Author Archives: News Release

Virtuix unveils “Gunslinger” game for Omni Arena

By | March 1, 2022

AUSTIN — Virtuix, creator of the “Omni Arena” virtual reality esports attraction, has released “Gunslinger,” the 7th game for Omni Arena. In Gunslinger, teams of up to four players work together to protect a Western town from a gang of plundering bandits. Players score points by safeguarding the town’s resources and fending off bandits with […]

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Daddy Pig’s Roller Coaster— Zamperla family coaster anchors new theme park

By | February 28, 2022

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — As guests were ushered into the new Peppa Pig Theme Park many were thrilled by the great theming and collection of attractions. However, many guests did not have time to take it all in and ran directly to the park’s anchor- Daddy Pig’s Roller Coaster. The experience staets with a walk […]

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The Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival returns on March 11 with festive food and drinks, headlining concerts, plus the all-new world’s fastest and steepest hybrid roller coaster, Iron Gwazi

By | February 25, 2022

Tampa’s premier spring festival returns on Friday, March 11 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Food & Wine Festival. With more than 20 NEW delicious dishes to pair with wines, craft brews and cocktails, park guests can explore a variety of flavors while enjoying a diverse concert lineup, including acts for all tastes. The Food & […]

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“The Storm Coaster” – Dubai Hills Mall, Dubai – UAE

By | February 25, 2022

On the 17th of February 2022, Emaar Entertainment revealed the launch of THE STORM COASTER, an indoor LSM LAUNCH COASTER, located at the newly opened Dubai Hills Mall. A world first rollercoaster integrated directly into the structure of a building, pushing the boundary of all aspects of engineering design. The Storm Coaster, a first of […]

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IAFE cyber security alert and Facebook scam news

By | February 25, 2022

Two important items for everyone in the fair industry (and any other business right now). Please read ASAP: 1) The United States Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Agency (CISA) has issued a SHIELDS UP alert encouraging every organization of any type to be extremely diligent of cyber security issues right now. There are helpful tools and resources from CISA […]

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Special Olympics Texas Summer Games returning to Morgan’s Wonderland May 12-15

By | February 23, 2022

SAN ANTONIO – Officials of Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) announced today that the 2022 Summer Games at world-renowned Morgan’s Wonderland theme park in San Antonio will be held May 12-15 following postponement of the 2020 and 2021 Games because of the COVID-19 pandemic. “We know our athletes will be thrilled to compete again in SOTX’s […]

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Knott’s Boysenberry Festival is back and bigger than ever, beginning March 18 and extending daily through April 24

By | February 23, 2022

BUENA PARK, Calif. — The Knott’s Boysenberry Festival is our annual food-inspired event that celebrates the park’s historic roots by highlighting the little berry that started it all, the boysenberry. Guests will have the opportunity to indulge in a tantalizing lineup of dishes ranging from savory foods with a boysenberry twist to one-of-a-kind specialty desserts and […]

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Contact your U.S. Representatives and urge them to support H. Res. 901 today!

By | February 23, 2022

IAAPA applauds Congressman Moore (R-UT) and Congressman Kuster (D-NH) for introducing House Resolution 901 which calls for the reinforcement of BridgeUSA programs (formerly Summer Work Travel (SWT) Program). In addition to providing valuable cultural exchange opportunities for international students, these programs provide many IAAPA members with a critical supplement of seasonal workers. This is more […]

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Alabama Adventure to hire over 400 seasonal positions

By | February 23, 2022

Alabama Adventure and Splash Adventure are hiring to fill over 400 positions for the 2022 Season. Available positions include Rides, Life Guards, Slide Attendants, Retail, Food and Beverage, Quality Control, Admissions, Security, and even more! Available positions are ideal for students, teachers looking for summer work, or anyone interested in a fun summer job. Employees […]

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Adventureland making major increase to seasonal staff salaries

By | February 23, 2022

ALTOONA, Iowa — With a little more than ten weeks to go until Opening Day, Adventureland Park is kicking off a major recruitment rush highlighted by a major jump in pay for seasonal Team Members. Adventureland’s seasonal pay rates will rise as much as $4.50 per hour from 2021 as it seeks to hire more […]

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