Archive For April, 2023
AUSTIN, Texas — Virtuix, creator of the “Omni Arena” virtual reality esports attraction, announced that their very first Omni Arena attraction, installed at Pinballz in Austin, TX, recently celebrated its four-year anniversary. Four years after installation, the attraction still regularly generates revenues of $10,000 a month or more. “Omni Arena has been a top attraction […]
At an awards ceremony on Saturday in Los Angeles, Swedish amusement park Liseberg received a THEA Award for the attraction Underlandet. The dark ride, which opened in 2021, won the award for best project in its category. This is only the second time in 25 years that Liseberg has received the award. Liseberg won a […]
Roland Mack, founder of Europa-Park, Germany’s largest theme park, is considered one of the most innovative and successful pioneers and thought leaders in the international entertainment industry. The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) presented the coveted Thea Award to Roland Mack. At the gala event at the Disney Hotel in Los Angeles, which hosted more than […]
VENLO – The biggest battle on every level has been revamped! Three different levels of theming and storytelling are available for the Battle Arena. The principle remains the same for each level: collect as many points as possible by hitting targets hidden in the scenery or on the other gondolas. This is whilst the gondolas […]
Guests at Walibi Holland took to the open road on a pair of new Zamperla attractions. Eat My Dust (Junior Coaster 200) and Wind Seekers (Magic Bikes 6) were both part of the park’s large “Speed Zone- OFF ROAD” family area. The coaster vehicles look like dune buggy’s and feature detailed fiberglass work and paint […]
Betson is pleased to announce that Danny Trivits has joined the Betson Imperial Parts & Service team as a Parts Specialist. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Danny brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the parts team. Danny has spent his career working to develop and execute successful strategies selling […]
DUBAI, U.A.E. — Magic Planet is proud to announce that its Mobile Wallet payment option, in partnership with Embed, has been awarded the ‘Most Innovative Application of Technology’ at the MENALAC Awards 2023 which are the definitive benchmark of excellence in the leisure, entertainment and attractions industry. Magic Planet was chosen as the winner by a […]
In the ultimate 412 Day celebration, Kennywood announces a partnership with Primanti Bros. tocreate the ultimate fan and guest experience with its first-ever theme park-based location. In celebration of Kennywood’s 125th and Primanti Bros. 90th birthday, it’s the perfect marriage of two iconic Pittsburgh brands. The new restaurant will be located in Lost Kennywood and feature the almost-famous Primanti Bros. sandwiches, featuring house-made coleslaw, fresh-cut fries, Italian bread, […]
ST. LOUIS — Intercard has installed a cashless technology system in the arcade at HyperActive, a new FEC in the Prishtina Mall in Prishtina, the capital of the Republic of Kosovo. Prishtina Mall is the largest retail and entertainment center in South East Europe. Intercard’s Craig Cooke did the installation on-site in March 2023. In addition […]
BRISTOL, Conn. — Opening Day at The Official Park of Family Fun is just 17 days away! Lake Compounce’s 177th season will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 29. This year, guests can expect a variety of new additions to the park including an enhanced ride experience on Boulder Dash! Voted the best wooden roller coaster in the world five […]
