Author Archives: News Release
LUBBOCK, Texas — Joyland Park, Lubbock Texas closed for the season in September 2022 with intentions to reopen with a new owner. During the holiday season, the deal was not fulfilled, and Joyland owners, with retirement underway, were faced with a turnkey park filled with supplies and equipment. International Rides Management was selected to liquidate […]
One of the most modern and spectacular attractions in Europe is currently being built with the new rollercoaster in Europa-Park. 15 weeks after the installation of the first rail, the track was ceremoniously closed yesterday. The final rail element, part of the ‘inverted top hat’, had to be installed 32.5 metres above the station building, […]
Eric Summers named Chief Financial Officer of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
By News Release | May 17, 2023
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — Eric Summers has been promoted to the position of Chief Financial Officer at the Santa Cruz Seaside Company, owner and operator of the historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Prior to his promotion, Summers served as the company’s Director of Finance and Investments since he started with the company in 2018. As […]
RWS Global launches as one powerhouse team creating unmatched live moments across the globe
By News Release | May 17, 2023
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Global entertainment leader RWS Entertainment Group announced today it is relaunching as RWS Global, comprised of subsidiaries RWS, ted, JRA and ARC. Celebrating 120 years of combined experience, this unifying brand reflects the breadth of the company’s capacity to deliver best-of-the-best talent, visionary creative and decades of know-how as the go-to partner for making every live experience exceptional. The […]
FEDERAL WAY, Wash. — Wild Waves Theme & Water Park, Washington’s largest combination theme and water park, will open for the 2023 season May 27. The park will offer exciting, new events, delicious, new food options, and new games of skill. In addition, Wild Waves will commemorate the anniversary of two signature attractions, including the 20th anniversary of the wooden […]
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — AWESOME family fun meets action-packed entertainment this summer with the premiere of Go Xtreme!, a live-action stunt show, at LEGOLAND Florida Resort! This ALL-NEW show will have families on the edge of their seats with thrilling, hilarious and extreme stunts from world-class performers. The high-energy experience and more summer offerings will thrill guests select […]
Wild Rivers Waterpark Celebrates KTLA Day to Kick-off the Official Season Premiere and Kontiki Cove’s Grand Opening Extravaganza on Saturday, May 20
By News Release | May 17, 2023
IRVINE, Calif. — Wild Rivers Waterpark, California’s newest waterpark in Irvine’s Great Park, will roll out the red carpet on Saturday, May 20th, and welcome Southern California news station KTLA for KTLA Day, as Wild Rivers marks its season premiere and official grand opening for its newest attraction, Kontiki Cove. In conjunction, Wild Rivers will offer […]
State Fair of Texas unveils 2023 commemorative theme art, “Explore the Midway”
By News Release | May 17, 2023
DALLAS — For 137 years, one area of the fairgrounds has remained the playground for folks of all ages at the annual State Fair of Texas: The Midway. Each year, the Midway serves as a central location for more than 2.5 million folks from all walks of life to experience the hustle and bustle of […]
BRISTOL, Conn. — Lake Compounce, the official park of family fun and America’s First Amusement Park today announced the appointment of Doug Hemphill as General Manager effective immediately. Hemphill is a seasoned industry professional that brings more than 40 years of amusement industry experience to the park. Lake Compounce is owned and operated by Palace Entertainment, a leading leisure park operator […]
DreamWorks Animation unveils its Gabby’s Dollhouse touring fan experience, GABBY ON THE GO, set to visit nine locations across the UK and France this Summer
By News Release | May 15, 2023
LONDON — DreamWorks Animation today shares details of its new touring fan experience, GABBY ON THE GO!based on its popular animated television series Gabby’s Dollhouse, which will travel to nine different locations across the UK and France from May to June 2023. GABBY ON THE GO! gives fans the opportunity to jump inside Gabby’s fantastical, animated world for a cat-tastic new […]
