Archive For 2025
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. — Six Flags America announces that Hurricane Harbor Water Park will open on May 24, 2025, in a sure sign that summer fun is finally here. Guests can ride the newest attraction in the water park RipQurl Blaster, the Mid-Atlantic’s tallest Master Blaster water coaster. The attraction opened in 2024 and will operate […]
Universal Studios Hollywood introduces Universal Mega Movie Summer beginning Friday, June 13 and continuing daily through Sunday, August 10
By News Release | May 9, 2025
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — This summer, Universal Studios Hollywood will become movie buff central when iconic movies leap from the silver screen to the theme park as part of Universal Mega Movie Summer, an all-new seasonal event designed to offer guests the best summer day in L.A. Debuting Friday, June 13 and continuing daily through Sunday, August 10, […]
From dry walls to fishy halls: first animals swim into Merlin Entertainments’ Sea Life Florida at Legoland Florida Resort
By News Release | May 9, 2025
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — SEA LIFE Florida at LEGOLAND Florida Resort has officially welcomed its first finned residents, marking a monumental milestone in the journey to opening day on June 6, 2025. What was once a construction site filled with hard hats and steel beams is now transforming into something truly extraordinary. From sleek blacktip […]
Kennywood’s record setting Steel Curtain roller coaster roars back May 24
By News Release | May 9, 2025
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — It’s kick-off time at Kennywood Park for The Steel Curtain Roller Coaster. The highly anticipated, triple record-setting coaster will reopen to the general public on Saturday, May 24 at 11 a.m., with a ribbon cutting ceremony, remarks from the park’s General Manager, Ricky Spicuzza, and special guests joining from the Pittsburgh Steelers, including current players and […]
Since its inception SBI Americas LLC, the U.S. subsidiary of SBI Sweden, has emerged as a leader in innovative and reliable kiddie rides in America. An Orlando warehouse was recently opened to better serve U.S. customers, and many new notable customers have been secured including Cherry Crest Adventure Farm and Knoebels Amusement Resort just to […]
IAAPA supports the Alliance for International Exchange in its campaign urging members of Congress to protect funding for international exchange programs. On Friday, May 2, the Trump Administration released its FY26 “skinny” budget—a preliminary outline of the president’s priorities for the next fiscal year. The proposal includes a drastic 93% cut to the U.S. State […]
Expanded Universal Studios Store is now open in Universal Citywalk, featuring all-new dedicated areas for The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter and Super Nintendo World
By News Release | May 8, 2025
ORLANDO — The Universal Studios Store in Universal CityWalk just got more awesome with the debut of two all-new dedicated areas featuring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD. This expansion doubles the size of the current Universal Studios Store and invites guests to shop the latest merchandise themed to these exciting […]
Alterface powers interactive fun for the new SpongeBob’s Crazy Carnival Ride in Türkiye!
By News Release | May 8, 2025
WAVRE, Belgium — Now open at The Land of Legends in Antalya, Türkiye, SpongeBob’s Crazy Carnival Ride, marks another successful collaboration between Alterface, a global leader in interactive experiences and immersive entertainment, and Sally Dark Rides, renowned creators of engaging dark ride attractions. A gem for all agesBuilt around a beloved IP, SpongeBob’s Crazy Carnival […]
RWS Global and OneTeam Partners join forces to bring immersive live experiences to sports venues
By News Release | May 8, 2025
NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES — RWS Global, the world’s leader in live moments across entertainment and sports, and OneTeam Partners, the commercial partner to numerous Players Associations and thousands of elite athletes, today announced a strategic partnership to reimagine the fan experience at sports venues across North America. The organizations will seek to collaborate […]
Pinkfong and Baby Shark join SeaWorld in the global launch of its first educational sing-along video showcasing the wonders of marine life
By News Release | May 8, 2025
ORLANDO — SeaWorld celebrates 10 years of Baby Shark with today’s debut of “Happy, Happy SeaWorld!” – a vibrant new animated music video that spotlights marine life and SeaWorld’s dedication to ocean conservation. The video will stream on YouTube as part of a nationwide collaboration between SeaWorld and Pinkfong, the creators behind the global Baby Shark phenomenon, […]