster in the Midwest.The park has a number of food and beverage options, including traditional amusement parks fare like corn dogs and funnel cakes, as well as more unique options like gourmet macaroni and cheese and BBQ pork nachos.Worlds of Fun has won numerous awards and accolades over the years, including being named one of the best amusement parks in the United States by Travel + Leisure magazine.