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Who’s Universal Studios gonna call for their first Halloween Horror Night mazes in franchise history? Ghostbusters

Who’s Universal Studios gonna call for their first Halloween Horror Night mazes in franchise history? Ghostbusters

Jul 18, 2019 Attractions, Haunts, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Who’s Universal Studios gonna call for their first Halloween Horror Night mazes in franchise history? Ghostbusters

For the first time ever, Sony Pictures’ classic film, Ghostbusters, is coming to “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios...
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Millions of years in the making, Jurassic World opens its gates at Universal Studios Hollywood

Millions of years in the making, Jurassic World opens its gates at Universal Studios Hollywood

Jul 18, 2019 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Millions of years in the making, Jurassic World opens its gates at Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Creative collaborated with Industrial Light & Magic and the filmmakers in the creation of the new ride.
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Technifex celebrates 35th anniversary with Thea Award for Volcano Bay

Technifex celebrates 35th anniversary with Thea Award for Volcano Bay

Apr 15, 2019 Attractions, Business, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Water Parks Comments Off on Technifex celebrates 35th anniversary with Thea Award for Volcano Bay

Technifex's themed entertainment legacy began with their work on the original King Kong attraction in Hollywood.
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Universal Studios Hollywood guests can experience the Secret Life of Pets in new 2020 attraction

Universal Studios Hollywood guests can experience the Secret Life of Pets in new 2020 attraction

Apr 11, 2019 Headlines, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Universal Studios Hollywood guests can experience the Secret Life of Pets in new 2020 attraction

In this all-new fully immersive experience,guests will assume the roles of stray puppies as they join a familiar cast of leading characters from The Secret Life of Pets
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Comcast reports $2.6 billion in theme park revenue for first half of 2018

Comcast reports $2.6 billion in theme park revenue for first half of 2018

Jul 26, 2018 Asia, Business, News, North America, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Comcast reports $2.6 billion in theme park revenue for first half of 2018

The parks saw higher per capita spending driven by the successful openings of several new attractions including Fast & Furious -Supercharged in Orlando , partially offset by the timing of spring...
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From new coaster designs to live animals, IAAPA members showcase new attractions for 2018

From new coaster designs to live animals, IAAPA members showcase new attractions for 2018

May 28, 2018 Attractions, News, Theme Parks, Water Parks, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on From new coaster designs to live animals, IAAPA members showcase new attractions for 2018

In 2018 the anticipated U.S. theme and amusement park attendance estimate is 398.5 million and guest spending will grow to an estimated $23.58 billion.
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USA Theme Park Owners’ Financial Results for First Quarter 2018

USA Theme Park Owners’ Financial Results for First Quarter 2018

May 11, 2018 Asia, Business, Europe & Middle East, News, North America, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, Themed Resorts/Hotels, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on USA Theme Park Owners’ Financial Results for First Quarter 2018

InPark presents the 1st quarter financial results for the five publicly traded US theme park operators listed on the NASDAQ and NYSE.
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Fionnegan Murphy Promoted to VP of Design at Diablo Sound

Fionnegan Murphy Promoted to VP of Design at Diablo Sound

Apr 30, 2018 Attractions, Business, Haunts, Museums, News, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks Comments Off on Fionnegan Murphy Promoted to VP of Design at Diablo Sound

Murphy has been with Diablo Sound since 2008 as a Systems Designer and Project Manager on Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. This will be Murphy’s 11th year with Halloween...
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Universal Parks & Resorts: Big names in Beijing

Universal Parks & Resorts: Big names in Beijing

Apr 04, 2018 #72 - Dubai/Museums, 2018, Asia, Features, Headlines, Theme Parks, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on Universal Parks & Resorts: Big names in Beijing

Groundbreaking took place in October 2016, with a scheduled opening in 2020. The overall project is expected to create 40,000 new jobs in the Tongzhou region.
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Nighttime Lights Illuminate Hogwarts Castle at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Nighttime Lights Illuminate Hogwarts Castle at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Jan 15, 2018 News, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Nighttime Lights Illuminate Hogwarts Castle at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

State-of-the-art projection mapping, coupled with special effects hand lighting, will wrap Hogwarts castle in a dazzling display celebrating the four houses of Hogwarts.
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