Archive For 2023
ORLANDO — Get ready to rock, ride and rejoice – Universal Orlando’s Rock the Universe 2023 kicks off this Friday for an unforgettable weekend of faith and fun at Universal Studios Florida. Fans and youth groups can once again come together at Florida’s biggest Christian music festival to enjoy gripping performances by some of Christian music’s […]
The 2022 AIMS International Safety Seminar was a huge success thanks in large part to the participation of sponsors and attendees. Additionally, AIMS is so very grateful to its volunteer instructors and sponsors who gave so generously to make this event possible. Many recent attendees have called/emailed to ask about online AIMS International certification exam […]
TWYFORD, U.K. — accesso Technology Group (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, has signed strategic agreements with 18 new partners within the theme parks & attractions, ski, hospitality, cultural and zoo markets across the U.S. and the U.K. This selection of new clients will leverage a mix of the accesso Passport eCommerce ticketing […]
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Ask anyone their favorite flavor of popcorn and responses will include everything from sea salt to caramel to butter even cheesy or drizzled in chocolate. A favorite food for more than 5,000 years, popcorn is synonymous with snacking. Today, in honor of National Popcorn Day, Santa Cruz Fun Foods has exclusively launched […]
In the 2022 season, for the first time in its almost-50-year history, Germany’s largest theme park exceeded six million visitors, representing a significant expansion of its market leadership. Europa-Park owner Roland Mack says, “We see this record as a huge vote of confidence from our visitors, and one that comes in a difficult year in […]
SHANGHAI, China — As it approaches the fifth anniversary of its grand opening, Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park has been named “China’s Best Theme Park” by The Institute for Theme Park Studies in China. This designation is only the latest of the many major accolades that have been bestowed upon the 73-acre Marine Life Theme Park […]
In partnership with AIMS International, the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) is hosting the second annual SafeConnect: Western Canada’s Amusement Industry Safety Conference at the PNE. Held on the Pacific National Exhibition Grounds (home to Playland), SafeConnect is a safety training event that embraces industry-leading certification in an expansive and inclusive face-to-face environment. Attendees will learn […]
LAKE HAVASU, Ariz. — Altitude Park, one of the world’s largest family entertainment concepts, announced today a new signed franchise agreement to leap into Lake Havasu as the go-to location for active family fun and entertainment. Local entrepreneurs, Bill and Liz Renfro will introduce the energetic brand to Mojave County. “We’ve been intrigued by Altitude ever […]
ST. LOUIS — Popular FEC Buzz Social in Green Bay, Wisconsin is all about bringing community together in a fun, energetic, and artistic environment while providing exceptional customer service to all guests. The year-old center features 48 lanes of bowling, a restaurant and sports bar and plenty of event space. In December 2022 Buzz Social […]
It’s just over a week into the new year and the Republican-led House has begun the business of legislating and 46 states are in – or preparing for – their 2023 legislative sessions. In other words, IAAPA Public Affairs has already hit the ground running. History shows that the return of divided government in Washington, […]