BREAKING: Splash Island Nights Returns to Wild Adventures & New Unlimited Summer Admission Offer!

Wild Adventures Theme Park is turning up the summer fun with the return of Splash Island Nights, kicking off Friday, June 5, and continuing every Friday night through July 31 at Splash Island Waterpark.

Each Splash Island Night will feature extended waterpark hours until 10 p.m., high-energy entertainment, family-friendly contests and a live DJ with glowing dance zones. The weekly event also coincides with the launch of the Summer Fun Card, a limited-time ticket product that provides unlimited admission to Wild Adventures Theme Park and Splash Island Waterpark on any operating day between May 26 and September 6, excluding July 3 and 4, for just $59.99.

The party starts at 7 p.m. when live DJ Press Play hits the Splash Island Stage with a mix of today’s hits and retro favorites. Throughout the night, guests can join the fun with high-spirited competitions for all ages and extended ride time on guest-favorite attractions, including Paradise River, recently named by USA Today 10Best as America’s #1 “Best Lazy River.”

Passholders have an exclusive Splash Island Passholder Night Preview on Friday, May 29 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The first 100 guests at the event will receive a complimentary lei to get into the Splash Island spirit.

A 2026 Season Pass remains the best way to experience everything Wild Adventures has to offer. Passholders enjoy unlimited admission all summer long, including Splash Island Nights, and return again in the fall for Great Pumpkin LumiNights and in winter for Wild Adventures Christmas, all for one low price. Guests who purchase a Gold Season Pass now through July 5 will receive two free Bring-A-Friend tickets.

“Splash Island Nights is just another reason to join the season-long fun at Wild Adventures,” said Asher Raymond, Public Relations Specialist. “Nothing beats starting the summer off with late-night waterslides and lazy river laps.”

For more details about Splash Island Nights, the Summer Wild Card and Season Pass options, visit WildAdventures.com or download the Wild Adventures Theme Park App.

Source: Wild Adventures Theme Park 

Now Open - 🔥❄️ Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice Officially Opens (05/25) at SeaWorld Orlando!

 SeaWorld Orlando’s all-new Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice exclusively opens to SeaWorld Orlando Pass Members on Saturday, May 23, inviting families to embark on a breathtaking Arctic adventure unlike anything else. The highly anticipated attraction opens to the general public on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25 at 2 p.m.

The all-new Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice takes guests on a visually stunning, story-driven mission through the powerful natural forces that shape the Arctic. Guests will soar above erupting volcanoes, glide across frozen landscapes, dive beneath icy waters and journey through breathtaking Arctic environments alongside incredible wildlife including beluga whales, sperm whales, seals and polar bears, all brought to life through an immersive high-definition cinematic experience and SeaWorld Orlando’s state-of-the-art ride system.

“Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice is one of the most ambitious and immersive attractions we have ever created,” said Justin Newton, senior vice president of project delivery for United Parks & Resorts, SeaWorld’s parent company. “From the moment guests step inside the Arctic research station, every detail has been designed to fully transport them into this frozen world and leave them questioning how it was even possible.”

Guests begin their mission inside a newly transformed Arctic research outpost, complete with themed environments, mission control areas and a pre-launch briefing from a research scientist preparing them for the expedition ahead. The attraction blends storytelling, dynamic motion, immersive environments and breathtaking visuals to blur the line between simulation and reality.
In addition to the attraction itself, the experience reflects SeaWorld Orlando’s continued commitment to blending thrilling family adventures with inspiration rooted in the natural world. Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice highlights the beauty and wonder of the Arctic while encouraging guests to care about the planet and the wildlife that call it home.

Best Way to Play This Summer at SeaWorld Orlando
Guests can maximize their visit by pairing Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice with SeaWorld Orlando’s all-new summer lineup, including the return of Electric Ocean beginning June 12, featuring high-energy entertainment, nighttime spectaculars, family-friendly dance parties and an all-new drone and fireworks spectacular. Guests can also explore world-class coasters, animal presentations, up-close encounters and seasonal culinary offerings throughout the park.

Now with the limited time Memorial Day Sale, guests can take advantage of the best deals on the season by saving up to 55% on Tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes.  For the best value and unlimited admission all year long, guests are encouraged to become Annual Pass Members and enjoy exclusive perks including free parking, discounts on food and merchandise, monthly rewards and early access opportunities. For more information and to purchase Tickets, Fun Cards or Annual Passes, visit SeaWorldOrlando.com.

Source: Seaworld Orlando 

DOLLYWOOD’S SPLASH COUNTRY OPENS FOR 26th SEASON - New nighttime event offers glowing experiences, vibrant entertainment and lighter crowds!

 With plenty of sun-soaked days and glowing nights ahead, Dollywood’s Splash Country opens for daily operation on Saturday, May 23.  The Smokies’ friendliest water park is welcoming guests back this summer with a brand-new nighttime event, fresh food items and 35-acres of summertime fun.

New this season, Neon Nights extends summer days into summer nights during this separately ticketed, after-hours celebration. On select Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30-10:30 p.m., the water park transforms with neon lights, immersive glow experiences and high-energy entertainment. Guests will enjoy select favorite attractions, lighter crowds plus event-exclusive dining and merchandise options. Event-only tickets can be purchased for $39.99 plus tax or can be bundled with a one-day admission to Dollywood’s Splash Country for $94.99 plus tax.

 

“Neon Nights is unlike anything our guests have experienced at Splash Country before,” said Jordan Leach, Director of Operations. “We wanted to offer our guests an opportunity to enjoy the water park in a unique way that felt like it was created just for them. With exclusive experiences and lighter crowds, we are excited to welcome guests after dark.”

 

For added daytime entertainment, Splash Bash LIVE returns starting June 9 on select Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays with DJs bringing energy and entertainment to the Wave Pool stage. 

 

Fresh menu items make a splash this season at several of the water park’s culinary locations. At The Watering Hole, guests will find Firecracker Street Corn featuring fire-roasted corn, cilantro lime crema, cotija cheese and a spicy crunch topping. Ned’s Bear Paws is serving up the Rocky Paw. This new Bear Paw flavor is created with vanilla icing, chocolate toffee crumbles and caramel drizzle. Loaded BBQ Fries are a delicious addition to the menu at Oakley Bros. Food Wagon with seasoned curly fries, queso blanco, smoked pork, tangy BBQ sauce and green onions. Guests also can cool off with colorful new drinks including Ube Lemonade, Neon Pink Lemonade and Blue Raspberry Boba.

 

Safety is always the top priority at Dollywood’s Splash Country. On Thursday, June 25, guests can join the 16^th annual Water Safety Day presented by Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen. During this special event, families learn how to make a splash with confidence with a full day of learning that kicks off with the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson. Children of all ages are invited to participate and learn in a safe and fun environment.

 

“We take water safety seriously at Splash Country,” said Lauren Lowery, Senior Operations Manager. “During Water Safety Day, we are able to help equip hundreds of children and adults with life-saving knowledge and skills. Our lifeguards go through extensive training and licensures to ensure that our guests will be well taken care of at all times, but we want to help our guests know how to be safe at our water park and beyond.”

 

Dollywood’s Splash Country offers unique spaces where families can relax together in between those slides and rides. During the water park’s off season, all of Splash Country’s canopies received updates for more comfort and convenience. Each canopy now has fans, power for mobile charging and mobile order delivery.  In addition to the canopies, waterside retreats offer families and friends the ultimate opportunity to relax in style during a day at the water park.

 

New this season, Dollywood’s Splash Country is accepting electronic payments only, including debit cards, credit cards and mobile options like Apple Pay and Google Pay. Cashless transactions help shorten wait times where purchases are made, such as admission, culinary and dining locations. Guests will have free access to multiple easy-to-use Cash to Card Kiosks conveniently located at several locations throughout Dollywood's Splash Country. Guests can transfer cash onto a card to use throughout the water park. Any remaining balance on the card may be used anywhere else that cards are accepted.

 

“Guest experience is at the heart of everything we do at Dollywood’s Splash Country,” said Leach. “By transitioning to cashless payments only, Splash Country will provide a faster, safer and more guest-friendly experience. Guests no longer will have to carry wet cash from water slide to water slide.”

 

Dollywood’s Splash Country is celebrating good grades and hard work with the School’s Out Sale. Valid for visits through June 14, kids ages 4-18 can visit Dollywood’s Splash Country and enjoy a personal cheese or pepperoni pizza all for $34.99 plus tax when they show their latest report card. For more information, visit www.dollywood.com/schoolsout.

 

Daily operation continues through Aug. 8. The park shifts to abbreviated operations through Sept. 20, which is the final day of operation. For more information about Dollywood’s Splash Country and details on all ticket offerings, please visit www.dollywood.com or call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD. 

Source: Dollywood

SeaWorld Serves Up Complimentary and Discounted Beer, Awesome New Attractions, Electrifying Entertainment and the Best Summer Savings!

Summer is officially on tap at SeaWorld! Guests can raise a glass to celebrate the return of free and discounted beer* at its parks in Florida, California and Texas.  It’s SeaWorld’s way of saying thank you and helping guests cool down and beat the heat while enjoying the biggest and boldest summer celebration yet with ALL-NEW thrills, spectacular drone shows, electrifying events and awe-inspiring animal experiences.

Whether guests are escaping the heat with an ice-cold brew, soaring on a coaster or watching hundreds of drones illuminate the night sky, SeaWorld has it all this summer.  Here’s what’s on tap:

SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando is giving guests more ways to have fun and stay cool this summer. Guests ages 21 and older can enjoy one free seven-ounce draft beer per day at the Waterway Grill Bar between noon and one hour before park close. Pass Members receive an added perk: two complimentary beers per visit.

Summer sizzles at SeaWorld Orlando with the ALL-NEW Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice, opening on May 25. This immersive new adventure sends guests on a daring scientific mission exploring the most powerful natural forces shaping one of Earth’s most extreme environments through breathtaking storytelling and cutting-edge effects.

 

Beginning June 12, Electric Ocean, the park’s premier summer nighttime event, debuts. As the sun sets, guests can dive into three ALL-NEW nighttime animal shows, incredible environments of light and music with friendly DJ dance parties, witness the incredible cirque spectacular show, Hydro Surge, and close the night with Ignite, an ALL-NEW drone and fireworks spectacular.

SeaWorld San Diego

At SeaWorld San Diego, from May 23 through Aug. 18, guests can cool off with refreshing seven-ounce pours for just $1 at High Tide Brews. Featuring a selection of California craft brews, the laid-back taproom offers the perfect place to kick back between rides, animal experiences and summer entertainment. The offer is available daily from 11 a.m. through park close for guests ages 21 and older, limited to one beer per person per day.

There’s so much to see this summer as SeaWorld San Diego unveils Shark Encounter, inviting guests to come face to fin with jaw-dropping sharks from 11 remarkable species in an immersive, interactive experience that journeys from shallow coastal waters to the mysterious depths of the ocean.

The excitement doesn’t stop there! Guests can dive into an thrilling lineup of summer entertainment featuring two ALL-NEW daytime animal presentations including Dolphin Adventures; the debut of three ALL-NEW nighttime animal presentations; and the park’s first ever, show‑stopping Ocean of Dreams drone spectacular lighting up the night sky.  Fan-favorite productions return alongside the highly anticipated Summer Concert Series, where iconic chart-topping artists from the 90s and early‑2000s bring unforgettable energy, nostalgia and nonstop summer vibes to the stage.

SeaWorld San Antonio

Everything is bigger in Texas, including the summer fun and refreshment! Starting June 1 and continuing all month long, SeaWorld San Antonio pass members ages 21 and up can enjoy one complimentary six-ounce draft beer daily at the Lonestar Bar overlooking Waterski Lake.

 

Guests can take on the ALL-NEW Barracuda Strike, the tallest inverted family coaster in North America.  Designed for thrill-seekers and families alike, this one-of-a-kind attraction dives, twists and races through exhilarating turns inspired by one of the ocean’s fastest predators, delivering nonstop excitement from start to finish.

 

Guests can also experience the exhilarating energy of Electric Ocean, where every night transforms into an unforgettable celebration filled with music, lights and nonstop excitement. The nighttime spectacular features the colorful RhythMotion Ocean Parade; two ALL-NEW nighttime animal presentations, the adrenaline-pumping Hydropower: Xtreme FX waterski stunt show packed with pyrotechnics and jaw-dropping stunts, and the breathtaking SeaWorld Illuminight Drone Finale, where 400 synchronized drones light up the sky in dazzling marine-inspired formations.

Best Way to Play – Unlimited Visits and Summer Fun with an Annual Pass

The best way to play and experience all the summer happenings in Orlando, San Diego and San Antonio is with a SeaWorld Annual Pass.  Pass Members receive unlimited visits for a year with benefits including special savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, reserved seating and more. Now with the limited time Memorial Day Sale, guests can take advantage of the best deals of the season by saving on Tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes.

 

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Diego or  SeaWorld San Antonio. Follow along on social media for the latest summer announcements and event details: @SeaworldOrlando, @SeaWorldSanDiego and @SeaWorldSanAntonio.

 

*Dates and offers for free and discounted beer at all parks are subject to change. Must be 21 years of age and older with a valid photo ID to purchase and/or consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly.

Source: Seaworld Orlando/ Seaworld San Antonio/ Seaworld San Diego

Royal Oak becomes Official Charcoal Partner of Dollywood!

 With grilling season on the horizon, Dollywood Parks & Resorts today introduced a new partner that will help the award-winning theme park turn up the heat on summer fun.

Royal Oak is now the official charcoal partner of Dollywood, working with the park on cooking demonstrations with Royal Oak ambassadors, special themed menu items, exclusive recipes for Dollywood season passholders and more.

 

Royal Oak products will be integrated into several of Dollywood’s most popular culinary locations, including Wilderness Pass Restaurant and Hickory House BBQ, ensuring every bit is fired to perfection. In addition, the company becomes the presenting sponsor of Miss Lillian’s BBQ Corner.

 

“We’re proud to welcome Royal Oak as our official charcoal partner,” said Eugene Naughton, Dollywood Parks & Resorts President. “The culinary experience we offer at Dollywood is well-known throughout the industry. Our dedication to foods authentic to the Smoky Mountain region has helped us earn this reputation, and this new partnership with Royal Oak allows us to continue delivering on those traditional grilling processes that can’t be replicated in any other way.”

 

Dollywood’s culinary team has earned a number of accolades through the years—including multiple Amusement Today Golden Ticket Awards—for their industry-leading dining experiences. Cuyler Hunter, Director of Marketing, shared the importance of the new partnership with this award-winning team.

 

“We’re incredibly excited to partner with Dollywood, an iconic destination that captures the heart of American summer traditions through family, food and fun,” Hunter said. “At Royal Oak, grilling has always been about more than fire and flavor—it’s about bringing people together, creating memories, and celebrating the moments that make this country’s BBQ culture so special.”

 

Royal Oak official partner logos will be found at several culinary locations throughout Dollywood.

 

For more information, please visit dollywood.com or download the Dollywood app.

Source: Dollywood 

Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort Invite Warner Bros. Pictures’ Academy Award-Winning Film Sinners Into Their Iconic Gates for Halloween Horror Nights!

Following an over $370 million global box office run and earning widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike, Warner Bros. Pictures’ Sinners adds “haunted house” to its repertoire as it joins Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights lineup of immersive experiences beginning Friday, August 28 at Universal Orlando Resort and Thursday, September 3 at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Since debuting in 2025, Sinners became the highest grossing original horror film, garnering a record-breaking 16 Academy-Award nominations and four Oscar® wins. Written, directed and produced by Ryan Coogler, alongside fellow Proximity Media producers Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian, the film takes place in 1930s Mississippi Delta, where twin brothers Smoke and Stack return to their hometown to open a juke joint for their community. Celebration turns to panic as a troupe of unrelenting vampires crash the opening night, threatening to violently curse the guests in a brutal battle for survival.

 

“It’s been incredible to see audiences connect with Sinners in such a powerful way,” said Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian, producers of Sinners and founders of Proximity Media, in a joint statement. “Now, partnering with Halloween Horror Nights gives fans the chance to step even deeper into the world of the film — to feel the music, the atmosphere and the tension all around them. Watching it come to life on this scale has been really special for all of us.”

 

The terrifying Halloween Horror Nights house will transport guests back in time to the popular Club Juke where they will quickly realize that nothing is as it seems when nefarious, red-eyed vampires Remmick, Bert and Joan appear with their insatiable hunger. As they attempt to evade the vampires at every turn, fans will encounter some of their favorite characters lifted straight from the film, including Sammie, Mary, Annie, Pearline and Cornbread. Caught in a deadly struggle between twins Smoke and Stack and the bloodthirsty vampires, guests must survive the night – because the terror will only relent once the sun rises. 

 

“At Halloween Horror Nights, we push the boundaries of what a live horror experience can be,” said John Murdy, Executive Producer, Halloween Horror Nights, Universal Studios Hollywood. “Just as Ryan Coogler's Academy Award winning film, Sinners re-invented the vampire movie, we are re-inventing the haunted house and creating new ways to scare our guests that we’ve never attempted and are thrilled to bring this amazing story to life in a truly terrifying and fully immersive way.”

 

“The moment Sinners premiered, we knew it was an undeniable fit for Halloween Horror Nights and it’s an honor to bring this story to life,” said Mike Aiello, Senior Director of Entertainment Creative Development at Universal Orlando Resort. “It’s rare for a film to fully satisfy hardcore horror fans while also inviting new audiences into the genre—and that’s exactly what Sinners does. Its world, characters and intensity will translate into a relentless haunted house. We can't wait for our fans to step inside and experience the horror firsthand in a way that only Halloween Horror Nights can deliver." 

 

With a selection of event tickets on sale now for both coasts, guests can begin planning their visits to brave Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort this fall.

 

A variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options for Universal Studios Hollywood are now available. This year’s event runs for a record 42 nights with 8 haunted houses, Terror Tram, multiple scare zones and more. Tickets include General Admission, the Early Access Ticket, which provides entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change), Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass, which enable guests to experience the scares again and again. The Day/Night Ticket, After 2 P.M. Day/Night Ticket, Universal Express Ticket and R.I.P Tour will all include access to the new “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” coaster. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions.

 

At Universal Orlando, guests can purchase select tickets, upgrades and event-inclusive vacation packages as Halloween Horror Nights, The World’s Premier Halloween Event, returns for its milestone 35th year in Orlando, running 48 select nights from August 28 through November 1.The event will feature 10 all-new haunted houses, outrageous live entertainment, terrifying scare zones and street experiences – with a few haunting surprises. Products on sale now include single-night tickets; the Scream Early add-on ticket, which grants access to Universal Studios Florida, including select haunted houses, beginning at 2 p.m. (guests must have a Halloween Horror Nights admission ticket), and event extras such as Halloween Horror Nights Express Passes, the R.I.P Tour, and the Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tour. Guests can also take advantage of the Stay, Scream and Save vacation package and save up to $200. The package includes one night of Halloween Horror Nights admission, daytime theme park admission (including Universal Epic Universe), and a stay at one of Universal Orlando’s 11 themed hotels with exclusive theme park benefits including access to a dedicated Halloween Horror Nights entry gate, complimentary resort transportation, access to seasonal experiences at the hotels and more. Plus, guests can now purchase tickets to Premium Scream Night which returns for two event nights this year – August 27 and October 19. Click here to learn more.

 

All-new merchandise inspired by the Sinners haunted house is now available at Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando Resort and shopUniversal.com. Fans can celebrate the upcoming house in style with a limited release t-shirt and hat. Additionally, an acrylic figure inspired by the house is now available for purchase. Guests can exhibit all the house announcements proudly in a collectible infernal carnival display leading up to the opening night.

 

Additional event details, including new haunted houses coming to Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, will be revealed soon.

 

For more information and to purchase tickets to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/Halloween and at Universal Orlando, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/Halloween.

Source: Universal Studios Hollywood / Universal Orlando Resort 

Zoo Bus Returns for Summer 2026 With Daily Service and Big Savings for Families!

Summer adventures just got easier and more affordable. The Zoo Bus is officially back for Summer 2026, giving families a convenient, budget-friendly way to visit the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay all season long.

Beginning Saturday, May 23, 2026, the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) will offer daily Zoo Bus service from downtown Columbus to the Zoo and waterpark through Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2026. After Labor Day, service will continue Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through October 31, 2026.

 

The Zoo Bus provides guests with a stress-free way to enjoy a full day of family fun while taking advantage of incredible savings. Riders receive admission to the Columbus Zoo for just $5 or $10 off admission to Zoombezi Bay.

A family of five can spend the entire day at the Zoo for under $50 when taking advantage of the Zoo Bus program.

 

The Zoo Bus will operate five trips daily, with the first departure leaving State and High Streets downtown at 8 a.m. The final bus will depart the Zoo at 6:15 p.m., returning downtown at approximately 7 p.m.

 

Guests can board the Zoo Bus at:

• Statehouse downtown (State and High Streets)
• Griggs Dam Park & Ride
• Dublin Park & Ride

 

Zoo Bus fares are:

• $2 each way for adults
• $1 each way for children under 12
• Free for children under 5

 

To receive discounted admission, riders should ask the COTA Operator for a Zoo Bus coupon. Coupons will be distributed one per customer and must be presented at the Zoo or Zoombezi Bay admission window to get discount.

 

For more information about Zoo Bus, visit COTA.com/ZooBus or call COTA Customer Service at (614) 228-1776. Admission prices and hours can be found by visiting the Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay websites at ColumbusZoo.org and ZoombeziBay.com.

Source: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium