Media Center
This section of the Carowinds website is tailored for media professionals. The Carowinds communications team is enthusiastic about collaborating with members from traditional media and digital content creators, including social media influencers.
Media on assignment are encouraged to contact the Carowinds communications department with assignment details and deadlines to evaluate in-park options, subject to availability.
- Working media on assignment are provided complimentary admission and parking.
- Media on assignment will be asked to provide a current government-issued photo ID and a business card to the Post One security office located on Best Day Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. Download directions here.
Live Remotes
Carowinds can assist with both radio and television live remotes. All live remotes, except for breaking news, must be arranged at least one week before the scheduled date.
Contact the communications department for general media inquiries, b-roll footage, and high-resolution image requests. Please let us know if you would like to be included on Carowinds' media list.
For Media Inquiries
Ashlyn Pecchio
Manager, Digital Marketing
Phone: 704.583.9144
Email: ashlyn.pecchio@carowinds.com
Advertising
For advertising inquiries, please contact Zimmerman Advertising at cedarfairmedia@zadv.com.
General Inquiries or Guest Services
If you have general inquiries or need assistance with guest services, please contact us via our Contact Us page.
Media personnel, including those handling videography and photography, must always be accompanied by a Carowinds representative. Prior arrangements through the communications department are necessary to ensure the availability of our staff.
• In accordance with Carowinds’ rules and regulations, “using cameras or recording devices where signs or announcements prohibit their use” and “entering into areas of the Park that are considered restricted or behind-the-scenes as determined by Carowinds management” is prohibited, and “video, still photo cameras as well as any other loose objects are not allowed on attractions.”
• Unauthorized point-of-view (POV) videography is prohibited. This encompasses GoPros, regardless of the securing device, sunglass-integrated cameras, and other compact camera devices. While requests for POV footage can be submitted, permission will only be granted to select qualified projects. Pre-recorded footage can be accessed in Carowinds’ media kits.
• Commercial use is permitted through the Marketing Department. Before use on any ride or attraction, Operations, Maintenance, and Safety will inspect and approve the camera rigging. Each camera device must be securely attached to the ride vehicle or its designated mounting bracket using at least two methods: bolts/fasteners, clamps, zip ties, duct tape, or a suction-style mount specifically designed for the camera.
• Unsolicited photographing or video recording that disrupts a guest’s experience or interferes with park operations is not permitted.
• While on an attraction the photographed guest(s) are to be participating in a way that is prescribed by the attraction manufacturer.
• During SCarowinds, photography or filming inside mazes or scare zones is strictly forbidden. Violations may lead to park eviction.
• Interviews with guests, associates, or vendors require prior coordination with the Carowinds' communications department.
• Unauthorized filming crews and extensive filming equipment, including tripods and external lights, require explicit permission for usage within the park.
Drone Policy: All drones (Unmanned Aerial Systems) are prohibited at (in) all Cedar Fair parks, including Carowinds. Any unauthorized drone(s) observed over Carowinds will be reported to the FAA and local law enforcement, regardless of its point of origin or operation. Drones may pose a potential safety risk and violate Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.