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ATLANTA, Ga. — Herschend and Parques Reunidos have signed a definitive agreement under which Herschend will acquire all of Palace Entertainment’s U.S. entertainment properties from Parques Reunidos. This agreement represents a significant milestone for both organizations—supporting Herschend’s strategic expansion in family entertainment and hospitality while allowing Parques Reunidos to reinforce its strategic focus on its core European market. “This […]
Ann-Kathrin Mack, daughter of Marianne and Roland Mack, has been appointed as an additional Managing Partner of Europa-Park. The 35-year-old architect, who has held a leading position in the company for nine years, is already responsible for the Mack Solutions/Construction Management division. In her new role as Managing Partner, she will additionally take on responsibility […]
ORLANDO — Universal Orlando Resort is sharing an official first look inside Universal Epic Universe – the destination’s fourth incredible theme park grand opening on May 22, 2025. The new theme park will present a level of immersion and innovation that is unmatched as it unlocks the portals to five astounding worlds: Celestial Park, The Wizarding […]
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The Fort Wayne Zoo will kick off its season-long 60th birthday party on Friday, March 28. The season opening festivities will begin at 11:30 a.m. in the Entrance Plaza with musical performances and a ribbon cutting at noon with Mayor Sharon Tucker, Zoo Executive Director Rick Schuiteman, and Zoo Board President […]
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Pudgy Penguins, the digital-first brand making waves in toys, gaming, and entertainment, is partnering with Pipeline Games to introduce the Pudgy Penguins Claw Machine, debuting at Amusement Expo International 2025. This state-of-the-art 31” claw machine features: More than just an arcade game, this machine connects to Pudgy Penguins’ expanding entertainment ecosystem. Winning a plush isn’t just a […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Dollywood’s 40th anniversary season is officially underway after the park’s namesake and Dreamer-in-Chief Dolly Parton welcomed guests and media during the park’s first day of operation today. The event marked her first public appearance following the passing of her beloved husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, on March 3. During the morning media […]
WOOSTER, Ohio — Wooster Products, the industry leader in anti-slip safety stair treads and walkway products, has added Sean Brown as a new Regional Sales Manager. In his new role, Brown will work with sales channel partners to promote the entire line of Wooster Products safety stair nosings and treads, anti-slip tapes, and coatings to […]
NEW YORK — RWS Global, the world’s leader in live moments, today announced it has acquired Harmony Helper, a patented app which helps singers learn their part of a song. Through the acquisition of Harmony Helper, RWS Global’s clients will unlock significant rehearsal cost savings, while thousands of singers in productions around the world will […]
CARLSBAD, Calif. — Forget pots of gold at the end of the rainbow; at LEGOLAND California Resort, guests are finding their own leprechaun treasure by spotting the elusive “Mr. Gold” this St. Patrick’s Day season! Year round, the family theme park offers kids the chance to search for this rare golden collectible pop badge as the ultimate […]
ST. LOUIS — Intercard, the world leader in cashless technology for the amusement industry, will exhibit at the cinema industry’s CinemaCon 2025 at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas from April 1-3. Account executive Joe Guccione will be at booth 319J to showcase Intercard’s cashless payment systems for use in cinemas. Featured this year is Intercard’s award-winning iQ […]
