amusement and theme parks
Mattel Adventure Park: Exciting Updates for 2024 Opening
“Exciting updates on Mattel Adventure Park’s construction: 2024 opening, thrilling roller coasters, and captivating Barbie attractions!”
Exciting updates have emerged regarding the construction of Mattel Adventure Park! Originally scheduled to open in time for the 2023 Super Bowl, the park’s debut has been delayed until 2024. However, recent developments give us a glimpse of what’s in store.




Here are some pictures showing the progress of the park’s construction. Image Credit: Rebecca Jo Washington
Back in August 2023, Mark Cornell, president of Mattel Adventure Park, shared a video showcasing the Bone Shaker Rollercoaster carts, hinting at the thrilling experience to come. The park will feature two Hot Wheels-themed roller coasters: the family-friendly Hot Wheels Bone Shaker, boasting an 84-foot climb and a unique skull design, and the adrenaline-pumping Hot Wheels Twin Mill Racer, Arizona’s first launching coaster.
Additionally, there will be Barbie-themed attractions, including a flying theater ride, custom doll building, holograms, and a themed restaurant and bar. With these updates, anticipation for the grand opening of Mattel Adventure Park is building!
box office and theater
Regal announces Family Ticket offer for all G, PG, and PG-13 rated movies
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. /PRNewswire/ — With affordable bundles trending, Regal wants to share the love of family friendly movies by offering four tickets all at child prices with the Regal Family Ticket. Available at all Regal theatres, the ticket offer provides a discount on the overall price, cheaper than the four tickets purchased individually for the latest Hollywood blockbusters.




“Family friendly movies appeal across generations, and Regal is excited to offer an affordable option for small groups to visit the theatre to enjoy these titles together,” said John Curry, Chief Commercial Officer at Regal. “With current and upcoming movies like Trolls Band Together, Wish, Wonka, and Migration, the Regal Family Ticket offer makes the most wonderful time of the year even better.”
The family ticket bundle is available to groups of four consisting of up to two adults and two children or one adult with three children. Additionally, all four attendees must attend the same movie (no R-rated titles) and same showtime to meet the terms of this offer. Ticket pricing is based on the child rate for the Regal location being attended and will be available for a limited time.
The Regal Family Ticket purchases also add credits to Regal Crown Club accounts where active members earn rewards including free popcorn, soft drinks, movies and merchandise. Free program membership is available in the Regal mobile app and at Regal’s website: REGmovies.com. Members can program their favorite theatres, purchase tickets and redeem reward credits all from their mobile devices.
About Regal:
Regal, a subsidiary of the Cineworld Group, operates one of the largest and most geographically diverse theatre circuits in the United States, consisting of 5,808 screens in 428 theatres in 41 states along with the District of Columbia and Guam as of October 31, 2023. We believe that the size, reach and quality of the company’s theatre circuit provides its patrons with a convenient and enjoyable moviegoing experience. We are committed to being “The Best Place to Watch a Movie!” Additional information is available on Regal’s website: REGmovies.com.
SOURCE Regal


City
RETURN OF METROLINK’S HOLIDAY EXPRESS TRAIN WILL BRING SPIRIT OF SEASON TO THOUSANDS ACROSS FOUR SATURDAYS THIS FALL
LOS ANGELES – Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train will return this fall, spreading holiday cheer across Southern California with an interactive, family-friendly experience unlike any other. Holiday Express Trains are specially ticketed round-trip rides featuring festive decorations, recognizable holiday-themed characters, carolers and onboard and host-station activities for all ages.


“We received an extraordinary response from riders when we first introduced the Holiday Express Train in 2019, and we’re thrilled to announce its return this fall,” Metrolink CEO Darren Kettle said. “Not only is the Holiday Express Train back, it’s bigger and better. We’re adding four extra trips, including first-time service on the 91/Perris Valley Line, and increasing our capacity from six to eight passenger cars so that more riders can join in the festivities.”
In total, eight Holiday Express Train trips, ranging in length from 60 to 100 minutes, will take place over four Saturdays in November and December, leaving from Metrolink stations in Perris, Rancho Cucamonga, Simi Valley, Burbank and Laguna Niguel. Routes and times are listed below.
Saturday, Nov. 25 – 91/Perris Valley Line
- Perris-South Station to Riverside-Hunter Park/UCR Station and back, departing at 10 a.m. and returning at 11:10 a.m.; host-station activities beginning at 9 a.m.
- Perris-South Station to Riverside-Hunter Park/UCR Station and back, departing at 1 p.m. and returning at 2:10 p.m.; host-station activities beginning at noon.
Saturday, Dec. 2 – San Bernardino Line
- Rancho Cucamonga Station to Covina Station and back, departing at 12:30 p.m. and returning at 1:30 p.m.; host-station activities beginning at 11 a.m.
- Rancho Cucamonga Station to Covina Station and back, departing at 3:30 p.m. and returning at 4:30 p.m.; host-station activities beginning at 2:15 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 9 – Ventura County and Antelope Valley lines
- Simi Valley Station to Oxnard Station and back, departing at 1:15 p.m. and returning at 2:30 p.m.; host-station activities beginning at noon.
- Burbank-Downtown Station to Newhall Station and back, departing at 4:20 p.m. and returning at 5:35 p.m.; host-station activities beginning at 3 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 16 – Orange County Line
- Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo Station to Oceanside Station and back, departing at 9:20 a.m. and returning at 11 a.m.; host-station activities beginning at 8:15 a.m.
- Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo Station to Oceanside Station and back, departing at 12:50 p.m. and returning at 2:30 p.m.; host-station activities beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Holiday Express Train tickets are on sale now at $25 per person. Children 2-years-old and younger ride free provided they sit on a parent’s lap. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be sold onsite at the host stations. Only passengers with valid Holiday Express Train tickets will be permitted to board. Each car will have assigned seating, and riders can choose their seats at the point of purchase.
Ticketholders should arrive 45 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to receive their wristbands. Festive, family-friendly activities, including musical performances, holiday-themed balloon twisters and crafting tables, will be available onsite at the station for attendees to enjoy ahead of boarding.
In the spirit of the season, Metrolink is partnering with the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s Spark of Love Toy Drive. Holiday Express Train riders are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation. Collection bins will be marked at all host stations.
Visit metrolinktrains.com/holidaytrain to learn more and purchase tickets.
Source: Metrolink
amusement and theme parks
Amusement Park Giants Cedar Fair and Six Flags Merge, Creating $8 Billion Company
Amusement park giants Cedar Fair and Six Flags merge to create a $8B company, offering thrilling entertainment experiences and diverse attractions.


In a groundbreaking move, amusement park giants Cedar Fair and Six Flags Entertainment Corporation have announced a “merger of equals” that will create a combined company valued at approximately $8 billion. This merger will solidify their position as one of the largest amusement park companies in North America, boasting a portfolio of 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks, and 9 resort properties across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Notable attractions included in this merger are the beloved Knott’s Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain in California. With shared entertainment partnerships and intellectual property rights for iconic brands like DC Comics and Looney Tunes, the newly formed company is set to deliver even more engaging experiences for guests.
This merger is expected to generate significant cost savings and synergies, with an estimated $120 million in savings within two years of closing the deal. Cedar Fair shareholders will own a majority stake of approximately 51.2%, while Six Flags shareholders will own around 48.8% of the combined company.
Richard Zimmerman, President and CEO of Cedar Fair, will lead the combined company, while Selim Bassoul, President and CEO of Six Flags, will assume the role of Executive Chairman of the board of directors. Both leaders expressed excitement about the merger and highlighted the shared commitment to providing thrilling experiences for consumers.
The merger is anticipated to be finalized in the first half of 2024, paving the way for an exciting new chapter in the amusement park industry. Guests can look forward to an expanded and diverse array of attractions and entertainment as these two iconic companies join forces.
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