 Calico River Rapids Invites Adventurers to Climb Aboard Starting Friday, May 17, 2019 WHAT: On the outskirts of Calico, a new expedition in an uncharted territory awaits eager explorers with the debut of the park’s newest attraction, Calico River Rapids. Opening on Friday, May 17th, the new white water raft ride takes explorers on a search for new land where indigenous wildlife, treacherous roaring rapids, dynamic water effects plus a variety of wild surprises will be encountered along the way. The attraction comes to life with new animatronics and special effects designed and manufactured by Garner Holt Productions, Inc.
WHEN: Opening Friday, May 17, 2019 WHERE: Knott’s Berry Farm For more information on Calico River Rapids please visit knotts.com; or join the conversation by using #CalicoRiverRapids on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram
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 CINEMATIC HORROR ICONS COME TO LIFE IN ALL-NEW “UNIVERSAL MONSTERS” MAZES AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS’ “HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS” Universal Pictures’ Legendary Monsters Make Frightening Debut at Universal Orlando Resort and Return to Wreak Havoc at Universal Studios Hollywood  UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., ORLANDO, Fla. (April 29, 2019) – “Universal Monsters” will come to life in all-new terrifying Halloween Horror Nights mazes at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, inspired by Universal’s original cinematic monsters and the movie studio that invented the horror films. The terrifying experiences on both coasts will wake some of the most frightening and legendary monsters in horror history and bring them face-to-face with guests at the nation's premier Halloween events.
At Universal Orlando Resort, guests will be hunted by every single grisly monster from the anthology, including Dracula, The Wolf Man and Frankenstein, in the all-new experience, “Universal Monsters.” Each sinister environment will bleed from one to the next as guests press through the darkened realms of horrifying creatures. Guests will face bloody terrors in Dracula’s castle and flee from what is behind the cryptic howls of the grim forest. They’ll run from the horrifying manmade monster within Dr. Frankenstein’s laboratory, and fall prey to an ancient Egyptian curse as they are pursued by the evil Mummy. Guests will try to escape the mysterious Creature lurking in the Black Lagoon, or become victims of other horrors waiting in the shadows. Click here to witness the terror that is coming to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort. On the heels of last year’s successful “Universal Monsters” experience, Universal Studios Hollywood will introduce an all-new horrifying maze, “Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man,” that delves deeper into the Universal Monsters’ lore. Loosely based on Universal’s 1943 horror movie of the same name, this reimagined tale for the 21st century takes guests on a terrifying journey that bears witness to a deadly confrontation between these two horror icons and the epic battle that rages between them. Guests will follow in the footsteps of the Frankenstein Monster, lured by exotic music towards a nearby gypsy camp while desperately seeking sanctuary from a mob of angry villagers determined to destroy him. It is within the gypsy encampment that the Frankenstein Monster meets The Wolf Man and where the madness begins as guests are led along a path of destruction through the murky Moors, to a creepy cemetery and into the smoldering ruins of Castle Frankenstein and its icy cellars beneath. Once again, GRAMMY® Award-winning musician, SLASH, long hailed as one of the best electric guitar-players of all time, will collaborate with Universal Studios Hollywood to compose an original score for the maze. Click here to witness the rise of the undead that begins this fall at Universal Studios Hollywood. Universal Studios’ “Halloween Horror Nights” is the ultimate Halloween event. For more than 25 years, guests from around the world have visited “Halloween Horror Nights” to become victims inside their own horror film. Multiple movie-quality mazes based on iconic horror television shows, films and original stories come to life season after season. And, the streets of each park’s event are transformed into highly-themed scare zones where menacing scare-actors lunge from every darkened corner. “Halloween Horror Nights” begins Friday, September 6 in Orlando and on Friday, September 13 in Hollywood. Additional details about the events will be revealed soon. A limited time ticket offer and vacation package for Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights is on sale now. For more information about “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com. About Universal Orlando Resort Universal Orlando Resort is a unique vacation destination that is part of the NBCUniversal Comcast family. For more than 25 years, Universal Orlando has been creating epic vacations for the entire family – incredible experiences that place guests in the heart of powerful stories and adventures. Universal Orlando’s three theme parks, Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay, are home to some of the world’s most exciting and innovative theme park experiences – including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. Universal Orlando’s hotels are destinations unto themselves and include Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, the Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort and Universal’s Aventura Hotel. Its entertainment complex, Universal CityWalk, offers immersive dining and entertainment for every member of the family. Follow us on our blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. About Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Hollywood is The Entertainment Capital of L.A. and includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour. As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows. Attractions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™” which features a bustling Hogsmeade village and such critically-acclaimed rides as “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™”, and the highly-anticipated Summer opening of “Jurassic World—The Ride.” Other immersive lands include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” as well as “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, located adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons Ride™” and DreamWorks Theatre featuring “Kung Fu Panda Adventure.” The world-renowned Studio Tour is Universal Studios Hollywood’s signature attraction, inviting guests behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest and busiest movie and television production studio where they can also experience such thrill rides as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” and “King Kong 360 3D.” The adjacent Universal CityWalk entertainment, shopping and dining complex also includes the all-new multi-million dollar, redesigned Universal CityWalk Cinema, featuring deluxe recliner seating in screening room quality theatres, and the “5 Towers” state-of-the-art outdoor concert stage. Updates on “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood are available online at Hollywood.HalloweenHorrorNights.com and on Facebook at: “Halloween Horror Nights – Hollywood,” Instagram at @HorrorNights and Twitter at @HorrorNights as Creative Director John Murdy reveals a running chronicle of exclusive information. Watch videos on Halloween Horror Nights YouTube and join the conversation using #UniversalHHN Six Flags Great Adventure Announces May Events and Opening Date for Wonder Woman Lasso of Truth4/29/2019 Fast Tracks and Food Trucks, Food and Craft Beer Festival – May 4 & 5 Six Flags hosts its annual Fast Tracks and Food Trucks festival that showcases delectable cuisine from around the world, as well as craft beer on tap. The festival is free with theme park admission and food options are available for an additional fee. Guests can enjoy various dishes such as gourmet Italian street food, empanadas and Cuban sandwiches, or authentic gyros, Belgian waffles with a French touch and much more. The 18 food trucks are located in Movietown May 4 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and May 5 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Seating and live entertainment is available inside the Movietown Arena. Discounted daily theme park tickets are available for purchase online at www.sixflags.com/greatadventure Spring Dancefest – May 5 & 19 For more than 25 years, Dancefest has created the opportunity for troupes of all ages to perform without the pressure of a competition or recital. Tickets are $32.99 plus tax and individuals will receive one free ticket for every 10 purchased. The Spring Dancefest is free with active Membership, Season Pass or theme park admission. Performances will take place inside Showcase Theatre at noon. All participants will receive a limited edition pin to take home for performing in the show. Groups must register in advance, as there are 15 minute slots available. Registration is required for group participation. Exclusive -- Autism Day – May 8 (Private event – Memberships, Season Passes and regular day tickets are not valid) Gersh Academy and Custom Education Foundation team up with Six Flags to host its second-annual Autism Day May 8. The event was developed to offer sensory-friendly experiences for children and adults on the autism spectrum. Modifications will be made to park sound and lighting, several decompression areas stocked with sensory-friendly items will be staffed by Gersh professionals, and more than 100 highly-trained special education members from the Gersh Academy will be on hand assist families throughout the day. The park will open exclusively for this event from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Six Flags Members and Season Pass holders must purchase a special event ticket for admittance. Cheerfest – May 11 Cheerleading and cross-over dance teams perform and compete for trophies and prizes at the 29th annual cheerleading and dance championship. The event is open to public and private schools, recreation and all-star teams. The competition takes place at the Movietown Arena on a 42’ x 54’ spring floor. In the event of inclement weather, a final decision to hold the competition will be made by 5 p.m. the day prior to the competition. All competitors and spectators require a Cheerfest wristband and registration. Wristbands are included with the Cheerfest tickets on the order form. Mother’s Day – May 12 Six Flags invites mothers to enjoy their day at the World’s Ultimate Thrill Park. Moms can experience a fulfilling Mother’s Day with family and friends by enjoying the record-breaking coasters, adorable animals and tasty treats available throughout the park. WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth Member Appreciation Event – May 18
Six Flags Members can celebrate the launch of WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth with an exclusive Member Appreciation Event. Members will ride this world record breaker before it opens to the public May 23. All Gold Plus, Platinum, Diamond and Diamond Elite Members will have the opportunity to ride the world’s tallest pendulum ride all day, and meet WONDER WOMAN at various times between 11 am and 5 pm. The event will include double points for Membership rewards, a limited-edition WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth pin, free snacks, and a dance party with the Member DJ during the launch party. Catholic Youth Rally & Matt Maher Concert – May 19 Six Flags welcomes its guests for a day of praise in the park May 19. A program will run in the Showcase Theater from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. A mass will be held in the Northern Star Arena at 5 p.m. Following the mass, guests are welcome to stay as Christian music artist, songwriter and worship leader Matt Maher performs in concert. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for all other concert attendees. Exclusive -- Education Day – May 22 (Private event – Memberships, Season Passes and regular day tickets are not valid) Students will experience an exclusive education day May 22. The safari will open at 9:00 a.m., and the theme park will open at 10 a.m. Exclusive Education day allows students to observe classroom principles at work in real-life settings from the Six Flags staff who work in the field each day. Programs include physics, STEM, business and marketing, biology and safety patrol. · Spring Physics Day – Students will be able to see and feel the principles of physics first hand. Students can participate in various activities throughout the day helping them get excited about pursuing careers in the science field. Pre-registration may be required for activities. · Middle School STEM Day – The STEM event is geared toward Middle School students who will focus on STEM activities. There is a new middle school STEM workbook with in-park activities. Students can download the new, free workbook here: https://www.sixflags.com/greatadventure/special-events/educational-event/middle-school-stem-day · Biology Day – Biology students will tour the 350-acre wildlife preserve with experienced guides leading the way. The program is geared for both high school and middle school biology and life science. Students will have the opportunity to observe 1,200 animals from six continents, and put their skills to the test by working on the Biology Day workbook. The workbook, created by Anastasia Wheeler, certified NJ State Science teacher and Six Flags Safari Programs supervisor, will test the knowledge of students through fill in the blank, multiple choice, and open-ended questions. · Business & Marketing Education Day – Six Flags invites middle and high school students to learn about business by showing them the marketing tactics of a theme park. There will be a business and marketing presentation at 11:00 a.m. at the Showcase Theatre. Following the presentation, the park will announce the winner of the business and marketing challenge. The challenge asks students to design a business plan for concerts, sporting events or marketing non-profits. This activity is done in advance of the trip and helps participants gain insight into a future career. · Safety Patrol Day – Safety patrollers help ensure the safety of fellow students and schools. These individuals can participate in activities around the park that empower students to find leaders in themselves. WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth Opens to the Public – May 23 The world’s tallest pendulum ride, WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth, opens to the public May 23. Towering at a staggering 17 stories tall, this jaw-dropping, spinning disk reaches speeds up to 75 miles per hour as it spins and swings to breathtaking heights. Highlights include: · Massive, 17-story pendulum that swings back and forth; · 40 riders propelled in counterclockwise circles as the ride swings continuously; · Speeds of nearly 75 miles per hour; · Riders experience feelings of weightlessness at 172 feet in the air; and · Floorless seats that leave riders’ feet dangling as they whirl through the air. Memorial Day Weekend – May 25 to 27 As summer quickly approaches, Six Flags offers special ways to celebrate the Memorial Day weekend: · Garden State Comic Fest: Great Adventure Edition – May 25 & 26 Six Flags teams up with Garden State Comic Fest for another fun-filled mini-con May 25 and 26 from 12 to 7 p.m. The comic fest takes place in the Metropolis section of the park. There will be comic book and toy vendors as well as artists doing sketches for fans of all ages. Children 12 and under are permitted in costume (Fright Fest makeup and costume rules apply). John Wesley Shipp who played THE FLASH on the original TV series and currently plays Henry Allen and Jay Garrick on the CW Network's version will join Comic Fest for meet and greets, autographs and photos both days of the event. Charlie Schlatter who voices THE FLASH in THE LEGO Movie will also join Comic Fest both Saturday and Sunday. Comic Fest is free with theme park admission. · LA X 96.3 Memorial Day SummerFest Feat. Jowell y Randy – May 27 Six Flags teams up with 96.3 LA X for Memorial Day SummerFest May 27. The concert begins at 5 p.m. and is free with active Membership, Season Pass or theme park admission and features Jowell y Randy, Lyanno, Shino Aguakate and Brea Frank. Jowell y Randy have solidified their place as Latin music superstars with international success and collaborations with popular names in both Latin and urban music genres. Puerto Rican singer Lyanno fuses R&B and hip hop. Aguakate is a well-known comic and urban artist now working as a beloved radio personality in New York. Frank, also known as “The Voice of the People” in the Dominican Republic, serves as an influential figure on the island’s airwaves as a DJ, TV host and philanthropist. Together, this comedic duo hosts “La Gozadera,” -- comedic approach to the latest music, entertainment and pop culture.  YOU’VE NEVER HAD A HOLIDAY LIKE THIS: UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT ANNOUNCES DATES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR ITS 2019 HOLIDAYS CELEBRATION Guests Can Now Plan a Holiday Getaway filled with Merry, Mischief and Thrills as They Experience Unique Holiday Entertainment across the Entire Destination Vacation Packages Start as Low as $89 Per Person, Per Night  ORLANDO, Fla. (April 22, 2019) – Guests can take their holiday traditions to the next level and experience the merry, mischief and thrills of Universal Orlando Resort’s Holidays celebration, beginning November 16, 2019 and running through January 5, 2020.
Guests will find a winter “fun”-derland that the entire family will enjoy with incredible holiday experiences across the entire destination that put a twist on the traditional. There’s nowhere else that they can witness a spectacular transformation of Hogwarts castle during “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter; meet the maven of mischief himself, The Grinch, during Grinchmas; experience merry – and mayhem – with the Minions from Illumination’s Despicable Me and other beloved characters during Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s; and so much more. See below for more details about the experiences guests can enjoy during Universal Orlando’s Holidays celebration. Access to Holidays festivities are included with admission to the theme parks or with an Annual Pass(blockout dates apply). Guests can also book their holiday getaway to Universal Orlando now with the Holiday Stay and Play Package, available for travel from Nov. 16 through Dec. 31. The package includes base admission to all three Universal Orlando theme parks and five-night hotel accommodations. The package starts at $89 per person, per night for a stay at Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites. Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure Experience the wonder of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, one of the most immersive theme park experiences ever created, as it transforms for the Holidays into a wizarding wonderland. The streets of Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley become adorned in themed decorations, garlands and lights with the sounds of special holiday-themed performances filling the air. Guests can hear both magical and Muggle Christmas carols from the Frog Choir – comprised of Hogwarts students and their giant croaking frogs – and the unique holiday hits of one of the wizarding world’s most popular singing sensations, Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees. There will also be seasonal food and beverages – including hot Butterbeer. And, as night falls, guests will revel in a stunning projection of holiday spirit as Christmas moments inspired by J.K. Rowling’s stories come to life on Hogwarts castle for “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle.” Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s at Universal Studios Florida Merry and mayhem take to the streets of Universal Studios for Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s. Featuring the fun of the Minions and other beloved characters from Illumination’s Despicable Me, the family of Shrek and the friendship of Madagascar, this parade includes more than 30 larger-than-life balloons and floats, hundreds of performers and more. Grinchmas at Universal’s Islands of Adventure See the maven of mischief himself during Grinchmas at Universal Orlando. Guests can enjoy the “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular” – a live retelling of Dr. Seuss’s holiday classic starring The Grinch – and special appearances by the merry Whos from Who-ville as they prepare for their favorite holiday throughout Seuss Landing. Guests may also enjoy a separately-ticketed breakfast on select dates that includes meet and greets with the mean, green one and his friends at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous. Mannheim Steamroller at Universal Studios Florida The best-selling holiday artist of all time, Mannheim Steamroller, returns to Universal Studios Florida to fill the air with the traditional sounds of the season. Guests can take in live concerts on select nights. Holidays at Universal’s Hotels The merriment continues when guests stay at Universal’s hotels, which feature seasonal décor, holiday activities including festive meals and more. New Year’s Eve Celebrations at Universal Orlando Guests can ring in 2020 with various New Year’s Eve celebrations across the destination that offer something for everyone – from family-friendly festivities at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s hotels to the ultimate upscale party for guests 21 and up at EVE at Universal CityWalk. More information about Universal Orlando’s New Year’s Eve celebrations will be revealed at a later time. In addition to all of the Holidays festivities, guests will also have access to the exhilarating rides and attractions at all three theme parks. They can rock out to hit songs on the innovative Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Studios Florida, join Hagrid on a journey into the Forbidden Forest to find the wizarding world’s rarest magical creatures on Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure – opening June 13 at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and plunge downward – and upward – through a 200-foot tall volcano on Krakatau Aqua Coaster at Universal’s Volcano Bay. For more information on Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/holidays.
UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT REVEALS NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN CREATURE FEATURED IN ALL-NEW EXPERIENCE, HAGRID’S MAGICAL CREATURES MOTORBIKE ADVENTURE For the First Time Ever, the “Blast-Ended Skrewt” Will Be Brought to Life Specially For the Epic New Addition to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter  Orlando, Fla. (April 19, 2019) – Today, Universal Orlando Resort revealed a never-before-seen magical creature that guests will encounter in Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure – the epic new addition to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, opening June 13. Known as the “Blast-Ended Skrewt,” this unique creature will be one of the most life-like animated figures Universal Orlando has ever created and was brought to life for the first time ever for this new adventure. Described as a cross between a giant scorpion and an elongated crab, this creature was created by Hagrid – one of the most beloved characters in the Harry Potter films and the guide of this new experience. During their journey, guests will come face-to-face (or face-to-rear) for the first time ever with the “Blast-Ended Skrewt” and its dangerous ‘blasting end.’ Here’s some fast facts about what you can expect from this rare magical creature:
When it opens on June 13, 2019, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will join the lineup of award-winning entertainment experiences in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort and bring an all-new adventure inspired by J.K. Rowling’s beloved stories to life. Guests will join Hagrid’s Care of Magical Creatures class and fly deep into the Forbidden Forest aboard magical motorbikes to brave the mysteries and thrills beyond the grounds of Hogwarts castle to find some of the wizarding world’s rarest magical creatures. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will be located in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. For more information on this new experience, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com. About Wizarding World More than two decades ago, a young Harry Potter was whisked onto Platform 93⁄4 at King’s Cross Station, and readers everywhere were swept along with him into a magical universe, created by J.K. Rowling. In the years since, the seven Harry Potter bestsellers have inspired eight blockbuster movies, an award-winning stage play, and, more recently, the start of the Fantastic Beasts five-film series. People of all ages have been enthralled by these extraordinary adventures, set within an expanding universe, inspired by the vision of J.K. Rowling. For today’s growing worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, the Wizarding World welcomes everyone to explore more of this magical universe — past, present and future. The Wizarding World also provides fans with an instant, trusted kite-mark of quality and authenticity. HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING`S WIZARDING WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s19) About Universal Orlando Resort Universal Orlando Resort is a unique vacation destination that is part of the NBCUniversal Comcast family. For more than 25 years, Universal Orlando has been creating epic vacations for the entire family – incredible experiences that place guests in the heart of powerful stories and adventures. Universal Orlando’s three theme parks, Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay, are home to some of the world’s most exciting and innovative theme park experiences – including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. Universal Orlando’s hotels are destinations unto themselves and include Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, the Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort and Universal’s Aventura Hotel. Its entertainment complex, Universal CityWalk, offers immersive dining and entertainment for every member of the family. Follow us on our blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagramand YouTube. |
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