Archive For May, 2021
Appetize launches new payment technology for sports and entertainment venues, hospitality and restaurants
By News Release | May 18, 2021
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Appetize is introducing Appetize Payments, an all-in-one solution that combines payment processing services along with Appetize’s best-in-class cloud software. Launched at a time when larger venues and hospitality brands are looking to unify their tech stack, Appetize Payments eliminates the need for expensive third-party services, provides transparency in pricing, and offers a […]
Illinois’ largest waterpark – Raging Waves – opens for the summer on June 5
By News Release | May 18, 2021
Yorkville, Ill. — With sights set on summer family fun, Illinois’ largest waterpark dedicated to family fun for all ages, Raging Waves, 4000 N. Bridge St. in Yorkville, is open to the public on June 5, 2021. Guests will be able to experience the new, six-lane mat racing water slide, aptly named Aussie Mat Dash. The first Proslide RallyRACER […]
STEVENSVILLE, Md. — Ride Entertainment is proud to announce a new, strategic partnership with Ecological Laboratories, creators of the Microbe-Lift/WR biotechnology products. The partnership brings an innovative and cost-effective clean water technology to Ride Entertainment’s clients with water-based attractions, lagoons, and ponds. “This partnership with Ecological Laboratories allows our customers to obtain and maintain water […]
RWS Entertainment Group launches new leased experiences offerings with Peanuts, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and more
By News Release | May 17, 2021
New York, N.Y. — RWS Entertainment Group (RWS) is once again growing, announcing the addition of Leased Experiences offerings, further developing the award-winning production company’s full-service range of branded experiences. By expanding to offer scalable leased experiences, RWS can provide affordable solutions for any budget. Iconic brands come to life through character interaction, colorful scenery […]
Six Flags Great America supports state vaccination efforts with ticket offer valued at $4 million
By News Release | May 14, 2021
ARLINGTON, Texas — Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest regional theme park company and largest operator of waterparks in North America, is proud to announce that Six Flags Great America, the Thrill Capital of the Midwest, is providing 50,000 one-day tickets — over $4 million in value — to the State of Illinois in support of COVID-19 […]
COVID restrictions to be eased in Connecticut; announcement made at Quassy
By News Release | May 14, 2021
Starting May 19, guests at Quassy Amusement & Waterpark will no longer be required to wear face masks outdoors or practice social distancing as the COVID pandemic has eased in the state. The announcement was made Wednesday at the Middlebury, Conn., park by Gov. Ned Lamont (D) as a regional high school prepared to celebrate […]
Water Park Dining Pass returns for Dollywood’s Splash Country’s 21st season
By News Release | May 14, 2021
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — As the summer heat arrives in the Smoky Mountains, the region’s friendliest and most-trusted water park opens for its 21st season. Dollywood’s Splash Country offers its guests a resort-style getaway—with a splash of new menu and entertainment offerings. Opening day is Saturday, May 15. On the heels of a successful first year, […]
BOWIE, Md. — Six Flags America, DC’s Thrill Capital, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC, today announced that its newest attraction — Harley Quinn Spinsanity — will make its official debut on May 14, 2021. The oversized giant pendulum ride, named after the iconic DC Super-Villain Harley Quinn, promises to deliver […]
Maine Governor Mills updates Moving Maine Forward Plan, lifts restrictions
By News Release | May 14, 2021
The Mills Administration today updated its public health protocols under the Moving Maine Forward Plan. Effective May 24th, Maine will: lift all capacity limits and requirements to physically distance in all public outdoor settings. lift all capacity limits in public indoor venues. Physical distancing requirements are also eliminated, except in settings where people are eating […]
Written by Erik Beard (International Ride Training and NEAAPA) Bottom line: Spacing riders out on rides is actually counterproductive to reducing potential exposure because ride capacity has an inverse relationship to line length. The fewer people you allow on your ride, the more people are waiting in your line and the longer they are waiting. […]
