
Silverwood Theme Park Sold to Herschend Family Entertainment
Silverwood Theme Park, founded by the Norton family in 1988, is being sold to Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, a major operator of theme parks across North America.
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Silverwood Theme Park, founded by the Norton family in 1988, is being sold to Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, a major operator of theme parks across North America.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation plans to sell or close more amusement parks, focusing on high-performing assets after recent closures and an attendance dip.

Jay Stein, the visionary behind Universal Studios Florida and a key figure in its development, has died at 88. He shaped iconic attractions and influenced Epic Universe.

United Parks & Resorts, parent company of SeaWorld and Busch Gardens, reports a 3.4% drop in attendance and a 6.2% decline in revenue for Q3 2025.

Walt Disney World has lowered American flags to half-staff across its properties to honor former Vice President Dick Cheney, who passed away on November 3, 2025, following a federal proclamation.

The standard Jungle Cruise attraction at Magic Kingdom will reopen on January 2, 2026, after its holiday transformation into Jingle Cruise concludes on January 1.

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A couple helped secure a girl on the Mamba roller coaster at Worlds of Fun after her seat belt allegedly failed mid-ride. The park temporarily shut down the ride for inspection and modifications.

A new Pirates of the Caribbean long-sleeved shirt featuring the phrase "Dead Men Tell No Tales" is now available for $44.99 at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.

Disneyland Resort has laid off approximately 100 salaried employees, describing the move as a workforce 'recalibration' following a post-pandemic hiring boom.

Disneyland's Indiana Jones Adventure will close for two days in December for refurbishment, impacting visitors. Other rides like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad are also scheduled for temporary shutdown