Archive For 2019
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — The Lego Movie World opened to enthusiastic visitors for The first time today at Legoland Florida Resort, taking guests on an immersive journey from The Theater to The Theme park! Created in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Lego, The newest expansion features three new rides and numerous attractions, all inspired […]
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Mall of America (MOA) and Nickelodeon Universe, the seven-acre theme park inside MOA, will now officially be recognized as Certified Autism Centers (CAC), granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). As the first destination in Minnesota to become a Certified Autism Center, the certification means that visitors […]
Robert John Hoban, 62, of Manchester passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Galloway Township. He was born in Passaic and lived in Saddle Brook and Toms River before settling in Manchester five years ago. Robert was the Vice President of Maintenance for Six Flags Great Adventure for over […]
DUBAI — The 25th edition of DEAL 2019 show (Dubai Entertainment Amusement & Leisure), is now a permanent platform for the ardent followers of both arcade and virtual reality games. DEAL 2019 is poised to attract a bulk of investors from overseas and especially GCC countries scouting for opportunities within the amusement and entertainment industry. […]
Recipients will be honored during a ceremony at Amusement Expo NEEDHAM, Mass. — Firestone Financial announced their 2018 Platinum Partners today. This year’s selection includes leading manufacturers and distributors, chosen for their leadership and innovation in the Amusement industry and for their support of Firestone Financial’s initiatives throughout 2018. There will be an awards ceremony […]
Amusement Today will be publishing its annual amusement industry preview in the May 2019 issue. To make certain your new-for-2019 installs are included, send a list of your 2019 projects to jseifert@amusementtoday.com. The deadline for inclusion is April 10, 2019. AT is looking for any new ride or attraction at parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, traveling […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Dolly Parton is making good on staking her claim in Pigeon Forge with the construction of the Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, her newest attraction in the Smokies, and the treasure – buried and otherwise – already has begun to arrive and take shape at the venue. Construction on the Pirates […]
Components of the new Bouncing Buggies family ride are being unloaded from the tractor-trailer this morning at Quassy Amusement & Waterpark. The attraction will be set up adjacent to Ice Cream Parlor and ready for Quassy’s 111th season, which starts April 27.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carowinds marks a turning point in its evolution as a destination amusement park this year, introducing Copperhead Strike, the Carolinas’ first double launch coaster, for the 2019 season. Copperhead Strike is the central element of Blue Ridge Junction, a new immersive, richly themed area inspired by the majestic beauty and easy-going culture of […]
MIDDLEBURY, Conn. — Quassy Amusement Park opens for its 111th season of operation April 27 and 28 with a $45 carload special to benefit the Greater Waterbury Campership Fund. Up to 10 persons in one car will receive an all-day ride wristband for only $45, parking included. Those not taking part in the carload offer […]
