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Prehistoric, animatronic beasts will inhabit Harpursville this summer

Harpursville, N.Y. (June 23, 2025) – Broome County is in the midst of a heat wave, but things are about to seriously cool down in Harpursville! By the week’s end, guests at Animal Adventure Park will be embarking on an extraordinary journey back in time, to the magnificent Ice Age, with extraordinary creatures that vanished from the world long ago!…

Garden City, NY––June 4, 2025––Activate, known for its interactive game rooms with 75 minutes of exclusive gameplay that challenge the mind and body, is opening its newest location in Roosevelt Field on June 6 at 630 Old Country Road, 2079B. To celebrate, Activate is inviting the community to enjoy free gameplay during the grand opening weekend, from June 6-8.

NASCAR Star Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Celebrates the Historic Achievement with First Official Lap on the World’s Longest Track 

Farmingdale, NY  (May 6, 2025) - RPM Raceway, the immersive racing & entertainment destination has officially set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the World’s Longest Multi-Level Go-Kart Track (indoors). Spanning more than 3,515.7 feet across a two-story layout, the record-breaking MegaTrack debuted today with a special event featuring NASCAR Cup Series driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr., who completed the first official lap on the newly launched track.

Park opens May 16 with a new and improved Mind Eraser and full lineup of events

Darien, NY. (April 22, 2025) – Six Flags Darien Lake, The Coaster Capital of New York, is thrilled to announce its fan-favorite lineup of special events for the 2025 season, beginning with Opening Day on May 16. From Star-Spangled Night to Fright Fest, there is something exciting for everyone to enjoy when they visit this year.

Coney Island, NY -- The 25th annual installment of the Coney Island Film Festival hits the shores of Coney Island from Friday, May 2nd, through Sunday, May 4th, 2025. This year's festival features 92 films from around the world, a stunning array of high and lowbrow fare as diverse as the neighborhood it represents. Subjects range from the profound to the profane, showcasing the independent spirit and irreverent nature of the one and only Coney Island.

Opening on March 22^nd, Long Island’s most popular amusement park will add more value this year through the new ‘Wave Twister’ ride, new games, and additional amenities—at last year’s prices

Farmingdale, NY — Get a head start on your Spring fun this weekend! Adventureland in Farmingdale is gearing up for an exciting expansion with its 2025 Season which kicks off this weekend of March 22^nd and 23^rd.

Long Island’s most popular amusement park adds more value through the new ‘Wave Twister’ ride, new games, and additional amenities—at last year’s prices 

Farmingdale, NY — Adventureland announced it will be freezing its prices— without freezing the fun! Long Island’s most popular amusement park, offering family fun for everyone since 1962, is offering more value this year, and for the same ticket prices as last year. The park is freezing its admission rates, group rates, season pass rates, and birthday party rates at the same prices from the 2024 season. …

Canandaigua, NY (11/27/24) – Roseland Waterpark is delighted to announce that construction has commenced on a new Mini Golf Course. This project marks a significant enhancement to the park's existing attractions, offering a new and exciting activity for the Canandaigua and Finger Lakes community. Scheduled to open its doors in the Spring of 2025, this new feature aims to bring even more joy and entertainment to families and visitors of the Finger Lakes and beyond.

Lake George, NY – The community of Lake George is proud to announce a special celebration honoring Charles R. Wood, the visionary known as the father of the American theme park, on July 12, 2024. This event marks the 65th anniversary of the iconic Gaslight Village, a cherished part of Lake George’s history.

Darien Center, N.Y. (July 1, 2024)  ─ Six Flags Darien Lake, the Thrill Capital of New York, will celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular fireworks show on July 4^th. Dazzling Patriotic fireworks set to Patriotic music will light up the night sky at 9:45 after our Laser Light Spectacular show.