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New Features at this Fall’s Howl-O-Scream
Fans of fright are sure to delight in two new features added to Busch Gardens® Williamsburg Howl-O-Scream®. The park announced the additions of No Escape, an “escape room” experience with a unique Howl-O-Scream twist, and the Starfright Orchestra™, a 12-piece swing band that makes its return to the park after an eight-year absence. In No Escape, guests are locked in a room and must use clues to solve puzzles and try to escape before time runs out. The physical adventure game, held at Read more [...]
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Carowinds Honors First Responders With Special Discount on September 11
Carowinds is grateful to all first responders who selflessly provide critical services to our community. To show our appreciation, we’re offering a special First Responders Discount Rate on Sunday, September 11. All first responders will receive 50% off full-price regular admission. In addition, eligible participants may purchase up to four (4) additional tickets for 50% off the full-price regular admission. First responders must present a valid agency I.D. or similar credentials upon purchase. Read more [...]
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Toast the End of Summer at Busch Gardens® Bier Fest
There’s more to love about Bier Fest this year at Busch Gardens® – more tasty beer, more tantalizing food and more days to enjoy it all. The festival returns Friday, Sept. 2, for its second year and will run for eight days over three straight weekends – Sept. 2-5, 10-11 and 17-18. That’s twice as many days as last year’s inaugural event, which was a big hit. More than 200 years of Oktoberfest traditions come to life at Bier Fest. Guests can raise a glass to toast the end of summer Read more [...]
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Enjoy an Extra Weekend of Fun at Water Country USA®
The summer just got a little longer at Water Country USA®. The park has announced its 2016 season will be extended for an extra weekend, Sept. 10-11, to give guests more time to stay cool and enjoy great attractions and resort-style amenities. Take a ride on the park’s newest ride, Colossal Curl™ or enjoy 1,500 feet of free-floating fun on Hubba Hubba Highway®. Children can have a “splashtastic” good time in one of the park’s KIDsiderate® play areas designed just for them. Whatever Read more [...]
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Carowinds Awards Scholarships to Associates
Not only does Carowinds strive to provide their guests with a “best day ever” experience, but we also take the time to offer that same “best day ever” to our associates. On Thursday, the Carowinds team celebrated the academic achievements of five Carowinds employees, awarding them each a $1000 scholarship to help further their higher education studies. The winners of the 2016 Carowinds Scholarship program are: Mary E. Marino Heather M. Biage Kobe D. Wilson Hollyn Read more [...]
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Celebrate National Roller Coaster Day at Busch Gardens® Williamsburg
National Roller Coaster Day is Tuesday, Aug. 16. Take a ride and enjoy the dizzying highs and lows on six world-class coasters at Busch Gardens® Williamsburg, where fun is always in season. Each coaster provides a unique thrill that leaves riders craving more. Visit the park and have a good time on all of these epic coasters: Tempesto™ – Busch Gardens’ newest roller coaster features three launch experiences and a signature loop-the-loop. Riders race into unbelievably tight turns at Read more [...]
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Ghouls and Goblins Wanted for Halloween Event
I attended SCarowinds last year and wrote about it on my other blog Adventures of Frugal Mom, you should check it out. WHAT: Bored at your current job? Looking for a frightening good time? You can be a part of one of the most terrifying Halloween events in the Carolinas- SCarowinds! We are currently holding auditions for our “Army of Darkness” massacre. WHO: Monsters 16 years of age and up. WHEN: Auditions are currently being held Sundays and Thursdays from 5 p.m. Read more [...]
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Carowinds Launches New App
New technology gives guests easy access to ticket purchases, ride wait times, show schedules and more. Carowinds has launched an all-new mobile application that puts guests in the driver’s seat. The new app has features to help park goers plan and manage their day. Guests can: View a LIVE interactive map of the park Access up-to-date ride wait times,show schedules and events, and attraction information View and download in-park photos Upload Season Passes Purchase: Read more [...]
