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Knott’s Taste of Calico brings culinary festival to streets of theme park’s historic Ghost Town

Knott’s Taste of Calico brings culinary festival to streets of theme park’s historic Ghost Town

Jul 17, 2020 Business, COVID-19, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Knott’s Taste of Calico brings culinary festival to streets of theme park’s historic Ghost Town

During this specially ticketed outdoor event, guests will be able to take a nostalgic stroll through the streets of Calico and sample unique Knott’s culinary creations including boysenberry...
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Disneyland Resort phased reopening starts July 9

Disneyland Resort phased reopening starts July 9

Jun 23, 2020 Business, COVID-19, Homepage Slider, News, North America, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on Disneyland Resort phased reopening starts July 9

The reopening approach is deliberately fluid and phased, and there are many factors that are helping determine the timing of when various aspects of the business will reopen in a responsible way.
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San Diego Zoo and San Diego Safari Park reopen June 20

San Diego Zoo and San Diego Safari Park reopen June 20

Jun 17, 2020 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, News, North America, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on San Diego Zoo and San Diego Safari Park reopen June 20

Both parks will resume operations in stages that will start with limited dining and shopping experiences
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Knott’s California Marketplace now open

Knott’s California Marketplace now open

Jun 09, 2020 Business, COVID-19, News, North America, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, World markets Comments Off on Knott’s California Marketplace now open

Additional locations of Knott’s Berry Farm’s California Marketplace have re-opened to the public.
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Six Flags Magic Mountain launches West Coast Racers dueling coaster

Six Flags Magic Mountain launches West Coast Racers dueling coaster

Jan 10, 2020 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Six Flags Magic Mountain launches West Coast Racers dueling coaster

The ride experience includes two complete laps, multiple airtime hills, extreme high-banked turns and over/under near misses.
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Mickey and friends headed to Disneyland Resort in trio of new attractions

Mickey and friends headed to Disneyland Resort in trio of new attractions

Apr 22, 2019 Attractions, Homepage Slider, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Mickey and friends headed to Disneyland Resort in trio of new attractions

Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway is the first major Mickey-themed ride-through attraction at Disneyland park.
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Exterior and landscaping complete on Aquarium of the Pacific’s Pacific Visions expansion

Exterior and landscaping complete on Aquarium of the Pacific’s Pacific Visions expansion

Feb 04, 2019 Attractions, News, North America, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on Exterior and landscaping complete on Aquarium of the Pacific’s Pacific Visions expansion

The 300-seat Honda Pacific Visions Theater, which houses a 130-foot-wide by 32-foot-tall screen that curves in a 180-degree arc, a tilting floor projection disc, and special effects capabilities.
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B&M dive coaster will add thrills to SeaWorld San Diego in 2020

B&M dive coaster will add thrills to SeaWorld San Diego in 2020

Jan 08, 2019 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on B&M dive coaster will add thrills to SeaWorld San Diego in 2020

This new roller coaster will be the tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster in California, as well as the only floorless dive coaster in the state.
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Extended PEANUTS Celebration returns to Knott’s Berry Farm

Extended PEANUTS Celebration returns to Knott’s Berry Farm

Jan 03, 2019 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Extended PEANUTS Celebration returns to Knott’s Berry Farm

The vibrant décor will include full-size comic strip props like Charlie Brown’s kites and his renowned thought bubbles which will adorn the park’s pathways.
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Two Bit Circus: When maker culture met the LBE

Two Bit Circus: When maker culture met the LBE

Dec 18, 2018 #76 - Year End/Trade Show Round-up, 2018, Attractions, Features, North America, World markets Comments Off on Two Bit Circus: When maker culture met the LBE

This new approach to LBE has been undertaken by Los Angeles firm Two Bit Circus, founded by Brent Bushnell (son of Atari and Chuck E Cheese founder Nolan Bushnell) and Eric Gradman.
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