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New Restaurant Inspired and Named After One of the Park’s Mischievous Mascots BUENA PARK, Calif., Jan. 27, 2026 – Knott’s Berry Farm, one of Southern California's most popular theme park destinations, will debut a new eatery in the heart of Charleston Circle, right across from the famous fountain, this summer. The venue, currently a Johnny Rockets, will undergo a complete transformation starting April 15, which is just after the conclusion of the popular annual Boysenberry Festival. In addition to a new look and feel, the menu will feature park classics – chicken and boysenberry – in entirely new ways. “Knott’s Berry Farm guests have long enjoyed the unique and immersive experiences found throughout the park. So, when we looked to reimagine the food and beverage space from its current concept, it made sense to draw upon the legends and characters already here,” said Raffi Kaprelyan. “Crafty’s Kitchen will bring together Knott’s culinary excellence featuring clever chicken dishes and boysenberry, of course, with a continuation of Crafty Coyote’s story.” Located on Memory Lane, the premier chicken and fries’ destination will have a whimsical backstory revolving around its owner, Crafty Coyote, famed for his pie-thieving days when he pilfered from the next-door Knott’s Beary Factory in the Weird Woods of Knott’s Bear-y Tales ride. Having hung up his outlaw ways, Crafty has reinvented himself, though a hint of mischief still lingers in his quirky culinary concoctions. Guests will be invited to grab a tray and slide down the nostalgic self-service line, where crew members in Crafty Coyote hats will dish out plump, juicy chicken tenders, crispy wings, a take on chicken and biscuits and more, all complemented by a mouthwatering array of sassy pup sauces. Alternative chicken options will also be available to ensure everyone can get a taste of Crafty’s creations, while sides such as fresh-cut fries available plainly salted or loaded, homemade pickles and more will be available to accompany the poultry feast. And of course, no meal is complete without a sweet finish, so Crafty’s Kitchen will offer boysenberry pie shakes made from pies that will be baked (not stolen!) daily. As the story goes, Crafty’s Kitchen is the previously shuttered factory cafeteria of the Beary Factory, and Crafty Coyote has decorated his new place with mementos of his villainous days while also showcasing inspiration for his newfound turn at making an honest living. The walls will be lined with playful mug shots, wanted posters, and blueprints for Crafty’s wacky fryer inventions, blending Knott’s Berry Farm nostalgia with a fresh, contemporary vibe. With its fun signage and spirited atmosphere, Crafty’s Kitchen promises a flavorful, mischievous dining experience unlike any other in the park. For more information about Knott’s Berry Farm, including tickets and season passes, visit www.sixflags.com/knotts. To follow along for updates on Crafty’s Kitchen, follow Knott’s Berry Farm on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. ### ABOUT KNOTT’S BERRY FARM What began as a roadside berry stand and chicken dinner restaurant in the 1920s has evolved into Knott’s Berry Farm, one of Southern California’s most popular theme park destinations combining world-class thrill rides with traditional family favorite attractions and entertainment. Knott’s is also home to Knott’s Soak City Waterpark, Knott’s Marketplace, and the full-service Knott’s Hotel. ABOUT SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 26 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 16 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The Company also manages an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®. THE QUEEN MARY’S DARK HARBOR PRESENTS: DARK MASQUERADE All New Experience Arrives in Long Beach This Valentine’s Day Weekend LONG BEACH, CA (January 21, 2026) - Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, producers of the famed Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, announced the debut of an all new immersive experience, Dark Masquerade. This special event will operate for a limited run, opening its doors on Friday the 13th and running through Saturday, February 14th, perfect for those who prefer a hint of dark romance with their Valentine’s Day celebrations. Dress to haunt, and be haunted, at Dark Masquerade, an after-hours takeover of the Queen Mary. Sway through a high-energy masquerade dance party under dimmed chandeliers and creeping fog, then slip into the ship’s belly for story-driven encounters where Dark Harbor icons pull you deeper into their legends. “Dark Masquerade gives our fans the chance to dive further into the world of Dark Harbor than ever before,” said Thirteenth Floor’s Director of Special Projects, Brett Bertolino, “This all-new, immersive, story-driven experience expands the lore of our legendary icons through intimate scenes and unexpected encounters and offers a chilling glimpse of what awaits this fall aboard the Queen Mary.” General Admission to the event includes:
VIP Admission to the event includes all experiences listed above, with expedited entry and priority access to Gale’s Requiem. VIP guests will also receive access to an exclusive experience, Pressure Test: Bound Below. Your wrists click shut; the ship starts to sing. Cuffed together, you and your chosen companion submit to Half Hatch Henry’s pressure test, noise, darkness, and proximity, as the Queen Mary’s machinery sets the tempo. This special off-season event features Dark Harbor’s legendary icons and cast. It includes The Ringmaster’s Dark Masquerade plus three spooky, story-driven experiences in the ship’s lower decks. These experiences are not mazes, but may include complete darkness, fog, strobe lights, monsters and startling effects. Dark Harbor’s in-season mazes and attractions will not be open during this event. This is a 21+ event. A valid government-issued ID is required for entry and to purchase alcoholic beverages. Tickets start at $59 + fees. For more information and to sign up for early access to tickets, visit DarkHarborHalloween.com/DarkMasquerade and follow along on Instagram at @qmdarkharbor. Dark Masquerade will take place at The Queen Mary: 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90802. ### About Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group: Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group (“13FEG”) is the world’s largest producer and operator of theme park-quality live events and immersive installations. In addition to producing and operating The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, 13FEG currently operates 31 attractions, including haunted houses, Halloween festivals, and year round location-based entertainment venues. 13FEG continues to set the bar for live themed entertainment, operating in 17 cities across the United States. Thirteenth Floor is headquartered in Denver, CO with offices in Austin, TX and Los Angeles, CA. Learn more at ThirteenthFloor.com. Wild Safari Also Opens for the 2026 Season JACKSON, N.J. — Six Flags Great Adventure will officially open for the 2026 season on Saturday, March 28, welcoming guests back for another year of world-class thrills, family entertainment, and seasonal experiences. Opening Day marks the return of the park’s signature attractions, dining, and entertainment offerings. Wild Safari will also open for the season, offering guests an up-close, guided safari experience featuring animals from around the world. Additional details about special events, seasonal offerings, and new experiences will be announced throughout the year. WHAT: Six Flags Great Adventure Opening Day WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 2026 WHERE: Six Flags Great Adventure 1 Six Flags Blvd Jackson, NJ 08527 OPERATING HOURS ON OPENING DAY: Theme Park: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wild Safari: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM About Six Flags Great Adventure Six Flags Great Adventure boasts four world-class attractions with Six Flags Great Adventure, Hurricane Harbor, Wild Safari and Savanah Sunset Resort and Spa. Home to award-winning rides like Nitro, El Toro and Jersey Devil Coaster, the park offers two areas just for the littlest guests and great family rides for the whole family, plus entertainment, shopping, and a wide variety of dining options. Its Wild Safari is one of the largest safaris outside of Africa and gets guests up-close to more than 1,200 animals from around the globe. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is one of the Northeast’s largest waterparks with more than 25 refreshing attractions for the whole family. www.sixflags.com/greatadventure About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 26 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 16 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The Company also manages an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®. 1/15/2026 Tickets are Now on Sale for Universal Studios Hollywood’s Second Annual Universal Fan Fest NightsLET’S GET READY TO REALLY GO THERE… AGAIN! Tickets are Now on Sale for Universal Studios Hollywood’s Second Annual Universal Fan Fest Nights Featuring a Dynamic Lineup of Immersive Entertainment, Including Scooby-Doo Meets The Universal Monsters, ONE PIECE and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, along with Imaginative New Experiences in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD …With More to Be Announced Soon Visit Universal Fan Fest Nights to Purchase Tickets; All Experiences and Activations Included Every Event Night; Event Begins Thursday, April 23 and Continues Select Nights Through Saturday, May 16 Universal City, California, January 15, 2026 – Tickets are now on sale for Universal Fan Fest Nights as Universal Studios Hollywood sets the stage for its exciting second annual event designed to immerse guests in the spellbinding worlds of sci-fi, fantasy, gaming and anime based on this year’s all-new innovative experiences, including Scooby-Doo Meets The Universal Monsters and ONE PIECE, as well as the return of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS by popular demand. Plus, guests will be treated to all-new experiences in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ for a limited time.
Universal Fan Fest Nights is exclusive to Universal Studios Hollywood and tickets are now available for purchase to attend the event which runs for 12 nights only: April 23-25; May 1-3, 7-9, 14-16, 2026. Universal Fan Fest Nights is an after-hours, separately ticketed event that celebrates the exhilarating world of fandom through immersive and interactive in-world experiences created by the theme park’s renowned and highly creative entertainment team in collaboration with esteemed industry experts. Featuring a spectrum of inspirational categories, Universal Fan Fest Nights will welcome guests to embrace a variety of eclectic worlds that celebrate and elevate fandom favorites alongside character interactions, cosplay and photo opportunities as well as curated food, beverages and merchandise (separate purchase required). All experiences and activations are included every event night for guests to enjoy. Here’s what guests can expect at this year’s Universal Fan Fest Nights, with more to be announced soon.
This engaging experience features the legendary beholder Xanathar, uniquely created by the masterful puppeteer, Jim Henson’s Creature Shop. For over 40 years, Jim Henson’s Creature Shop has been a world-renowned innovator in puppetry, animatronics and digital animation. Tickets are on sale now with a variety of ticket offerings available. Click here to purchase tickets and for full Terms and Conditions. Details for each ticket type are subject to change.
Adding to the adventure, guests can also experience select theme park attractions open during the event, including “Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge,” “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™,” “Flight of the Hippogriff™,” “Jurassic World—The Ride,” “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” “TRANSFORMERS™: The Ride—3D,” “Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride™”. For more information visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com and Universal Fan Fest Nights, follow @UniFanFestNights on Instagram, visit Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and X. The 2026 lineup – the park’s largest ever – features fan-favorite artists and throwbacks from the ’90s and 2000s, plus pop, hip-hop, rock, and country performances all summer long All performances are included with park admission and Annual Pass Members enjoy unlimited access to every concert throughout the year SAN DIEGO, CA (January 14, 2026) – SeaWorld San Diego is turning up the volume like never before with 16 live concerts included with park admission across three signature seasonal events and featuring a diverse line-up of chart-topping, and fan-favorite artists spanning pop, hip-hop, rock and country. SeaWorld Annual Pass Members enjoy unlimited access to every concert all year long, and all performances are included with park admission. The 2026 concert series features live music across three signature seasonal events — Seven Seas Food Festival, Summer Spectacular, and Bayside Bands, Brews & BBQ — offering guests countless opportunities to experience live entertainment throughout the spring and summer. Seven Seas Food Festival Concerts Seven Seas Food Festival kicks off the excitement with four live concerts pairing global flavors with live entertainment. Guests can enjoy performances by artists including Fitz and the Tantrums, The Band Perry, and Phillip Phillips, bringing live music to the park during the popular spring festival. Summer Spectacular Concert Series Summer heats up with the return of the viral throwback Summer Spectacular Concert Series, featuring a lineup of ’90s and early-2000s hip-hop, R&B, and pop artists, performing every Saturday night from June through August at the Bayside Amphitheater. Confirmed artists include Ying Yang Twins, Bow Wow & Dem Franchize Boyz, the Pop 2000 Tour hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC (featuring O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO), E-40, Soulja Boy, Paul Wall, Jordin Sparks, Too $hort, and Warren G, with additional surprise artists to be announced. Bayside Bands, Brews & BBQ Concerts For the first time ever, Bayside Bands, Brews & BBQ in August will feature full concert performances showcasing such rock and country performers as Saliva, Uncle Kracker, and Skillet. The full 2026 Concert Lineup includes: Seven Seas Food Festival Concerts Saturday, March 14 - Fitz and the Tantrums Fitz and the Tantrums, the chart-topping band known for their infectious blend of pop, indie, and soul inspired grooves, broke into the mainstream with hits like “HandClap,” “Out of My League,” and “The Walker.” Saturday, March 21 - The Band Perry - Saturday, March 21 The Band Perry, the hit-making trio known for blending country roots with pop driven energy, rose to fame with breakout hits like “If I Die Young,” “Better Dig Two,” and “All Your Life.” The band has become a defining voice of modern country music. Saturday, April 18 - Surprise artist to be Announced Soon! Saturday, April 25 – Phillip Phillips Phillip Phillips, the fan-favorite singer/songwriter known for his soulful vocals and uplifting, folk pop anthems, gained fame after winning American Idol and captured audiences with breakout such hits as “Home,” “Gone, Gone, Gone,” and “Raging Fire.” Summer Spectacular Concert Series Saturday, June 6 - Ying Yang Twins The Ying Yang Twins, D-Roc and Kaine, gained a huge following with hits like "Whistle While You Twurk" and "Salt Shaker." Known for their platinum-selling album Me & My Brother, the duo dominated the 2000s with songs like "Wait (The Whisper Song)" and "Halftime." Saturday, June 13 - Surprise artist to be announced soon! Saturday, June 20 – Bow Wow & Dem Franchize Boyz Bow Wow joins forces with Dem Franchize Boyz for a high-energy hip-hop collaboration filled with throwback hits and incredible energy. From Bow Wow’s crossover anthems like “Like You,” “Let Me Hold You,” and “Shortie Like Mine” to Dem Franchize Boyz’ club classics “Lean wit It, Rock wit It” and “Oh I Think They Like Me,” this performance delivers nonstop energy and crowd igniting fun. Saturday, June 27 – Pop 2000 Tour hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO Throwbacks aren’t just for Thursdays anymore. The "Pop 2000 Tour" is a nostalgic concert series featuring popular artists from the early 2000s, hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, and includes O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO. The tour offers fans a trip down memory lane with the soundtrack of the TRL era. Saturday, July 11 – E-40 Legendary performer E-40 brings West Coast hip-hop to the stage with his unmistakable style and decades of influence. Known for shaping the sound of Northern California rap, he’s delivered signature hits like “Tell Me When to Go,” “Choices (Yup),” and “Snap Yo Fingers,” in which he has collaborated with artists across generations. Saturday, July 18 - Surprise artist to be announced soon! Saturday, July 25 – Soulja Boy and Paul Wall Soulja Boy and Paul Wall, two hip hop hitmakers known for their era-defining tracks and lasting influence. Soulja Boy made music history by clinching the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with his breakout anthem “Crank That (Soulja Boy)”. Joining him is Paul Wall, the Southern rap star celebrated for his signature style and crowd favorite hits like “Sittin’ Sidewayz” and “Grillz.” Saturday, August 1- Jordin Sparks Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum, singer, songwriter and actress, Jordin Sparks, known for winning season six of American Idol and creating such powerful music throughout her career with crowd favorite singles like “No Air” (feat. Chris Brown), “Tattoo,” and “Battlefield.” Saturday, August 8 – Too $hort and Warren G Too $hort and Warren G, two legendary West Coast hip-hop artists who helped shape the sound of ’90s rap. Too $hort is known for his signature hits like “Blow the Whistle” and “The Ghetto,” while Warren G rose to fame with G- funk defining classics including “Regulate” and “This D.J.” *There will be no concert on July 4. Bayside Bands, Brews & BBQ Concerts Saturday, August 15 - Saliva Saliva, the hard rock band that helped define the sound of early 2000s rock, is known for their high-octane riffs, anthemic choruses, and adrenaline-fueled performances, hits like “Click Click Boom,” “Always,” and “Ladies and Gentlemen.” Saturday, August 22 – Uncle Kracker Uncle Kracker, who has spent more than two decades delivering feel-good anthems and well-known songs with his laid-back blend of country, pop, rock, and hip-hop, broke through with his multi-platinum-selling solo debut Double Wide in 2000. His hits include “Follow Me,” “When the Sun Goes Down,” “Drift Away.” Saturday, August 29 – Skillet Skillet remains a dominant force in hard rock, earning GRAMMY® nominations, a Billboard Music Award, and multiple Top 5 entries on the Billboard 200. With 12 certified singles, and the 5x-platinum smash “Monster,” they’ve become one of the most-streamed rock acts of all time, while leaving a major imprint across pop culture and global touring. Make It a Full Day of Entertainment Before and after each concert, guests can experience everything SeaWorld San Diego has to offer—from animal encounters and educational presentations to award-winning rides and attractions—making each concert date a full day of entertainment. Year-Round Savings for Year-Round Events The best way to experience SeaWorld San Diego’s concerts and seasonal events throughout the year is with an Annual Pass. Pass Members enjoy unlimited visits with no blockout dates and access to events including Seven Seas Food Festival, Viva La Música, Summer Spectacular, and more. Additional benefits include free parking, guest tickets, special savings on food and merchandise, and exclusive Pass Member events. For a limited time, Southern California residents may purchase a SoCal Pass starting at $10/month, and all guests can save up to 35% on Annual Passes. For park hours and ticket information, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest concert and event updates. About SeaWorld SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 42,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the United Parks & Resorts (NYSE: PRKS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com. |
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