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Betson Expands Technical Training Program
Betson Enterprises, a leading distributor of arcade and amusement equipment, today announced a major expansion of its Betson Technical University (BTU) program. The new curriculum now includes three distinct training options designed to meet the diverse needs of Family Entertainment Centers (FECs), helping them maximize revenue by minimizing equipment downtime. Building on the success of the existing training, Betson has developed comprehensive courses led by its team of skilled in-house technicians.
IAAPA Reveals 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, is proud to announce the five newest inductees into the prestigious IAAPA Hall of Fame. Established in 1990, the Hall of Fame recognizes visionaries and pioneers whose extraordinary contributions have shaped the growth and success of the global attractions industry. For more than three decades, this highest honor within the attractions community has celebrated industry legends from around the world whose leadership, creativity, and innovation
Roger Williams Park Zoo Celebrates Historic Birth of Twin Red Panda Kits
The Roger Williams Park Zoo is thrilled to announce an adorable and historic addition to its animal family: the birth of twin red panda kits. These little bundles of fluff were born on July 4, marking the first successful birth of red panda kits in the Zoo’s history. This milestone is a tremendous win for global conservation efforts. Red pandas are classified as endangered, with fewer than 10,000 remaining in the wild. Every birth is a step toward ensuring a future for this remarkable species. Our red
Lake Compounce Invites Guest to Dream Until They Scream with Debut of New Haunt During Phantom Fall Fest
The All-New Project Nightmare Takes Bad Dreams to the Extreme All Halloween Season Long Lake Compounce is turning the fear up to 10 this Halloween season with its largest and most horrifying Phantom Fall Fest yet. The scare is everywhere as Halloween horror returns to America’s First Amusement Park on Saturday, September 20. This year, parkgoers are in for even more nightmares as the park debuts a brand-new haunted house, Project Nightmare. Beginning on Opening Night, Project Nightmare will open
Thrills, flavors and festive traditions return to Six Flags Great Escape with Oktoberfest presented by Cash App
German-inspired food, brews, and fun every weekend through September 21 Resort launches fall hiring season Six Flags Great Escaperaises a glass to the return of Oktoberfest presented by Cash App, running weekends through Sept. 21. The annual event combines authentic German-inspired food and craft beer with live entertainment, festive games and family fun, making it one of the Adirondacks’ most anticipated fall celebrations. Oktoberfest Highlights:German-inspired dishes such as bratwurst, pierogis,
Betson Enterprises Expands into Nebraska, Bringing New Skill & Amusement Games to the State
Betson Enterprises, a leading provider of amusement and skill games, is expanding its national footprint with a new office in La Vista, Nebraska, to meet the growing demand for skill games in the state. Having successfully established a strong presence in Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Georgia, Betson is poised to replicate its success in Nebraska with the introduction of innovative skill game experiences from Light & Wonder. "Nebraska is a fantastic new market for us. We're eager to partner with local
RWS Global Partners with North Carolina Zoo to Launch Groundbreaking AR Tracking Experience in Upcoming Asia Expansion?
Today, RWS Global, the world’s leader in live moments across entertainment and sports, announced an exciting partnership with the North Carolina Zoo to create a first-of-its-kind augmented reality (AR) tracking adventure debuting with the Zoo’s highly anticipated Asia expansion in summer 2026. The innovative experience, designed exclusively for the North Carolina Zoo, will transform guests into biologists on a mission to protect wildlife. Using hand-held digital devices, they will be guided by
Seabreeze Park Announces Major Investment: Family Water Attraction Coming Summer 2026
Seabreeze is making a splash at full speed in 2026 with the debut of a thrilling new water attraction. Standing 50 feet tall with over 1,000 feet of slide, this one-of-a-kind dual experience will deliver fun for families and friends to enjoy together.The attraction features two slides, each designed for two riders on a figure-eight inner tube. Guests can launch in two pairs, racing through twists, turns, and drops toward the finish line. Along the way, they encounter three rally points, a high-speed
Six Flags New England Unleashes Spooktacular Fall Lineup
From Fright Fest Scares to Trick-or-Treat Fun and Oktoberfest Flavors, Fall Thrills Await All Ages Today, Six Flags New England revealed its exciting 2025 fall lineup, featuring spine-chilling thrills, festive bites, and Halloween fun for all ages. Guests can look forward to a season filled with immersive events and family-friendly entertainment. Highlights of the fall season’s event series include: Sept. 6 ─ Oct. 26, Oktoberfest presented by Cash App is an exciting annual celebration that brings the
Golden Ticket Awards deadlines fast approaching
Charity golf event still open, new tour added at Carowinds Amusement Today’s annual Golden Ticket Awards, scheduled for Sept. 5 & 6, 2025, and hosted by Carowinds in Charlotte, N.C., is fast approaching as are numerous deadlines. All event and registration information can be found at GoldenTicketAwards.com. The deadline to register is August 25.Lodging updateWhile the GTA’s host hotel, the SpringHill Suites, is now completely booked, Amusement Today has an extra room block secured at the TownePlace Suite
Quassy Celebrates National Roller Coaster Day with New Ride Deal
Quassy Amusement Park and Waterpark is inviting thrill seekers of all ages to join in the fun on National Roller Coaster Day, Saturday, Aug. 16, for the official grand opening of its two newest attractions: the Crazy 8 spinning coaster and the Aladdin Swing Ride. Aladdin Swing RideCrazy 8 Roller Coaster To mark the occasion, the park is offering a limited-time, online-only wristband deal for just $15.99. The Rollercoaster Wristband is valid from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday only and grants guests unlimited
