Boomerang’s Grand Exit! The sun sets on Boomerang for the last time on April 23

Knott’s Berry Farm says goodbye to the park’s veteran rollercoaster, Boomerang on April 23rd. Riders will have one last chance to ride the reverse shuttle rollercoaster starting now and throughout the duration of Knott’s annual springtime Boysenberry Festival which kicks off April 1-23.         The 27 year-old rollercoaster has been a staple …

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“TERRA IS A WARM GUN” at Zombie Joe’s Underground Theatre Group

Zombie Joe's Underground Theatre Group proudly presents Hung Yung's Solo-Tapestry of Passion, Performance, Music, Galactic Greed, Freakish-Zen-Deconstruction, and ubiquitous Tom-Foolery.  Featuring Hung Yung and Directed by Zombie Joe.  For Ages 15 and up. (4) Performances Only: SATURDAYS @ 8:30pm - MARCH 25, APRIL 1, 8, 15 ~ 2017. Zombie Joe's Underground Theatre Group 4850 Lankershim …

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REVEALED: THE STORY BEHIND UNIVERSAL’S VOLCANO BAY, UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S THIRD AMAZING THEME PARK

Today, Universal Orlando Resort revealed the story behind its new immersive water theme park, Universal’s Volcano Bay – grand opening May 25, 2017. Volcano Bay is a tropical paradise formed by myth and discovered by legend. It was discovered by the Waturi islanders with the help of a mystical fish who was destined to guide them …

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New “VR Showdown in Ghost Town” coming to Knott’s on April 1

Buena Park, CA – March 8, 2017 – Knott’s Berry Farm, its parent company Cedar Fair Entertainment and VRstudios announced today the details of the first permanent installation of a free-roaming, multi-player VR experience in a U.S. theme park, which will be located inside the Knott’s Berry Farm Boardwalk Arcade. A new custom and industry first …

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MIDSUMMER SCREAM RETURNS TO LONG BEACH CONVENTION CENTER JULY 29 & 30, 2017

MIDSUMMER SCREAM RETURNS TO LONG BEACH CONVENTION CENTER JULY 29 & 30, 2017 TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR WEST COAST’S PREMIER HALLOWEEN, HAUNT, AND HORROR FESTIVAL (TICKETS GO ON SALE SHORTLY AFTER 9AM on 03-08-17)             If you are anything like us over here at Theme Park Duo (and since …

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COMCAST NBCUNIVERSAL TO ACQUIRE REMAINING 49% STAKE IN UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN

COMCAST NBCUNIVERSAL TO ACQUIRE REMAINING 49% STAKE IN UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN    Signals Strong Future for Universal Studios Japan and for Universal in Asia   Comcast NBCUniversal announced today that it agreed to purchase 49 percent ownership of Universal Studios Japan (USJ) from its current partners, including Goldman Sachs, former USJ Chief Executive Officer Glenn …

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KNOTT’S BOYSENBERRY FESTIVAL RETURNS FROM APRIL 1 – APRIL 23

KNOTT’S BOYSENBERRY FESTIVAL RETURNS WITH OVER THREE WEEKS OF APPETIZING FOOD, GOOD OL’ FASHION FUN AND NEW LIVE ENTERTAINNMENT, FROM APRIL 1 – APRIL 23 The Flavorful Celebration Will Feature a New Mouthwatering Food Lineup of Boysenberry Inspired Dishes and Entertainment For all Ages.   This spring, join Knott’s as it celebrates the flavorful berry that …

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Queen Mary’s Local Band Hangout Continues with Queen Califia and Elan Atias of The Wailers Thursday, March 16

The Queen Mary’s new breakout live music series, Local Band Hangout, continues with performances by Queen Califia and Elan Atias of The Wailers on Thursday, March 16 at 7 p.m. in the Observation Bar. Local Band Hangout presents top local artists and up-and-coming bands performing live aboard the majestic Queen Mary every third Thursday of …

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