Archive For 2023
James “David” Dean, 67, died peacefully in the loving care of his wife, Kristi, at their home in Lubbock, Texas on Monday, May 29, 2023. David was born July 31, 1955 in Amarillo, Texas to James Edward (Jimmy) and Katherine Alma Webb (Katie) Dean. David was a 1973 graduate of Tascosa High School in Amarillo and attended […]
Miniature Golf Course in Red River Gorge predicts exceeding annual sales forecast
By News Release | June 5, 2023
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — An 18-hole miniature golf course is the newest attraction at Thrillsville Adventure Park in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge. Designed and built by Adventure Golf & Sports (AGS), the Thrillsville Adventure Golf course has been open year-’round since it opened last Labor Day Weekend. “We didn’t get much play in the winter of course, but we […]
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. — FACE Amusement Group today announced that it has received the Great Place to Work recognition for its company. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at FACE Amusement Group. STATEMENT FROM BUCKY MABE, CEO, FACE AMUSEMENT GROUP“I extend my heartfelt appreciation to each team […]
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — Opening Day is just two days away at New England’s Largest Water Park. With an Opening Weekend jam packed exciting celebrations highlighting the park’s 40th anniversary, the two all-new water slide experiences, Hyperlight and massive park-wide transformation. To kick off the 2023 season, Water Country will host an exclusive Season Passholder party and early ride time […]
Classic Miramagica Amusement Park in Romania goes cashless with Intercard
By News Release | June 1, 2023
ST. LOUIS — Intercard has installed a cashless technology system at Miramagica, a family amusement park in Bucharest, the capital city of Romania. The venue is owned by Britta Trading, the leading operator of FECs in the country. Miramagica is located in the heart of celebrated Herastrau Park, the most popular park in Bucharest. Intercard’s […]
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — When the front gates open on Saturday, May 27th, guests will have the opportunity to visit the all-new Red Panda Ridge, one of the largest Red Panda habitats in US Zoos. “We can’t wait for guests to meet our newest red panda friends,” says Executive Director, Rick Schuiteman. “We are excited […]
EDINBURGH, U.K. — Noble Leisure, an arcade located on Portobello Beach has recently modernized its facility with the latest RFID technology from Semnox Solutions, a leader in holistic solutions in the entertainment industry, to help better manage and automate key processes while offering a better user-friendly experience for its guests. With the installation of Semnox’s […]
Five Star Parks & Attractions continues impressive growth with acquisition of Fun Land Entertainment Centers
By News Release | May 26, 2023
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Five Star Parks & Attractions, one of the leading owners and operators of family entertainment centers in the country, proudly announces its recent acquisition of two Fun Land locations in Northern Virginia. This strategic move marks an exciting milestone in Five Star Parks’ expansion into the vibrant Virginia market. This acquisition comes […]
More splashes coming to The Funplex East Hanover Water Park this June
By News Release | May 26, 2023
EAST HANOVER, N.J. — The Funplex East Hanover is growing again with the addition of The Island, an interactive water play structure. Located in the back of the park and opening in June, The Island will add something for everyone to the already popular Splashplex Waterpark. A staple in water parks across the country, this […]