Author Archives: News Release

Universal Orlando Resort releases all-new video highlighting its transformation into a four-park destination

By | March 3, 2025

In just 11 weeks, Universal Orlando Resort will become a four-theme park vacation destination filled with a week’s worth of thrilling and unforgettable experiences when Universal Epic Universe officially opens on May 22, 2025. The imaginative new theme park will invite guests to discover five immersive worlds filled with adventures that go beyond their wildest […]

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Merlin Entertainments brings Peppa Pig to new audiences in a second U.S. theme park

By | March 3, 2025

Merlin Entertainments, a global leader in branded entertainment destinations, has opened its newest PEPPA PIG Theme Park in Dallas-Fort Worth. This attraction is the latest addition to Merlin’s successful partnership with leading games, IP and toy company, Hasbro. To mark the opening, Fiona Eastwood – Merlin Entertainments’ new CEO – joined representatives of Hasbro for […]

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Sacoa’s technology powers Mirai Arcade in Orlando, FL

By | March 3, 2025

ORLANDO — The long-awaited Mirai Arcade, a brand-new Japanese-themed crane arcade, has officially opened its doors at 441 N Alafaya Trail, offering a cutting-edge entertainment experience that promises to captivate both locals and visitors. Step into a world where technology and tradition collide, delivering a truly immersive adventure. The star of this high-tech wonderland is […]

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Peppa Pig Theme Park celebrates grand opening in North Texas

By | March 3, 2025

NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — With giggles, snorts of excitement and the sky filled with confetti, Merlin Entertainments, a global leader in location-based entertainment, in collaboration with Hasbro, a leading game and toy company, officially celebrated the grand opening of the highly anticipated PEPPA PIG Theme Park Dallas-Fort Worth in North Richland Hills, Texas. Fiona […]

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Four Intercard U.S. customers are winners in BCM’s 40th Bowling Center Architecture And Design Awards

By | March 3, 2025

ST. LOUIS — Intercard congratulates four of its customers who are among the eleven U.S. bowling and family entertainment centers that earned top honors in the 40th annual Bowling Center Architecture and Design Awards competition conducted by Bowling Center Management magazine. The competition was founded four decades ago to encourage bowling proprietors to reinvest in […]

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GCII: Breaking news on a seismic upgrade

By | February 28, 2025

ATHOL, Idaho — The anticipation has been growing as word and images of a trackless wooden coaster at Silverwood Theme Park spread across the Inland Northwest. On Thursday, the park officially announced the details behind the construction. Summer 2025 will officially be the season to rediscover the legend of Tremors. Since Tremor’s opening in 1999, […]

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Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort raise their mugs to celebrate the return of Butterbeer Season in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

By | February 28, 2025

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., and ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort celebrate the return of the popular Butterbeer Season, a dedicated, annual tradition that invites guests and fans to enjoy all things Butterbeer within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Butterbeer Season begins on Saturday, March 1 and continues daily through Saturday, May 31, 2025. Reminiscent of […]

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Legoland California unveils world’s first Duplo rooms and tons of family-friendly fun!

By | February 28, 2025

CARLSBAD, Calif. — Hold onto your bricks, folks! LEGOLAND California Resort has unveiled the world’s first LEGO DUPLO themed hotel rooms at LEGOLAND Hotel and they’re bursting with toddler cuteness! Just in time for spring break, these vibrant rooms offer a playful escape where young children can immerse themselves in a world built just for them and their adult adventurers. Designed […]

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Universal Orlando Resort invites guests to unlock more magic in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

By | February 27, 2025

ORLANDO — This March, Universal Orlando Resort is bringing even more magic to its popular interactive wand experiences in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Guests can enjoy an all-new collection of Second Generation Interactive Wands that feature light and haptic effects for the first time ever, a personalized experience available within the Universal Orlando […]

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Today’s trends and tomorrow’s are celebrated during TEA’s State of the Industry

By | February 27, 2025

BURBANK, Calif. — The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) proudly announces the dynamic panel of industry experts who will take part in the TEA State of the Industry discussion during the annual TEA INSPIRE conference. Taking place on Friday 14 March at 11 a.m. PST in Universal City, California, TEA’s State of the Industry is one of the […]

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