Archive For June, 2023
International Ride Training is excited to announce that National Ride Operator Appreciation Day is on Friday, June 30th! This day is dedicated to recognizing the hard work and dedication of the ride operators who make our safe, efficient, and fun rider experiences possible. Ride operators are crucial in ensuring guests have a memorable time at your park. […]
.TWYFORD, U.K. — accesso Technology Group (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, today announced the acquisition of VGS – a leading ticketing and visitor management system provider for leisure, entertainment and cultural businesses around the globe. VGS’ award-winning SnApp platform will be rebranded as accesso Horizon and operate as part of the accesso product set. […]
SANTA CLAUS, Ind. — Holiday World’s “Holidays in the Sky” drone and fireworks spectacular will return with an all-new show in 2023 with 400 drones, a 100-drone increase over the 2022 show. Holidays in the Sky is free with park admission, just like soft drinks, parking, and sunscreen. “Adding 100 additional drones has taken this […]
Back by popular demand, Nostalgia Nights returns this Saturday, June 24 to Story Land in Glen, NH! The smash hit, adults-only event has returned for the 2023 season with four days for adults to relive their childhood at the park where fantasy lives. Adults 21 and over are invited to enjoy Story Land just like the good-old-days with an […]
PITTSBURGH — Palace Entertainment, a leading leisure park operator with 25 major entertainment venues across the United States and Australia, today announces the appointment of Michael (Mike) Lusky as General Manager of Adventureland Resort in Altoona, Iowa and Donald Spiller as General Manager of Raging Waters Los Angeles. Lusky and Spiller bring nearly 60 years of […]
This year’s Hot Ice Show is set to be a passionate one! The world famous Hot Ice Show returns to the Pleasure Beach Arena from 6th July to 9th September with this year’s production, Amore Amor Amour. The Hot Ice Show is widely recognised as the most spectacular ice skating shows in the world. Known for its dazzling performances and innovative choreography, Hot Ice has been wowing audiences for decades and […]
LAS VEGAS — AREA15, the world’s first purpose-built art and entertainment district located minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, announces the official entertainment lineup for this summer’s Happy Camper Massive. Taking place on Saturday, July 29, Las Vegas’ ultimate summer camp party will feature a packed lineup of exceptional talent, including a headlining DJ performance by Channel Tres […]
Universal City, Calif., Orlando, Fla. — Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights dares guests to survive “The Last of Us” as Naughty Dog and PlayStation’s award-winning post-pandemic video game comes to life – for the first time – as an all-new haunted house at Universal Orlando Resort, beginning Friday, September 1, and at Universal Studios Hollywood, beginning Thursday, September 7. […]
JACKSON, N.J. — Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has named Brian Bacica Park President for Six Flags Great Adventure properties which includes Six Flags Great Adventure, Hurricane Harbor New Jersey, and Six Flag’s Wild Safari Drive-Thru Adventure. In joining the Six Flags Great Adventure team, Bacica brings with him a diverse knowledge of the attractions industry and a strong history of leadership. Six Flags VP […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Hobbies offer more health benefits when shared with friends. Research has shown that people with hobbies suffer less frequently from stress, depression and low mood. Mary Maupai, an ACE member, said “Visiting an amusement park allows me to leave my stressors behind and be present and relax.” Almost 1,300 members of American […]
