Archive For 2022
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Licensing Expo, produced in partnership with industry trade association Licensing International, returns to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center this May 24-26 with a location-based experiences (LBE) theme that draws on consumers’ growing interest in immersive, IP-based experiences that bring their favorite characters and brands to life. Of the 200+ exhibitors confirmed to date, […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — For a third year, Dollywood’s Flower & Food Festival presented by Covenant Health (April 22 – June 5) blossoms against a Smoky Mountain backdrop to deliver brilliant floral hues to guests. During this year’s installment of the festival, guests can appreciate the vibrant beauty of more than a million blooms, explore […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — AIMS International, the world leader in amusement safety education, and its board of directors are pleased to announce the election of David Bromilow as board president effective April 1, 2022. Currently the Global Director Parks and Attractions for Mobaro, Bromilow brings 45 years of industry experience to the position. He replaces Tony […]
Thanks to your engagement, we are seeing progress! In early April, the House passed H.R. 3807 expanding RRF grant eligibility beyond restaurants to include other “hard hit industries” like the attractions industry. The Senate is now considering S. 4008. While this legislation is similar, we are urging the Senate to include the same provisions passed by the House […]
Edaville Family Theme Park is on the market. Positioned in a prime location between Boston and Cape Cod, the theme Park is situated on a 262-acre-site is Carver, Massachusetts. Edaville Family Theme Park is a nationally recognized amusement destination and scenic railroad that consistently rates as one of the top amusement parks in Boston. Jon […]
Universal Studios Hollywood rolls out first four electric trams in its fleet of 21 Studio Tour Trams
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — Universal Studios Hollywood debuts the first four electric trams in its fleet of 21 Studio Tour trams. Weather and feature anchor of NBC’s TODAY and Co-host, 3rd Hour of TODAY, Al Roker is featured in a video introduction aboard the trams as part of the guest experience. “I am extremely proud of […]
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. — Just in time for Spring Break, The Funplex Mount Laurel embarks upon its 25th season of making family memories with the official opening of its outdoor rides for the 2022 season. Beginning at 12:00 p.m. tomorrow, guests will once again soar through the air on Kite Flyer, twist and turn on […]
RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Fun events are HOPpening at Castle Park over Easter weekend! The Inland Empire’s Favorite Destination for Family Fun celebrates the season with its SpringFest event. From park-wide scavenger hunts to crafting and family photos with the Easter Bunny, SpringFest raises the fun level above and beyond the rides and award-winning miniature golf […]
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Licensing Expo 2022, produced in partnership with industry trade association Licensing International, welcomes senior executives from Falcon’s Beyond, Robert L. Ward, and Moonbug as 2022 keynote panelists, who are confirmed to speak at the Day 2 keynote. Slated to be held on the expo floor in the Licensing U Theatre at 12-12:45pm on May 25 and […]
Rocket Rapids, the new state-of-the-art water coaster at Quassy Amusement & Waterpark, started to take shape this week at the Middlebury, Conn., property. Sections of the massive water raft ride were lifted into place by a crane so the construction crew could bolt the components into place. The attraction is slated to open May 28 […]
