Cedar Point's Winter Chill Out event returns next month

Editor's note: Justin Dietz is a Register correspondent representing CPFoodBlog.com and @CPFoodBlog on Twitter.SANDUSKY — As the snow falls on the midways, roller coaster and ride vehicles are being disassembled, tested and then put back together for another year of fun at Cedar Point.The offseason is anything but boring on Sandusky's cold coast. While crews address maintenance items throughout the park, the planning, design and construction of new projects are also well underway for the new season and beyond.You may recall as soon as Cedar Point closed for the 2017 season, we learned both the Sandcastle Suites, Breakwater Cafe and former Oceana Stadium were being razed to make way for future progress. In addition, a new boardwalk will be constructed, connecting the front parking lot to the Hotel Breakers boardwalk.While guests receive little insights into the offseason developments, the best chance to hear all of the 2018 news is at the exclusive Winter Chill Out event, scheduled for Feb. 24.A very limited number of tickets to Winter Chill Out go on sale Tuesday. All proceeds of Winter Chill Out will benefit A Kid Again, an organization helping to restore a sense of normalcy for families having to care for a child with a life-threatening illness.When purchasing tickets — visit cedarpoint.com/play/events/winter-chill-out — you will choose between six start times: 8 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.The tour, which could last up to five hours, takes you through several behind-the-scenes areas around the Cedar Point peninsula. Highlights of the tour will include:• An exclusive look at Steel Vengeance• Facilities normally not accessible to guests• Question-and-answer sessions with the Cedar Point management team• A hot lunch• Additional surprisesNo rides or attractions are open during Winter Chill Out.Tickets for Winter Chill Out have sold out very fast during the past couple of years. So, if you have interest in attending, it is highly recommended to get tickets as soon as possible when they go on sale, especially if you want a specific time slot.For additional details, see the Cedar Point website. If you have specific questions, feel free to reach out to us on Facebook or Twitter.