Archive For 2024
Merlin Entertainments’ Legoland California Resort debuts nation’s first Lego World Parade
By News Release | May 28, 2024
CARLSBAD, Calif. — Hip, hip, PARADE! Today, LEGOLAND California officially introduced the nation’s first LEGO World Parade. Visitors can celebrate the summer season in the best way possible – by dancing and singing along as LEGO themed parade floats starring iconic new characters make their way through the family theme park. “Surrounded by a whirlwind of streamers and waving flags, […]
Frying up fun: The delicious debut of Kennywood’s Potato Smash Bumper Cars this weekend
By News Release | May 28, 2024
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Kennywood, a USA Today 10 Best Theme Park, unveils the all-new Potato Smash with its mouthwatering mashup fully fried, just in time for the unofficial start to summer. Potato Smash sprouts on the scene with a grand opening ceremony set for 9:45 a.m. Saturday, May 25 as the all-new bumper car ride is inducted into Kennywood’s lineup of classic […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Dolly and Dollywood officials opened The Dolly Parton Experience—the park’s eagerly anticipated new attraction—to great fanfare this morning during a special event for invited media and VIPs. Thousands of Dollywood guests eager to see inside also were able to enjoy the multi-faceted experience, which is comprised of multiple buildings at the […]
Summerfest at Gaylord Texan Resort opens today featuring family fun all summer long
By News Release | May 28, 2024
GRAPEVINE, Texas — As the temperatures rise and summer approaches, the Gaylord Texan Resort is thrilled to announce today’s opening of its highly anticipated SummerFest, promising a season filled with excitement, relaxation, and unforgettable experiences for guests. Throughout the resort, guests will discover delicious dining events, receive rejuvenating summer spa specials, explore family-friendly summer-themed activities, […]
Families from the local non-profit, A Kid Again, started their Saturday at Kings Island by taking the first ride of the day on the amusement park’s new family roller coaster, Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers. A Kid Again is a local organization that offers free local activities for families of kids facing life-threatening conditions. The coaster […]
New Beijing Ocean Park selects Legacy Entertainment as lead design firm
By News Release | May 28, 2024
HOLLYWOOD, Calif and BEIJING, China — Following an international tender, California-based entertainment design firm Legacy Entertainment has been announced as lead designer for the upcoming Beijing Haichang Ocean Park. The project, planned for Beijing’s Tongzhou district, was formally announced in November 2023, and is anticipated to draw more than 3.5 million annual visitors upon its […]
TrainerTainment teams up with Adventure Kids PlayCare for leadership training
By News Release | May 24, 2024
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — TrainerTainment announced its partnership with Adventure Kids PlayCare to offer comprehensive leadership training for the FEC’s team and franchises. Adventure Kids PlayCare, is known for providing a safe, nurturing environment for children. Founded by Dana Oliver, a single mother who experienced firsthand the challenges of finding childcare outside of traditional […]
Cyan Park is redefining recreation with Saudi Arabia’s first gender-inclusive wave pool
By News Release | May 23, 2024
COHOES, N.Y. — Aquatic Development Group (ADG) is proud to have partnered with Cyan Waterpark and ProSlide Technology to deliver three WaveTek wave systems to their outdoor water park in Jeddah, marking a significant milestone in Saudi Arabia’s leisure and entertainment landscape. Cyan Waterpark proudly stands as the first waterpark in the Kingdom to offer […]
Superplastic announces strategic partnership with AREA15 that will bring its character universe to life through an immersive experience in Fall 2024
By News Release | May 23, 2024
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Superplastic, the IP factory renowned across animated entertainment, music, fashion and collectible art toys, announces a strategic partnership with AREA15, an immersive entertainment company, that will introduce its animated characters IRL for the first time. As part of the partnership, Superplastic will open an experiential space within the AREA15 entertainment district later […]