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TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — An 18-hole Modular Advantage Mini Golf course was recently designed and installed by Adventure Golf & Sports (AGS) at the 188-acre Lake Arvesta Farms in South Haven, Michigan. The course features a variety of obstacles inspired by the crops and land of west Michigan from beach balls, driftwood, a blueberry harvester, firetruck and a lighthouse, to farm […]
WHAT: Hersheypark springs back to life this weekend when it opens on Saturday, April 5, at 11 a.m. for its 119th operating year. The largest amusement park in Pennsylvania will be open for seven Spring Weekends through May 18, with extended hours over Easter Weekend, before the summer season begins May 22. Tickets include more than 50 […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Zach Williams and legendary Christian rock band Skillet headline Dollywood’s popular contemporary Christian music event, Rock the Smokies, with multiple shows set to take place in Celebrity Theater on Saturday, Aug. 23. One of contemporary Christian music’s most well-known names, Zach Williams has become known for chart-toppers—including “There Was Jesus,” a collaboration with […]
Embed is the AAMA Supplier of the Year Award winner, a testament to the company’s commitment to layering value for members of the Embed family through constant innovation of solutions FEC operators can trust and maximise to enable, empower, and ease their business of fun. “We are honoured to be recognised for this esteemed award. […]
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Opening Day at Kennywood, Pittsburgh’s Thrill and Entertainment Destination, is just nine days away, as the park’s 127th season begins on 412 Day, Saturday, April 12. This year begins with a ribbon cutting and unveiling of the all-new Kennywood Junction themed area and new Eggcellent Celebration event. Modeled after a small steel town neighborhood, Kennywood Junction features five newly […]
Betson Enterprises is excited to announce the appointment of Stuart Wood as the new Director of Export Consultant for the Middle East, UK, and EU regions. Stuart brings over 28 years of experience in the Family Entertainment sector, most recently serving as Vice President of Arcades at HB Leisure. Prior to that, he held the […]
In today’s fast-paced world, a smooth guest experience is essential. Perth’s Crown Casino now uses VLocker’s cashless locker system. This helps them give their guests the best experience possible. In June 2022 Crown Casino Perth approached VLocker seeking a modern locker solution for their basement casino entry areas due to performance issues with their existing […]
LEAWOOD, Kan. — AMC Theatres, the largest theatrical exhibitor in the United States and the world, today announced that moviegoers seeking a frozen treat can now enjoy Dippin’ Dots, America’s original and number one beadedice cream brand, during their movie at AMC theatres across the country. This announcement and rollout follow a highly successful test of Dippin’ Dots products in select AMC markets […]
GENEVA, Switzerland — MSC Cruises has officially sailed into the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS books, with crew onboard its latest flagship, MSC World America, setting a new record for assembling the longest line of LEGO ships. The record attempt took place during MSC World America’s journey from the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France – where she had been under […]
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — Slick City Action Park, the world’s first indoor slide park featuring proprietary dry-slide technology, has disrupted the active Family Entertainment Center (FEC) space. The company has achieved rapid growth in 2024, becoming the fastest-growing business in the active FEC industry, with the highest Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $4.96 million AUV and 41.04% average […]
