Archive For November, 2021

Kings Island announces new parade for Winterfest

By | November 4, 2021

Today Kings Island announced that this year’s WinterFest will feature the addition of a brand new parade. The nightly Wonderland Parade will feature more than 150 festive performers and eight floats with classic themes such as toy boxes, gingerbread houses and even a float for the big man himself- Santa Claus.  WinterFest kicks off on Friday, […]

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The Park Playground, offering location-based VR Entertainment, is looking at opening locations in the U.S. in 2022

By | November 4, 2021

The Park was launched in June 2018 and the market data deemed it a success. They believe there are three reasons for that. Philippe Deschutter (CEO):First, The Park doesn’t emphasize technology; we focus on experience. It’s inherent in our design. Other VR franchises use cold colors and surfaces, going for the sci-fi look. We build […]

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Construction of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s newest destination at the San Diego Zoo entering final phases

By | November 3, 2021

SAN DIEGO — San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA) is expanding its mission to help all life thrive by cultivating some of its most important allies—the next generation. Opening in February 2022, the 3.2-acre Denny Sanford Wildlife Explorers Basecamp at the San Diego Zoo will be a place where guests and their families can enjoy […]

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Codonas Amusement Park, Scotland opts for Semnox’s Solutions to power their indoor and outdoors amusement venues

By | November 3, 2021

Codonas Amusement Park, a popular FEC and Park destination of Scotland has implemented the Semnox’s Parafait and Tixera solutions to power their venue. Located at Aberdeen Beach Boulevard, right on the coast, the destination hosts a mix of amusement rides, indoor and outdoor adventure games, attractions, laser tags, indoor & outdoor golf, go-karting tracks, bowling […]

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Virtuix announces $100,000 Esports prize pool for family entertainment centers

By | November 3, 2021

AUSTIN — Virtuix, developer of the “Omni Arena” virtual reality esports attraction, announced a cash prize pool of $100,000 for the 2022 Omni Arena esports series, making the Omni Arena contest the largest VR esports competition in the world. “$100,000 in cash prizes attracts guests to FECs and drives repeat play,” said Jan Goetgeluk, founder and […]

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Topgolf partners with Volta to add electric vehicle charging stations to select properties

By | November 3, 2021

SAN FRANCISCO — Volta Inc. (“Volta”), an industry leader in commerce-centric electric vehicle (“EV”) charging networks, today announced a partnership with Topgolf Entertainment Group, a global sports and entertainment company, to add electric charging stations to additional venues across the country. Charging stations have already been installed at select venues in Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Oregon and Texas, […]

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WWA Show attendees came back together with great enthusiasm to share lessons learned & to reinvigorate for 2022

By | November 2, 2021

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — In a return to its in-person roots, this year’s WWA Show was humming with energy and good vibes as people were more than ready to be together again to learn from many of the industry’s best leaders and to explore a bustling marketplace filled with key industry designers, suppliers and innovators. […]

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Walltopia reveals details about the Adventure Hub at Ocean Flower Island

By | November 2, 2021

A magnificent project that was delayed because of the Covid-19 pandemic is finally open. Walltopia’s creation completed for Evergrande represents an Adventure Hub, designed and built by the leading Active entertainment manufacturer with a footprint of 2200 sq. m and a height of 16 m. It features Ocean-themed Ropes courses, Fun Walls, Artificial Cave, the […]

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accesso expands partnership with Illuminarium Experiences

By | November 2, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla. — accesso Technology Group plc, the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, has signed a three-year agreement with Illuminarium Experiences to provide its accesso Passport eCommerce ticketing suite and Ingresso ticketing distribution technology to support the operator’s forthcoming Las Vegas location at AREA15, which is set to open in early 2022. This agreement marks an expansion […]

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Bruce Edward Williams, September 10, 1930 – October 21, 2021

By | November 2, 2021

Bruce Edward Williams passed away October 21, 2021 at the age of 91. He is survived by his wife of nearly 52 years, Patricia, as well as his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Bruce was born in Greeley, Colorado but was a Texan through and through. He was usually found in cowboy boots, Levi’s and a […]

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