Archive For May, 2019
Six Flags and Atari partner to add branded real-world theme park attractions to RollerCoaster Tycoon Touch
By News Release | May 30, 2019
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — Six Flags Entertainment, the world’s largest regional theme park company, and Atari — one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers—today announced a licensing partnership that will feature real-world Six Flags content in the smash hit RollerCoaster Tycoon Touch mobile game. The Six Flags content will include the company’s world record-breaking roller coasters […]
NASHVILLE, TN – The AIMS International Safety Award is presented annually to the individual or organization that demonstrates leadership, innovation, and foresight in improving safety in the amusement industry. With safety as the industry’s #1 concern for amusement industry guests and employees worldwide, efforts in improving safety are shown in many forms: the design and implementation of […]
The heroic pups of PAW Patrol find a new home in Movie Park Germany’s Nickland
By News Release | May 22, 2019
BOTTROP-KIRCHHELLEN — PAW Patrol is about to start its next exciting mission – at Movie Park Germany! The popular TV rescue pup team from the hit animated Nickelodeon TV series produced by Spin Master Entertainment has now found a new, adventurous home: the family-friendly world of “Adventure Bay” opens today, based on the setting of […]
HOUSTON — Plan to join Space Center Houston’s Apollo 11 50th Live, presented by JSC Federal Credit Union. Tickets for the spectacular Apollo-themed celebrations go on-sale Friday, May 24 at noon. All eyes will be on Houston, the home of human spaceflight, as the world celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing and […]
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment offers free admission for U.S. military veterans and their families
By News Release | May 21, 2019
ORLANDO, Fla. — Starting today through July 15, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is offering free admission for U.S. military veterans and their families at its SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio, and SeaWorld San Diego parks. This offer is part of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment’s longstanding Waves of Honor program, which salutes active duty military members, veterans […]
Intercard and Pinnacle Entertainment Group team up to serve FECs world-wide
By News Release | May 15, 2019
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Intercard and Pinnacle Entertainment Group have teamed up to serve the arcade and FEC market by providing each other’s clients with the best in cashless technology and arcade consulting services. Both companies are well-known in the industry, have customers around the globe and even share a connection to the city of […]
Efteling launches new 3D film in collaboration with multi award-winning UK studio Aardman
By News Release | May 14, 2019
Efteling – the fairytale theme park in the South of Holland – has announced that 4D theatre attraction PandaDroom will re-open with a new restaurant, a new 3D film and a new name; Fabula. PandaDroom was first opened in 2002 in collaboration with the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF NL), to celebrate Efteling’s 50th anniversary, showing a film […]
Often imitated, but never duplicated … Registration is open for the networking event of the year!
By News Release | May 13, 2019
The 2019 Golden Ticket Awards is the most entertaining way to see behind the scenes of several aspects of the amusement industry and to recognize the Best of the Best! Connect with insiders and colleagues while gathering new insights and perspectives. The Golden Ticket Awards registration is open only to industry professionals. A weekend awaits of incomparable […]
After over 12 years of successful, international and cooperative development of wiegand.maelzer GmbH, Mr. Rainer Maelzer has decided to leave the company by the end of May 2019. With his extensive experience and professionalism, Rainer Maelzer succeeded in expanding the market position of wiegand.maelzer from a European manufacturer of waterslides to a global player. He […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Dollywood again solidified its place among the nation’s premier family destinations as Dolly Parton today officially opened Wildwood Grove, the largest expansion in park history. Parton opened the fascinating new land to visitors ready to enjoy its 11 thrilling new experiences. During an early morning media event, Parton shared the inspiration […]
