Archive For August, 2020
Now, there is no need for a tent or enclosed space to present a spectacular theatrical show. Al Belmont is as pleased as he can be about the reception given his Open-Air Theater of Magic Show, Belmont’s Evening of Fun & Magic, in Wildwood, New Jersey’s premier family resort. Ranging from a prime-time, two-minute story […]
Polin Waterparks is honored with a virtual award for exceptional virtual booth design and the digital contents at IAAPA Virtual Expo Asia. As concern quickly grows over the coronavirus pandemic, IAAPA has been closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation since early January. After careful review, they have made the decision to postpone IAAPA Expo Asia 2020 (originally […]
VENLO, The Netherlands — Only the bravest adventurers dare enter the castle of knight Kunibert and his ancestors. Kunibert’s Abenteuer is an exciting dark ride where visitors discover something new every time. Kunibert’s AbenteuerThe interactive Dark Ride, Kunibert’s Abenteuer, is completely designed in a ghostly castle theme. The story is based on knight Kunibert, a […]
As amusement, theme and water parks prepare to reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, health and safety considerations have never been more critical. While the importance of preventative measures such as hand sanitizing are generally well-understood, one of the key challenges for amusement parks is making it easy for employees and the public to prevent the […]
TAMPA, Fla. (August 4, 2020) – Award-winning Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay and Adventure Island now have more opportunities for guests to celebrate summer safely with NEW nights added to Summer Nights and NEW days of operation added for waterpark thrills! These spacious, open air summer offerings give guests the opportunity to enjoy the parks with peace of mind that they will have […]
AT: B. Derek Shaw PENNSYLVANIA — Due to ongoing COVID-19 mitigation, both Pennsylvania ride safety seminars this fall have been cancelled. Conducted by Slaggert Risk Management for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, Amusement Ride Safety Division, the Pennsylvania Amusement Ride Safety Seminar is usually held in early November in the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area. The other ride […]
Semnox, the leading RFID-based Venue Management Solutions provider and Sports Simulator have announced the launch of their integrated solution “Sports Play Connect”. With 29+ Sports, 539+ Game Challenges and an active presence at 2266+ Sporting Venues, Sports Simulator is a pioneer in the entertainment industry. The unique detection system developed by Sports Simulator can accurately […]
ORLANDO, Fla. — IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, concluded its first-ever virtual Expo and conference – IAAPA Virtual Expo: Asia. The event was attended by more than 4,000 participants, featured 131 companies on the virtual trade show floor, and was widely followed online and on social media. During IAAPA Virtual Expo: Asia, global attractions […]
H.R. 7883, the Agricultural Fairs Rescue Act, which will provide $500 million in grant funding to state, county and local fair organizations has been introduced by U.S. Representatives Jimmy Panetta (D-20th/CA) and Billy Long (R-7th/MO). Ensuring that fair organizations have adequate resources to re-start their hosting of events for 2021 is critical to the recovery […]
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Mall of America is excited to welcome guests back to enjoy Nickelodeon Universe beginning August 10. After remaining closed for nearly five months due to COVID-19, the seven-acre theme park located inside Mall of America will reopen with significant changes to maintain a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for those who visit. The […]
