Archive For May, 2024
Adventureland Resort kicks-off 50th celebration with proclamation from Iowa Governor
By News Release | May 9, 2024
ALTOONA, Iowa — Adventureland Resort opens for its 50th season on Saturday, May 18 with a historic celebration including a proclamation from Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. The park’s 50th celebration continues all season long with brand new events, tasty new food options and the return of the reimagined classic, Underground, the world’s only indoor wooden […]
GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Gateway Ticketing Systems, the world leader in ticketing, admission control, and revenue-generating solutions within the attractions industry for over 35 years, is excited to announce the launch of a training program to provide participants with a foundational understanding of our cutting-edge products. Fundamentals Training for Galaxy is the bedrock course in Gateway’s Galaxy […]
Six Flags America reveals all the details on SteamTown, the park’s newly transformed realm
By News Release | May 7, 2024
BOWIE, Md. — Six Flags America has announced all the details of the upcoming transformed steampunk realm, SteamTown: Where the Past Meets the Future. Guests are invited by Professor Screamore to an immersive new land with the rich history of a western town, but riveting upgrades only the Professor himself could dream up. These enhancements are part of Six Flags […]
Maurer Rides supplies interactive roller coaster for Six Flags Qiddiya City in Saudi Arabia
By News Release | May 7, 2024
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Maurer Rides, manufacturer of roller coasters and amusement rides, is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of its newest attraction, The Sea Stallion, at Six Flags Qiddiya City in Saudi Arabia. This thrilling new addition will provide park visitors with an unforgettable, interactively controlled ride and enhance Qiddiya City’s breathtaking ambience […]
Food City becomes the official grocery partner of Dollywood Parks & Resorts
By News Release | May 7, 2024
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Dollywood has added another well-respected, locally-based company to its growing list of official partners. Company representatives have announced Food City has been named the official grocery partner for Dollywood Parks & Resorts. In addition to being Dollywood’s official grocery partner, Food City becomes the presenting sponsor of Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Summer […]
VANCOUVER, Canada – From the Americas to Europe, from the Middle East to Asia, WhiteWater is pleased to announce over 60 projects anticipated to open this year across its product portfolio, covering water slides, aquatic play, and surf for a variety of venue types. Here are the highlights by region. The AmericasEarlier this year in […]
RES RIDES is looking forward to exhibiting at the Saudi Entertainment & Amusement (SEA) Expo 7-9 May 2024 in Riyadh. Deborah Eicher, Sales & Marketing Director, looks forward to welcoming you to Booth #3 A260 to share the latest RES RIDES innovations and help you chose a unique ride for your park or attraction. RES RIDES never creates the […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — For most, it’s easy to become lost daydreaming of a past vacation or experience, hoping to one day return to that special, memory-making place. According to a new study, Dollywood guests are more likely to want to return to the Smoky Mountain vacation destination than any other landmark in the entire world. […]
SANDUSKY, Ohio — After two years of work and anticipation Top Thrill 2 opened at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, U.S.A. The ride represents the first use of Zamperla’s Lightning roller coaster trains and a huge step forward in roller coaster technology. “Top Thrill 2 is a next-level roller coaster experience for Cedar Point, Zamperla […]
W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — A major new report from ASTM International highlights the impactful role that standards play in supporting global innovation trends. The Standardization Impact Report (SIR) serves to showcase the direct links between these emerging technologies and the work of several key ASTM committees. The SIR addresses the ways in which standards in five […]
