News Archive - July 2020

Universal revenue plummets 94%, Epic Universe construction indefinitely on hold

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The company says it does not know when it will resume work on the new Orlando theme park.

No Covid-19 outbreaks attributed to Orlando theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Orange County health officials report isolated cases, but no widespread outbreaks.

Six Flags revenue down 96% in the quarter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company ended the quarter with cash on hand of $296 million and $460 million available under its revolving credit facility.

SeaWorld Entertainment expects revenue for second quarter to be just $18 million, down from $406 million last year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company says its final financial statements are not yet complete.

Ohio fairs reduced to junior fairs only, no rides

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The summer tradition of carnival rides will be prohibited this year.

Cedar Point and Kennywood reduce operating days

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Despite pandemic mitigation efforts, parks reduce hours and operating days.

SeaWorld Entertainment settles investor lawsuit for $65 million

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The suit was originally filed in 2014.

Woman arrested at Epcot gate with guns in a diaper bag

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The Georgia woman also had marijuana, the report says.

Universal Studios cancels Halloween Horror Nights for Hollywood and Florida

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The event has run in Orlando for nearly three decades.

Hong Kong Disneyland will close again for Covid-19 pandemic

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Local government orders require a reduction in public activity.

Group sues owners of Kennywood over mask policy

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The lawsuit suggests that requiring masks runs afoul of the ADA.

Action Park founder's son explores the history of the dangerous water park in new book

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Closed in 1996, the park had a serious reputation for actual danger.

Kings Island debuts Orion roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new signature roller coaster is classified as a gigacoaster because of its height.

Walt Disney World prepares to open amid praise and criticism

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The resort will open its parks with restricted capacity and risk mitigation requirements.

Texas State Fair latest to cancel for Covid-19

Posted | Contributed by bigboy

The fair board intends to resume the event in 2021.

Woman dies in fall from French roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The 32-year-old woman died at the scene.

Actors' Equity Association rejects Walt Disney World proposal for Covid-19 plans

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The union says that not testing performers is unacceptable.

Photos: Candymonium opens with Hersheypark's new entrance

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new entrance includes Chocolatetown.

Former Disney cast member accused of stealing $160,000 in refund scam

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The felony charge could result in 30 years in prison.

Judge rules for Disney in lawsuit over autism wait times

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

A parent suing the theme parks said that ADA required accommodations for people with autism, allowing them to skip the lines.

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