Archive For 2020

Amusement Industry preview needs you!

By | March 19, 2020

Amusement Today is planning to publish its annual amusement industry preview in the May 2020 issue. To make certain your new-for-2020 installs are included, send a list of your 2020 projects to jseifert@amusementtoday.com. The deadline for inclusion is April 10, 2020. AT is looking for any new ride or attraction at parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, traveling carnivals […]

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To our Falcon’s family of clients, vendors, colleagues and friends

By | March 19, 2020

We sincerely hope you are all well as we do our best to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic and the global reaction that is dramatically impacting everyone. Our hearts go out to all those directly affected. Please know we are here to help and that our ability to deliver to our clients remains a top […]

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Innovative Leisure adds high ropes course to West Park Leisure Centre, U.K.

By | March 19, 2020

Adventure attractions specialist Innovate Leisure has announced the opening of its latest Sky Trail high ropes course at West Park Leisure Centre in Long Eaton, Nottingham, UK. The new addition to the venue made its debut just before Christmas 2019 and brings a totally new experience to the location, joining other, more familiar sporting activities. […]

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IAFE encourages you to contact your Congresspersons

By | March 19, 2020

Our industry – our amazing world of fairs and associated events, full of such good people – is being decimated by the coronavirus pandemic. We all know that the federal government is getting requests from every segment of the economy for assistance, and ours is no different. Now is the time that we all must […]

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Contact members of Congress to protect the U.S. attractions industry

By | March 19, 2020

While the health of Americans is of utmost importance, Congress must also protect the jobs and businesses affected by the coronavirus outbreak—which is having an unprecedented impact on the U.S. attractions industry. Has COVID-19 led to a reduction in your business? A reduction in advanced sales? Caused you to reduce your staff or close your […]

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Legacy Entertainment announces March 20th re-opening of Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park after short-term closure: Legacy continues work on a variety of additional major projects across Asia

By | March 19, 2020

SHANGHA, China — Signaling the start of a measured return to business as usual, Legacy Entertainment has announced that Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park will resume limited operations beginning Friday, March 20th after a short-term closure. The park had ceased operations on January 24th as a preventative safety measure in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. This phased roll-out […]

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A letter from Give Kids The World President Pamela Landwirth

By | March 18, 2020

Dear Give Kids The World Family, Thanks to your ongoing love and support, this year began with incredible promise and several significant milestones, including welcoming our 175,000th family in January; the completion of Henri’s Starlite Scoops; and many more impactful moments each and every day. The Village truly is a place where happiness inspires hope, […]

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OABA Covid-19 update: urgent call to action required

By | March 18, 2020

Our industry, for the most part, is shut down until at least the end of May. Most events are cancelled and some still scheduled most likely will not occur. The federal government has revised CDC guidelines, and many states and municipalities have imposed restrictions that surpass the federal suggestions. Our industry must be recognized by […]

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COVID-19 information and resources: economic impact resources

By | March 18, 2020

Please share your story of economic loss from the COVID-19 (coronavirus) with both the Small Business Administration and with the Texas Travel Alliance TODAY. In order for Texas businesses to become eligible for emergency, low-interest bridge loans from the SBA to help you pay immediate costs such as your mortgage and payroll, a business from each […]

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Official statement from Bob’s Space Racers concerning COVID-19

By | March 18, 2020

At Bob’s Space Racers, we are carefully monitoring the COVID-19 virus and as the safety and well being of our employees and customers is always our top priority, we feel it is our responsibility to do our part in trying to limit the spread of the virus to the best of our ability. With this […]

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