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Summer is here! Aquatica announces all-new AquaGlow – the ultimate neon nighttime swim party experience – debuting this summer

By | May 15, 2025

SAN ANTONIO — Aquatica San Antonio, Texas’s best waterpark, is the ideal summertime destination, offering both fun and relaxation. From exhilarating daytime fan-favorite attractions to the nighttime excitement of the ALL-NEW AquaGlow, an electrifying nighttime swim party that transforms the entire park into a vibrant neon escape, there’s something for everyone to enjoy from sunup to sundown. Starting Friday, May 23, […]

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Sesame Place Philadelphia splashes into summer with 45th Birthday Beach Bash, water attractions, and fireworks

By | May 15, 2025

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Sesame Place Philadelphia is celebrating its 45th birthday this spring and summer! The park is kicking off the un-official start to summer with sunny, splashy fun beginning Saturday, May 24! Select water attractions will open for the 2025 season, and weekend festivities include: Highlights of Sesame Summer Splash, beginning on June 20 – […]

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The Resorts Companies name John Alvarez general counsel

By | May 15, 2025

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — The Resorts Companies, Inc., owner of Massanutten Resort and Bluestone Peak in Rockingham County, Virginia near Harrisonburg, and Wilderness Presidential Resort in Spotsylvania County, Virginia near Fredericksburg, today announced the appointment of John Alvarez as general counsel. In this key leadership role, Alvarez will oversee all legal matters for The Resorts Companies and […]

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RWS Global expands leadership team with addition of Hans Vollrath as Executive Vice President of Land Production and Ashley Hong as Vice President of Licensing

By | May 15, 2025

NEW YORK — RWS Global, the world leader in live moments across entertainment and sports, has announced two strategic leadership appointments as part of its continued global expansion. Hans Vollrath joins as Executive Vice President of Land Production, while Ashley Hong steps into the newly created role of Vice President of Licensing. These additions emphasize the company’s […]

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Fritz’s Adventure to host grand opening weekend at Grandscape May 30 – June 1

By | May 15, 2025

DALLAS, Texas — Fritz’s Adventure, the action-packed family adventure destination at Grandscape in The Colony, will officially celebrate its Grand Opening Weekend on Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1, 2025.  While the attraction has been welcoming guests since early April, the multi-day celebration marks a milestone moment for the brand’s Texas debut — and an exciting […]

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Story Land Theme Park kicks off most eventful season ever on May 24

By | May 15, 2025

GLEN, N.H. — The countdown is on. Story Land, New Hampshire’s Best Theme Park for Kids, will officially kick off its 2025 season on Saturday, May 24 at 9:30 a.m. The beloved New Hampshire theme park is gearing up to welcome families back with giveaways and all the park’s iconic rides, attractions, and timeless fairy […]

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The countdown is over: Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe welcomes guests back May 24

By | May 15, 2025

GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Carolinas’ Favorite Water Park, Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe, will officially open its gates for the 2025 season on Saturday, May 24 at 10 a.m. As the park readies its more than 40 rides and attractions for Opening Weekend, Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe is also adding even more newness throughout […]

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The Point Surf Park breaks ground in Florida, powered by the USA’s first Endless Surf Lagoon

By | May 15, 2025

FELLSMERE, Fla. — The Point Surf Park and Endless Surf, next-generation wave pool technology, have announced their partnership to introduce Florida’s inaugural surf park. Already under construction on Florida’s east coast, The Point is set to make waves in 2026. On track to become the Citrus State’s very first surf park and the first Endless […]

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NRCMA: Four historic roller coaster cars saved and preserved

By | May 15, 2025

PLAINVIEW, Texas — The National Roller Coaster Museum and Archives (NRCMA), the world’s largest collection of historic amusement ride vehicles and memorabilia, has successfully raised the funds to save and preserve four historic coaster cars from across North America, all thanks to ride enthusiasts from around the world. The vehicles that fans helped the museum rescue […]

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Knott’s Berry Farm announces the Ultimate Summer Season

By | May 14, 2025

BUENA PARK, Calif. — The fun never ends at Knott’s Berry Farm and Knott’s Soak City this summer with new food, new thrills, and new fun as “Ghost Town Alive!” and “Knott’s Summer Nights” kick off on June 13 and run through Sept. 1. Across the street, Knott’s Soak City is ready to make a […]

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