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Nigloween 2024: Rock and Horror Unite at Nigloland
Thursday, 05. September 2024, 15:06
The popular French theme park Nigloland once again opens its doors for the thrilling “Nigloween” event this year. From October 5 to November 11, 2024, the park in the Aube department will transform into a dark rock world, offering a mix of rock music and spooky Halloween elements. In the 22nd edition of Nigloween, visitors can expect a unique atmosphere filled with powerful guitar riffs and eerie decorations. The central theme, “Rock,” runs through every corner of the park, creating...
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Peur sur le Parc 2024 at Parc Astérix: New Haunted House 'The Hells of Pompeii' and Spooky Highlights
Thursday, 05. September 2024, 14:19
Starting October 5, 2024, Parc Astérix will once again host its popular Halloween event, “Peur sur le Parc,” running until November 11. The park will transform into a spooky wonderland filled with thrilling attractions, including the brand-new haunted house, “The Hells of Pompeii.”
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Perfect School Start Souvenirs from Toverland: Backpacks, Sports Bags, and More
Thursday, 05. September 2024, 12:13
The new school year is just around the corner, and the Toverland theme park offers the perfect souvenirs to make the school day magical. From 3D character backpacks to colorful sports bags, Toverland characters accompany students beyond the park, adding fun and color to their daily routines.
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Mixed-Reality Premiere at PortAventura Park: “Hysteria in Boothill” Offers an Unforgettable Halloween Experience
Thursday, 05. September 2024, 12:01
Just in time for Halloween, PortAventura Park introduces a technological innovation: the mixed-reality experience “Hysteria in Boothill.” This cutting-edge attraction combines real and digital elements, brought to life through Meta Quest 3 headsets. The park offers an exciting, first-of-its-kind experience, taking Halloween thrills to an entirely new level.
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LEGOLAND® Billund Promotes Biodiversity with Insect Hotels and Wildflower Beds
Thursday, 05. September 2024, 11:50
LEGOLAND® Billund is expanding its environmental efforts through a new initiative aimed at promoting biodiversity. The park has recently installed several insect hotels and significantly expanded its flower beds to provide better habitats for insects such as bees, butterflies, and hoverflies. Visitors to the park will immediately notice the changes: 14 large wildflower beds have been planted to attract native insect species. These flower beds, featuring plants like bird’s-foot trefoil and...
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Open Day at TALENT ACADEMY in Europa-Park: Free Workshops and Spectacular Shows
Thursday, 05. September 2024, 11:39
On September 15, 2024, the TALENT ACADEMY in Europa-Park will host an “Open Day” from 12:00 to 17:00. In modern classrooms, the Academy's trainers will offer free workshops, allowing visitors to discover their hidden talents. Additionally, members of the TALENT ACADEMY will showcase their impressive skills in captivating performances.
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TRON Lightcycle / Run: Virtual Queue Ends: Switch to Regular Standby Line on September 9, 2024
Thursday, 05. September 2024, 08:07
For over two years, the popular “TRON Lightcycle / Run” attraction at Magic Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World has used a virtual queue boarding group system. However, this system will end on September 9, 2024, as the attraction transitions to a regular standby line. This change will bring a new queuing system for guests and impact the usual park experience. The virtual queue, which has been in place since the attraction’s opening, will be discontinued. Until September 8, 2024, it will...
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Caribe Aquatic Park Reopens After Fire: Opening on September 8
Wednesday, 04. September 2024, 12:48
On Sunday, September 8, Caribe Aquatic Park will reopen its doors after a fire incident. The event occurred the previous Monday when a faulty transformer in the water park caught fire, leading to the evacuation of all visitors. Fortunately, no one was injured. Four fire crews and the park's security personnel worked to bring the blaze under control.
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Futuroscope Becomes Event Partner for the 2024-2025 Handball Season: Strengthening Presence in Sports
Wednesday, 04. September 2024, 11:34
Futuroscope is set to become the “Event Partner” of the Ligue Nationale de Handball (LNH) for the 2024-2025 handball season. This partnership aims to strengthen the park's presence in handball and boost its visibility among fans throughout the year. The collaboration builds on the success of Hand Star Week 2024, which recently took place at Futuroscope Park and the Arena Futuroscope.
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Kinjer-OLS winners Grundschule De Kwir experience a magical day at Toverland
Wednesday, 04. September 2024, 11:27
Grundschule De Kwir from Neer celebrated their victory at the Kinjer-OLS with an unforgettable day at the Toverland theme park. The magical outing was the reward for winning the coveted “Ummeke.”
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