New attraction opening update 

Included in the report is a list of measures the Company has taken for the safety of guests, employees and animals and in order to "to appropriately manage costs and expenditures, and to provide liquidity in response to the temporary park closures related to COVID-19." 

It is clearly stated that one of these measures has been:

"postponed to 2021 the opening of rides that were still under construction and originally scheduled to open in 2020"

There have been many rumors regarding the opening of scheduled new attractions for 2020 and this now confirms what many have already thought for a number of weeks and will no doubt include the postponement to 2021 of the following:

• Ice Breaker at SeaWorld Orlando
• Iron Gwazi at Busch Gardens Tampa
• Pantheon at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
• Emperor at SeaWorld San Diego

Some could argue that this may not apply to Iron Gwazi at Busch Gardens Tampa as it was pretty much ready to go and therefore may fall out of the "still under construction" umbrella. We will bring you the lastest news regarding this as it is announced.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg reopening update

Although the full theme park won't be reopening just yet, Busch Gardens Williamsburg have announced that they are hosting a special ticketed outdoor event named "Coasters and Craft Brews", Thursdays - Sundays, August 6 - 23, which will highlight a range of experiences including a number of coasters for guests to ride. The current list includes Loch Ness Monster, Griffon, InvadR, Le Catapult and Finnegan’s Flyer.

On their official site it says that "guests can enjoy plenty of open space as they explore the charm of select villages including Ireland, Scotland, France and New France, before they take in the thrills of their favorite iconic coasters. A variety of craft and local brews, savory BBQ cuisine, and more food and beverage options will be available for purchase at select dining locations." 

The reservation process for this event opened on July 30, and each guest must have a reservation as well as a valid ticket. Single-day tickets can be purchased for $44.99 per person. 

It states that "those who already hold an active Membership, Annual Pass, Fun Card, or previously purchased Single-Day Ticket and wish to attend can simply make a reservation for the date desired."

Latest Events at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa

Currently SeaWorld Parks are offering a number of events to try to entice guests back to the parks. SeaWorld Orlando is offering guests the opportunity to join them for their Flicks and Fireworks event. It costs $50 per vehicle which includes a firework display and movie viewing for all seated passengers. There is a food truck service which begins at 7:45pm and the movie follows the 9:00pm firework display.

The chosen movie for the upcoming weekends include:

• Friday, Aug. 7 - Men in Black
• Saturday, Aug. 8 - Ferris Bueller's Day Off
• Friday, Aug. 14 - Footloose
• Saturday, Aug. 15 - Despicable Me
• Saturday, Sept. 5 - Grease

 To reserve tickets go to their official website.

SeaWorld Orlando also recently announced that they would host the Electric Ocean Remix with Fireworks Display. This event will be held every Friday and Saturday evening through September 6 starting July 24. Guests are promised an evening of electrifying dance music, ending in a fireworks display which has been named "Light Up The Sky" including music, lights and pyrotechnics bringing the theme of the sea to the sky.

At a time when vigilant health and safety measures are in place due to COVID-19, park capacity is having to be carefully managed therefore reservations for this event must be made through their official website.

Busch Gardens Tampa kicked off its month of Summer Nights weekends today, where the park is opening until 10pm each Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening between July 17 - August 16. 

The event is featuring a new laser and fireworks show as well as the option to purchase seasonal food. Needless to say, during a time when capacity needs to be managed very carefully, all guests are required to make a reservation before visiting the park.

For full details and to book tickets, visit Busch Gardens official site where they are currently offering discounted ticket prices.

Busch Gardens Tampa are also offering two other ways to try to entice guests back to the park in the coming weeks including a Sesame Street's Big Bird physically-distant photo op and a Wildly Amazing, An Inside Look at Animal Care show at the Stanleyville theater. Guests will learn first-hand from the zoological team that cares for echidnas, parrots, komodo dragons, cheetahs and more. It will also aim to help you discover what you can do at home to help their wild counterparts.

For further information on this event and to make a reservation, visit their official website.

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