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In-Depth Presentations Previewing the Most Talked-About Halloween Events on the West Coast a Highlight of 3-Day Convention in Long Beach  LONG BEACH, Calif. (May 23, 2024) – Halloween may be five months away, but the Halloween season begins July 26 to July 28 with MIDSUMMER SCREAM. The world’s largest Halloween and horror convention, has unveiled its official app, which allows attendees to plan and schedule their spook-filled days at this year’s event — and with all there is to do, a schedule is a must.
The Midsummer Scream app can be downloaded free for Apple and Android devices. To download, guests can either search the Apple or or Google Play app stores for “Midsummer Scream,” or download links provided at midsummerscream.org/app (a link to an online, app-less version can be found at that link). “It’s shaping up to be our most thrilling Midsummer Scream yet,” said David Markland, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Midsummer Scream. “We have almost 100 hours of different panels, presentations, and performances, over 300 vendors to browse from, along with haunted houses to visit. We highly encourage downloading and using the app to help organize a single day or a whole weekend’s visit to Midsummer Scream.” Always among the most popular highlights of Midsummer Scream are presentations and panels by the most popular — and most terrifying — Halloween events throughout California. This year’s Midsummer Scream is no exception, with planned presentations from (in alphabetical order, per day): Saturday, July 27
Sunday, July 28
The app includes info on these presentations, as well as panels and talks with with Cassandra Peterson (Elvira, Mistress of the Dark); a reunion of cast from Universal Studios theme parks’ Beetlejuice Revue shows; a live performance by composer Alan Howarth (Halloween II-VI, Escape from New York) of some of his most famous scores;, a panel with Hispanic horror filmmakers; and more. This year’s Midsummer Scream theme is “A Haunting,” exploring real and fictional ghost stories and other paranormal activity. Midsummer Scream also boasts a celebrity guest lineup that includes Roger L. Jackson (the voice of Scream’s Ghost Face); John Kassir (Tales from the Crypt); Boulet Brothers (Dragula); Garret Sander, creator of Monster High, accompanied by voice cast from the animated TV series; Victoria Price, daughter of horror movie legend and cinema icon Vincent Price; cast members from M3GAN and The Black Phone; plus many more surprises. Midsummer Scream’s renowned Hall of Shadows — a massive dark zone filled with haunted attractions created by some of the world’s most talented professional and home haunters — also boasts extra added elements this year, which will be announced soon. Favorite Midsummer Scream attractions will also be on hand throughout the Long Beach Convention Center, including the “Pumpkin Patch” scare-free kids’ zone; the Black Cat Lounge, with kitten adoptions from Kitten Rescue; and the Screaming Room Film Festival, presented by HorrorBuzz. What’s more, some 350 vendors will be on site selling their spooktacular wares. General admission passes for Midsummer Scream, along with a limited number of VIP “Gold Bat” passes, which sold out in 2023, are available now at www.MidsummerScream.com. Children under 10 are free with an accompanying adult. Midsummer Scream is presented by David Markland (Co-Founder/Executive Director), Gary Baker (Co-Founder/Executive Producer), Claire Dunlap (Co-Founder/Producer), and Rick West (Co-Founder/Creative Director). Their goal is to showcase the diversity of Southern California’s haunt and horror community as a welcoming beacon for fans around the world to converge on Los Angeles for a weekend of excitement, networking, and non-stop spooky fun!  Los Angeles Water Park Opens for the Season this Memorial Weekend on May 25 VALENCIA, Calif. — May 22, 2024 — Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Southern California’s most thrilling water park, is making waves this summer with over 25 unique slides and attractions for the entire family. The water park season kicks off for Memorial Day weekend Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27, and daily beginning June 1. “Hurricane Harbor continues to be the perfect summer spot for thrill-seekers and water-lovers alike with attractions for all ages,” stated Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Park President, Jeff Harris. “Guests of all ages can keep cool all summer long with unlimited fun for the entire family including a wide variety of water adventures, relaxing cabanas and seating areas, and so much more. We’re excited for the thrilling summer season ahead,” he added. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor attractions feature splashing thrills for everyone including:
Opening later this summer, guests can elevate their relaxation experience with our new double-deck cabanas that offer a combination of luxury and comfort. Located near the Forgotten Sea Wave Pool, these new upper and lower deck cabanas will feature a more premium experience with a branded welcome package, concierge service for food and drinks, private storage and premium lounge seating. For more information regarding Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, including park operating days and hours, please visit sixflags.com/hurricaneharborla. ### Six Flags Season Passes The Six Flags Memorial Day Season Pass Sale is happening now! For a limited time, receive a free upgrade to a Platinum Pass when you buy Gold and a free upgrade to a Diamond Pass when you buy Platinum. Enjoy thrills all season with visits to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor and Six Flags Magic Mountain, plus parking, in-park discounts and more. Plus, when you buy a Pass during the sale you’ll also receive a bonus discount offer to purchase four friend tickets for only $29.99 valid through September 2, 2024. Visit sixflags.com/magicmountain for details. Six Flags Jobs Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor are currently hiring all positions for the summer and fall seasons, including lifeguards, maintenance mechanics, entertainment actors and technicians, ride operations and more. Team Members receive in-park discounts, rewards and recognitions, exclusive Team Member events and more. Applicants, age 14 and older, can apply online at careers.sixflags.com. About Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Southern California’s most thrilling water park located next door to Six Flags Magic Mountain, features over 1.5 million gallons of water in a tropically themed paradise. Enjoy two of the tallest full-enclosed speed slides on the West Coast, a relaxing 1,300-foot river cruise, a wave pool, an interactive lagoon and two children’s splash and play areas. The park operates seasonally May – September. Visit sixflags.com/hurricaneharborla for more details. About Six Flags Magic Mountain Six Flags Magic Mountain, known as the Thrill Capital of the World, boasts 20 world-class roller coasters—more than any other theme park on the planet—including roller coaster icons like Twisted Colossus, Tatsu, Goliath, Full Throttle, and X2. Thrill seekers of all ages can enjoy various events and entertainment plus over 100 games and attractions. For more information, visit sixflags.com/magicmountain or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn. #ThrillCapitaloftheWorld About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company with 27 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For 63 years, Six Flags has entertained hundreds of millions of guests with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions. Six Flags is committed to creating an inclusive environment that fully embraces the diversity of our team members and guests. For more information, visit sixflags.com. Knott’s Soak City Waterpark will be joining hundreds of waterparks, aquatic centers, and swim schools nationwide for the 15th annual World’s Largest Swimming Lesson. The World's Largest Swimming Lesson is an event designed to build awareness about the vital importance of teaching kids to swim to help prevent drowning and improve their quality of life Internationally, the World Health Organization estimates drowning is one of the top five causes of death for people ages 1-14 in 48 of the 85 countries it monitors around the globe. Swimming is a vital life-saving skill and research shows risk of drowning can be reduced by 88% if children participate in formal swimming lessons between ages 1-4. Knott’s Soak City is proud to help beat the single leading cause of unintended death of children ages 1-4. On Thursday June 20th at the Wave Pool in Knott’s Soak City, participants will be given a formal swimming lesson. Registration for this event opens on May 20th – those interested can sign up at knotts.com/events/worlds-largest-swim-lesson WHEN: Thursday June 20th at 9:30 a.m. at the Wave Pool in Knott’s Soak City WHERE: Knott’s Soak City – 8200 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620 |
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