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Orange County, N.Y. (July 28, 2023) – While Orange County, N.Y.’s major attractions are widely known – think the United States Military Academy at West Point and LEGOLAND® New York Resort – the county is also brimming with less famous, but equally fun and fascinating summer activities to be discovered at every turn. Attractions allow you to visit a Revolutionary War site, catch a movie 1950s-style at a drive-in theater and even meet friendly alpacas.

Celebrate Luna Park’s Historic Expansion Featuring NYC’s first 50-foot Ropes Course, Integrated Roller Coaster and Water Flume Attractions, Food and Beverage Locations, and Pedestrian Plazas

Celebrate 120 years of Luna Park, the most influential park in the world

Brooklyn, NY (June 13, 2023) – Luna Park in Coney Island, New York City’s most iconic destination for fun, is gearing up to honor a momentous occasion celebrating the park’s historic expansion and the 120^th anniversary of Luna Park’s original inception in 1903.

Guests can enjoy added points-of-sale, pass holder designated ordering areas, local suppliers, and more

East Durham, NY (June 6, 2023) – Zoom Flume Water Park, New York’s #1 family water park, today announced new improvements to the park’s food and beverage offerings for the 2023 season. To keep guests having fun in the sun (and water!), these new investments into the hospitality program will ensure a well-rounded guest experience with each visit, focused on both convenience and quality of service.

Brooklyn, N.Y. - Puppets Come Home! at Coney Island kicks off its fifth season with a screening of Heather Henson’s HANDMADE PUPPET DREAMS film series on Friday, June 2nd, 8pm at Coney Island USA, 1208 Surf Ave, Brooklyn.

A part of Heather Henson's Green Feather Foundation (formerly IBEX Puppetry), HANDMADE PUPPET DREAMS is a traveling film series that promotes independent artists exploring their handmade craft specifically for the screen.

New Premium Offerings Include a VIP Lounge

Theme Park Offers New Events, Park Enhancements and World Class Experiences  

Darien Center, N.Y. ─ May 11, 2023 ─ Six Flags Darien Lake, the Thrill Capital of New York, will kick off the 2023 season with new events and park enhancements to provide a memorable and premium park experience.

Brooklyn, NY -- The 23nd annual installment of the Coney Island Film Festival, named one of the "25 Coolest Film Festivals" by MovieMaker Magazine, hits the shores of Coney Island from Friday, May 5th through Sunday, May 7th. This year's edition features 103 films from around the world.

The festival kicks off on Friday Night, May 5th at 7:30pm at the Coney Island Museum with the New York City Premiere of the Documentary Feature "Circus of the Scars - The Insider Odyssey of the Jim Rose Circus Sideshow", directed by Cory Wees.

Monticello, N.Y. (March 20, 2023) – Looking for that awesome spring break getaway, but you dread aggravating airport delays, the “are we there yet?” never-ending car ride and stand-still traffic? At The Kartrite, it’s spring break all year long – but especially in spring! This April, enjoy endless amounts of activities for the whole family at New York’s newest and largest indoor waterpark. And know that The Kartrite’s Catskill Mountains location is conveniently nearby, less than a tank of gas away!…

Opening the 2023 season at Coney Island USA!

Brooklyn, NY –– The 5th annual Coney Island Ritual Cabaret opens Coney Island USA's spectacular 2023 season! After cancelling in 2020 due to COVID, this festival finally marks International Culture Lab’s (ICL) 5th year of probing the fantastical blending of ritual and entertainment on Coney Island USA’s (CIUSA) Sideshows by the Seashore stage. Once again, ICL has assembled an array of performance artists, musicians, puppeteers, sideshow performers and (butoh) dancers, all of whom have been tasked with presenting original works that define “ritual cabaret” through the lens of their own particular aesthetic, discipline and lineage.

LEGOLAND® New York Resort’s first-ever Holiday Bricktacular kicks off November 25^th.

The celebration features festive décor including an eight-foot-tall LEGO® wreath, all-new entertainment, holiday-themed food and beverages, and exclusive seasonal attractions.

From November 25 – 28, take advantage of an exclusive Black Friday/Cyber Monday offer to save on tickets, vacation packages, and annual passes!

Goshen, NY – It’s beginning to look a lot like Holiday Bricktacular! LEGOLAND® New York is transforming into a LEGO® wonderland from November 25, 2022 – January 1, 2023, for its first-ever Holiday Bricktacular. During the ultimate festive experience for families with children ages two through 12, guests will discover elaborate, twinkling décor, unforgettable seasonal entertainment, and special sweet treats this season – all included with general Park admission and select annual passes.

Plus, the Return of the Popular Dining and Membership Programs

Darien Center, N.Y. ─ August 25, 2022 ─ Six Flags Darien Lake, the Thrill Capital of New York, today announced the launch of the 2023 Six Flags Seasonal Pass and Annual Membership programs along with a robust lineup of special events during the 2023 season. New offerings create endless opportunities for fun all season long.