Author Archives: News Release

Universal Studios Hollywood powers up for the one-year anniversary celebration

By | February 1, 2024

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — This is a banner year at Universal Studios Hollywood as the destination celebrates the one-year anniversary of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD which opened on February 17, 2023. Guests will enjoy new ways to level up, including the grand opening of the all-new Power Up Cafe, the debut of a commemorative, special-release Golden Power-Up Band and […]

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Eldridge Park featured on national You Tube blog!

By | February 1, 2024

As Eldridge Park enters their 100th Anniversary as an Amusement Park, they have been featured by a national You Tube Blogger Sir Willow following a visit this past season. The You Tube Channel is Sir Willow – Confessions of a Theme Park Worker. Moderator “Sir Willow” is a former Theme Park worker who travels the […]

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Elizabeth (Betty) Siefker 1927-2024

By | February 1, 2024

The family of Elizabeth (Betty) Siefker are sad to share the news of her passing on Sunday, January 28, 2024. Born to Harold M. and Stella Grace (Dunne) Spears on February 22, 1927, in Rockford, IL, the family moved to La Porte in 1931. Betty attended St. Peter’s school and graduated from LaPorte High School […]

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Dollywood’s Heartsong Lodge & Resort named one of National Geographic’s “Hotels We Love For 2024”

By | January 31, 2024

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — One of the world’s foremost publications, National Geographic, has named Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort as one of the top 22 hotels across the globe for 2024. Nat Geo staff also named Dolly Parton as one of their nine “Travelers of the Year,” calling her the “Hospitality Queen.”  HeartSong Lodge & Resort […]

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Introducing the first Chuck E. Cheese cookbook for ultimate party fun!

By | January 30, 2024

IRVING, Texas — Chuck E. Cheese, the beloved family entertainment brand that has been delighting families for decades, is excited to extend the Chuck E. Cheese experience beyond the fun centers with the launch of the Chuck E. Cheese and Friends Party Cookbook with Weldon Owen publishing. Chefs, mini chefs, and party planners should get ready to eat and […]

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Universal Orlando Resort shares first official look and details about its highly anticipated new theme park, Universal Epic Universe

By | January 30, 2024

ORLANDO — In 2025, Universal Orlando Resort will unveil its next gamechanger for theme park entertainment with the debut of its most ambitious theme park yet: Universal Epic Universe. Epic Universe will present a level of theme park immersion and innovation that is unmatched – transporting guests to expansive worlds featuring more than 50 awe-inspiring attraction, […]

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Kings Island : Roller coaster track being delivered to the park

By | January 26, 2024

Kings Island is having a busy offseason as the amusement park sets its sights on expanding the Planet Snoopy kids’ area by adding the new Camp Snoopy. Included in the added area will be the new family roller coaster, Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers. Today the park is sharing a video from Thursday of the coaster’s […]

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The Big Easy meets big thrills at Busch Gardens Mardi Gras with new Cajun-inspired food, live music and a dazzling parade

By | January 25, 2024

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is letting the good times roll as Mardi Gras immerses guests in the vibrant spirit and tastes of the Big Easy every Friday, Saturday and Sunday now through March 3.  Get jazzed up with Mardi Gras-style entertainment, live music and catch some festival beads (after each parade). Mardi Gras celebrations are included with […]

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Gateway Ticketing Systems honors exceptional employees at Annual Award Ceremony

By | January 25, 2024

GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Gateway Ticketing Systems, Inc., the world leader in ticketing, admission control, and revenue-generating solutions within the attractions industry, celebrated the outstanding achievements of its dedicated workforce at the annual company award ceremony held earlier today. The event recognizes employees across various departments for their exceptional contributions in different categories. “We are immensely […]

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OABA names 2024 Hall of Fame and Pioneer Award inductees Bill Johnson, Johnny Doolan and Eugene Siefker

By | January 25, 2024

The Outdoor Amusement Business Association is pleased to announce its Hall of Fame and Pioneer Award inductees for 2024. Hall of Fame recipients are William (Bill) Johnson and Johnny Doolan; the Pioneer Award will be presented to Eugene (Gene) Siefker.  All presentations will take place at the organization’s annual meeting at the Sheraton Tampa Brandon […]

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