Archive For 2023

Golden Ticket Awards 2023 issue

By | September 9, 2023

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Amusement Today bestows 2023 Golden Ticket Awards from Dollywood

By | September 9, 2023

23 categories, Legends and Publishers Picks comprise accolades PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Started in 1998, the Golden Ticket Awards were established by Amusement Today to shine a spotlight on the amusement park industry and attractions by recognizing the “Best of the Best.” Today, they are among the most sought-after awards among theme parks, amusement parks, […]

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Lake Compounce announces major improvements to historic roller coaster & Halloween event

By | September 7, 2023

BRISTOL, Conn. — Thrills and chills take center stage at Lake Compounce as the amusement park announces enhancements to the guest experience through upgrades on the Wildcat Roller Coaster and the reintroduction of its hair-raising Halloween event, Phantom Fall Fest. Lake Compounce promises to deliver a top-tier Halloween event with the park’s new General Manager, Doug Hemphill at its […]

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Adventure & Trampoline Convention coming to Austin

By | September 7, 2023

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Austin will be home to the 11th Annual International Adventure & Trampoline Park Association (IATP) Conference & Trade Show Sept. 10 – 12, welcoming vendors, innovators and operators to ATX. With trampoline and indoor adventure parks at peak popularity nationwide, Austin will be the center of industry development during this interactive and […]

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Royal Canadian International Circus 2023 under the Magnificent Big Top comes to American Dream for the first time, Sept 14 – 23 for 17 sensational shows!

By | September 7, 2023

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Royal Canadian International Circus 2023 is coming to American Dream, NJ under the traditional massive Big Top from September 14-23 for 17 spectacular shows.   This year’s circus is jam-packed with explosive live entertainment featuring acts that will mesmerize, amaze, and astound you! The all-new Royal Canadian International Circus 2023 will […]

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Sesame Place Philadelphia turns its entire park into a trick-or-treat playground hosted by everyone’s favorite furry friends with the return of The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular

By | September 5, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Sesame Place Philadelphia, the first theme park in the U.S. based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street, will launch its annual fall celebration, The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular, on Saturday, September 16, with exciting new not-too-spooky fun for all. This year’s event will feature Halloween-themed shows and parades, Pumpkin Decorating with Abby Cadabby, and interactive scavenger […]

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September 2023

By | August 30, 2023

The September 2023 issue includes:

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Big Rivers Waterpark: thrill ride expansion

By | August 28, 2023

NEW CANEY, Texas — Big Rivers Waterpark and Adventures is pleased to announce the arrival of a new thrill ride to the park. Monty Galland, CEO of Big Rivers Waterpark and Adventures, stated, “We are very excited to add a 140-foot Drop Tower to our growing number amusement rides”. The Super Shot Drop Tower manufactured […]

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2023 Christmas event announces major expansion

By | August 25, 2023

NEW CANEY, Texas — Monty Galland, CEO of Big Rivers Waterpark and Adventures, announced the partnership with Dasher’s Lightshow to co-produce “BIG Rivers Christmas”. The combined efforts will showcase professional lighting displays digitally synced to festive music which will enhance the park’s Christmas activities for the 2023 holiday season event. Mr. Galland stated, “We are […]

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Eldridge Park dedication of Gough Memorial Splashpad

By | August 25, 2023

Eldridge Park will hold a dedication ceremony for the new Splashpad at 2pm on Sunday, August 27th.  The Splashpad was built and donated in memory of John Gough by his family members and took over a year to design and construct.  The attraction is free to the public daily from Noon to 8pm. Mr. Gough […]

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