Palace Playland: 108 Year Old Seaside Amusement Park Tempered by the Pandemic
Located 90 miles north of Boston in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, Palace Playland is a 108-year-old icon that has been in the Golder family since 1995. CEO Joel Golder, along with partner whom he bought ... [read more]
New Ride Concepts for Amusement Parks on the Horizon
Jurrasic World VelociCoaster Unveiled; Zamperla Promotes new Big Wavez Ride Concept
Available as a family coaster or for dark ride attractions, Extreme Engineering in Athens, TX, has engineered and is now shipping to Quatar – their new Cloud Coaster. It's a roller coaster for ... [read more]
California COVID-19 Lockdown Shutters Holiday Plans at Theme Parks
First came the curfews and the loss of outdoor dining perfect for California weather. Then came the realization that many holiday events to be held at already still-closed theme parks would be ... [read more]
Busch Gardens Williamsburg to Remain Open Year-Round
For the first time in its 45 year history, Busch Gardens Williamsburg will remain open year-round in 2021 to bring members and guests new, limited-capacity, events. The park was closed for several ... [read more]
Off to See the Wizard: Changes Coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort has added attractions over the years, most recently, 2019's Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.The world opened ten years ... [read more]
Indiana Beach Adds Schwarzkopf Looping Roller Coaster and Polyp Rides for 2021
Indiana Beach just bought a Schwarzkopf Looping roller coaster and a Polyp, a retro spinning flat ride. The amusement park, which rose from closure at the start of the year is one of the few ... [read more]
Amusement Parks Turn to Modified Holiday Events to Attract Guests
For kids wanting a pandemic-respite, and parents looking for a little holiday spirit, Santa's Village in SkyPark, Calif., is preparing to provide both, as are other holiday attractions across the ... [read more]
KMG to offer New Line of Portable Giant Wheels; Company Debuts Crazy-X Thrill Ride
Peter Theunisz of KMG Europe BV and New Rides Europe, reached out to CarnivalWarehouse.com from the Netherlands to provide updates on new projects and sales in both Europe and the United States. ... [read more]
It's a New Age for Drive-Through and Drive-In Attractions
With Universal Studios Hollywood closed for the rest of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Universal CityWalk, the adjoining shopping and dining area, is gearing up to fill in a bit of the ... [read more]
Santa Cruz Boardwalk: California's Oldest Amusement Park is First to Open but Forced to Close One Week Later
While indoor attractions remain closed, Santa Cruz Boardwalk's outdoor rides were open for thrills – but only for residents of Santa Cruz County. Reservations were made prior to 5 p.m. the day ... [read more]
