Theme park news: California reopening push / SeaWorld San Diego Halloween / Swan & Dolphin layoffs
California cities want Gov. Newsom to allow theme parks in the ste to reopen, and the parks themselves are becoming more critical of the governor.
California theme parks lobby for reopening
The California Attractions and Parks Association is calling on Gov. Gavin Newsom to issue reopening guidelines for theme parks in the state.
Knott’s Berry Farm announces Taste of Fall-O-Ween food festival
This is the third food festival event Knott's has run in 2020 as the COVID-19 pandemic keeps theme park rides shut down in California.
Theme parks left out of California’s new COVID-19 reopening plans
"It is a very dynamic conversation, and so we didn't include it in the update today,” said California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
California theme parks get creative with partial reopenings
Theme parks can't fully reopen in California, but they're finding ways to welcome back guests without rides or attractions.
Cedar Fair not closing door on reopening Knott’s Berry Farm in 2020
2020 may see a reopening of Knott's Berry Farm "with a little luck," according to its parent company Cedar Fair.
Knott’s Scary Farm canceled, but new ride will debut whenever park fully reopens
Knott's Berry Farm is canceling its annual Halloween event due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The next Knott’s Berry Farm food festival opens more of the park, but not the rides
The Taste of Knott's festival will run Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from Aug. 21 through Sept. 13.
Theme park attendance in 2019
Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Park once again topped the list of most-visited theme parks in the world.