Soccer fever has taken over the world, including Universal Parks & Resorts. Renowned Brazilian soccer icon, Kaká, is the star of the new Universal’s new TV commercial, set to air throughout the duration of the World Cup in the U.S., Mexico and Brazil. The new TV spot features Kaká dribbling his way through Universal’s most…
Kentucky Kingdom is pleased to announce that it is extending its early bird season pass price through July 4. Passes will remain on sale at the early bird price of $69.95 until midnight on Wednesday, July 4, after which the price will increase by $50, rising to $119.95. Julie Johnson, Kentucky Kingdom’s Director of Sales…
Rumors have been swirling about a new roller coaster coming to Kennywood since the removal of the Log Jammer last off-season. Although no official announcement has been made confirming a new coaster, the park has released their first teaser for the “Project 412” expansion in the form of a lottery scratch off. The tease consists…
While the 2018 season of thrills has just begun for most amusement parks, 2019 plans are already being executed at some parks. According to documents filed with the Southwest Florida Water Management District, Busch Gardens Tampa is advancing on a new attraction they are calling “Project Teel”. Plans indicate a new ride will be placed…
The world’s premier Halloween event is about to get even scarier… with the MOST HAUNTED HOUSES EVER! Universal Orlando Resort is making this year’s Halloween Horror Nights the most intense ever with a record number of haunted houses as the event breaks into double digits for the first time! This is the first time in…
Thrill seekers were lined up early Friday morning to be among the first to ride TANTRUM, Darien Lake’s newest roller coaster. Riders go up a 90 degree angle, 98 feet straight up into the air, before falling back down toward the earth! Orange and green balloons adorned a corner of Darien Lake Amusement Park as…
On Friday, June 1st , Voodoo Doughnut at Universal Orlando CityWalk Resort celebrated National Doughnut Day, and the start of summer, by unveiling an all-new doughnut! Inspired by a summertime ice cream favorite, The Universal Orangesicle – which you can only get at Universal Orlando Resort – is covered in citrus frosting, topped with chocolate pearls and filled…
Quassy, the historic amusement park in Connecticut, is opening a new attraction in their Splash Away Bay waterpark named Category 5 Rapids – Extreme Waterslides. Built by the renowned slide manufacturer ProSlides, this new complex consists of two tube slides along with a funnel slide. The new raft rides will have a combined length of more than…
If you make a visit to the Pittsburgh Zoo this summer, you may get a glimpse of a cute little baby gorilla! Twenty-two-year-old Western lowland gorilla Moka, gave birth to her third baby while out on exhibit yesterday morning at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. The birth created quite an experience for visitors who…
Many amusement parks around the United States offer the U.S. military discounted admission to their parks during the major summer holidays. SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment has taken the concept to a whole new level with the company’s recent announcements. Available May 24 through July 4, U.S. veterans and up to three guests can receive one…
Six Flags Over Georgia is known for having thrilling roller coasters. After the closure of the Georgia Cyclone in 2017, rumors quickly began to swirl that the park was re-imagining the ride into a new thrill machine. Fast forward to 2018, and we now have a twisted masterpiece of wood and steel. Today, members of the…
Need a stress relief from the daily grind? Call some friends, grab a date, or the kids, and ride some roller coasters this weekend! Kings Dominion is celebrating Memorial Day all weekend long with extended fireworks shows, free admission for military, the opening of its 20-acre water park, live entertainment, and more during the Memorial…