amusement parks

Construction of the $100 million Island Waterpark is nearing completion at the Showboat Resort, billed as a “family-friendly, year-round” attraction.
Jul 5, 2023

Showboat’s new waterpark opens July 4, ahead of (re)scheduled date

“This Independence Day, I’m opening the doors to a whole new world of family entertainment on the famed Atlantic City Boardwalk," said Tower Investments CEO and Showboat owner Bart Blatstein.

J&J Snack Foods' portfolio includes Super Pretzel soft pretzels, Icee frozen beverages and more.
Jul 3, 2023

J&J Snack Foods partners with premier amusement industry association

The home to Dippin’ Dots, Super Pretzel and Slush Puppie frozen beverages prides itself on being able to offer members products that are "easy to serve, highly profitable and delicious."

Construction of the $100 million Island Waterpark is nearing completion at the Showboat Resort, billed as a “family-friendly, year-round” attraction.
Jun 26, 2023

Showboat’s $100M Island Waterpark set to open July 7 (updated)

With 120,000 square feet, the attraction features 11 slides, kids and adult areas, and a retractable glass roof that can be opened during the warmer months and closed during inclement and colder weather.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor unveiled its largest investment in more than two decades. The area will include a tree house play structure and 14 new kids’ slides.
Mar 2, 2023

Six Flags’ Hurricane Harbor to debut new attractions for summer 2023 (slideshow)

The enhancements represent the largest investment to the park in more than two decades.

RPM Raceway's new RPM megatrack opens in Jersey City Jan. 24.
Feb 10, 2023

NJEDA creates grant program to support indoor amusement facilities

According to CEO Tim Sullivan, "As the New Jersey economy continues to rebound in the wake of COVID-19, investment into family-friendly entertainment centers like indoor amusement facilities adds to the comprehensive nature of our pandemic recovery strategy."

Claw Hammer Cove, the new, expanded wave pool, and Carpool Lane crossing activity pool opened for the 2022 season at The Water Main aquatic park at Diggerland USA in West Berlin.
May 27, 2022

Diggerland USA opens new attractions ahead of holiday weekend

The West Berlin amusement park is kicking off the 2022 season with updated offerings at its aquatic park The Water Main, including Claw Hammer Cove — a new, expanded wave pool — and the Carpool Lane, an activity crossing pool that douses guests from giant overhead cranes.