Newsletter

The largest domestic news this week is Six Flags bringing back park presidents, yet the macro picture is still the Iran war.

Physical spaces that bring people together are the competitive advantage right now.

How rising fuel prices are rippling through the attractions industry — and what operators can do about it

What stood out at the world's largest Halloween trade show.

Jana pushes Six Flags toward a sale. Sesame Workshop sues United Parks. Both stories point to the same problem.

Six of the seven parks will be consolidated into a new regional park chain called Enchanted Parks

Is United Parks a Theme Park Company or a Real Estate Company?

27% margins, $5.1 billion in debt, and a new CEO touring parks for answers.

How a ride operator's lack of training might bankrupt a theme park

Surprising but inevitable; Disney’s new CEO choice would have impressed Aristotle.

Universal Added 2,000 Rooms and Raised Prices 20%

Universal is doubling down on core fans for second Fan Fest Nights

In-person shopping is returning, but only if it’s a good experience.

Six Flags Aims to Refinance $1B

The Environmental Forces Shaping the Attractions Industry in 2026—And the Opportunities They Bring

Why the Middle East's government-owned theme park boom could reshape the industry—without Western operators in control

Why we need more small fast tests of fan engagement

This week is all about the modern haunted house, from theme parks to independent attractions.

What 18 Months of Coverage Reveals About Industry Direction

What 42 Parks Can Teach the Industry About Operational Fundamentals