Archive For 2022

Smashcade Esports Arcade now open in the Boathouse District

By | May 24, 2022

OKLAHOMA CITY — RIVERSPORT and Equinox Sports are partnering to offer Smashcade Esports Arcade in Oklahoma City’s Boathouse District.  “As every parent knows, esports are exploding,” said Mike Knopp, executive director of RIVERSPORT. “High schools and universities have teams, and kids are getting scholarships to go into esports programming and graphic design. Pro sports from the NBA […]

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Chuck E. Cheese and Mr. Munch’s Make Believe Band return to the stage for their second annual summer concert tour

By | May 24, 2022

DALLAS, Texas — Chuck E. Cheese, the number one family entertainment venue, announced today that their second annual national live tour with Mr. Munch’s Make Believe Band will kick-off June 4 in Chicago at Navy Pier. The iconic group will return to the stage this summer to jam with families across the country, with shows […]

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Mattel, Magic Wheelchair, and Monster City Studios reveal Barbie-themed wheelchair at Licensing Expo in a heartwarming moment

By | May 24, 2022

LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Licensing Expo, the world’s largest licensing trade show, hosted the second annual Magic Wheelchair reveal today in partnership with Mattel, Magic Wheelchair, and Monster City Studios. Estrella Rodriguez, a 9-year-old living with Spina Bifida, was celebrated on stage as she locked eyes on her brand-new Barbie-themed wheelchair that brings her favorite IP to life.  Magic […]

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Jubilee Celebrations at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

By | May 24, 2022

Celebrate Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in style at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. With amazing activities, thrilling rides and fantastic family fun. Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s ‘Jubilation Celebrations’ take place daily from Thursday 2nd June until Sunday 5th June. Throughout the event, The Hub at Blackpool Pleasure Beach will be transformed into a venue fit for a queen with red, […]

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Unitholders reelect three directors to the Cedar Fair board

By | May 20, 2022

SANDUSKY, Ohio — Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a leader in regional amusement parks, water parks and immersive entertainment, today announced that its unitholders reelected Louis Carr, D. Scott Olivet, and Carlos A. Ruisanchez to the Board of Directors of its general partner, Cedar Fair Management, Inc., for three-year terms expiring in 2025. The […]

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Severn Lamb appoint new Director of Business Development for Mobility Solutions, Newton Montano

By | May 20, 2022

With over 70 years of success within the industry, Severn Lamb continue to expand their highly skilled workforce recently appointing Newton Montano as their new Director of Business Development for Mobility Solutions for the Americas, Hawaii & Caribbean region. Newton Montano, with over 30 years’ industry experience, brings with him a wealth knowledge from both […]

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Strates Shows signs 5-year contract extension with St. Lucie County Fair

By | May 19, 2022

NAPLES, Fla. — The James E. Strates Shows, one of North America’s leading outdoor amusement providers, has announced that it has extended its contract with the St. Lucie County Fair Association for 5-years as the sole carnival midway provider for the annual St. Lucie County Fair in Ft. Pierce, Florida. The partnership was formally agreed […]

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Eldridge Park opens for 2022 Season with exciting additions!

By | May 19, 2022

Eldridge Park Amusements will conduct the 2022 season Grand Opening on Friday, May 27th at 5PM with our traditional Riderless Carousel in honor of our volunteers who have passed on.  The park will be open Friday to Sunday and on Memorial Day as well that week and continues until Labor Day Weekend. There are a ton […]

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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor opens Saturday for the 2022 Season

By | May 19, 2022

ARLINGTON, Texas — Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, the largest waterpark in North Texas, opens for the season on Saturday, May 21.  Guests, this weekend, can beat the summer heat and be among the first to experience park improvements, including: Improved Guest Entry and Park Aesthetic – Park visitors will notice an improved arrival experience, with a newly paved parking […]

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Better, brighter and fresher than ever: Sandcastle Waterpark opens May 21

By | May 18, 2022

WEST HOMESTEAD — BETTER. BRIGHTER. FRESHER THAN EVER. The all-new Sandcastle Waterpark – Pittsburgh’s Hometown Waterpark – will open its gates beginning Saturday, May 21.  Nominated as one of the Top 20 best outdoor waterparks in 2022, park guests can look forward to a vibrant new look to the park’s Boardwalk and waterslides, plus the eagerly anticipated Bombs […]

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