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WATCH: Bodycam shows aftermath of 6-year-old falling from Fun Spot roller coaster
Read full article: WATCH: Bodycam shows aftermath of 6-year-old falling from Fun Spot roller coasterThe Osceola County Sheriff's Office released body camera videos showing deputies responding to Fun Spot in Kissimmee on Friday after a 6-year-old boy fell from a rollercoaster at the theme park.
Kissimmee Fun Spot ride closed after child injured on rollercoaster, Florida officials confirm
Read full article: Kissimmee Fun Spot ride closed after child injured on rollercoaster, Florida officials confirmA ride at Fun Spot amusement park in Kissimmee is closed after an incident involving a child.
Fun Spot offers $25 day passes for its 25th birthday
Read full article: Fun Spot offers $25 day passes for its 25th birthdayFun Spot and its quaint amusement parks here need no introduction to longtime commercial watchers, but those of us who haven’t yet visited either Central Florida location will soon be able to for less than half the price!
International Drive restaurants, entertainment spots actively hiring but coming up short
Read full article: International Drive restaurants, entertainment spots actively hiring but coming up shortBusinesses in Orlando's tourist district are attempting to staff up for the busy summer season but facing a shortage of applications.
Fun Spot’s new Sky Hawk swing allows riders to fly through the air like a superhero
Read full article: Fun Spot’s new Sky Hawk swing allows riders to fly through the air like a superheroORLANDO, Fla. – You will soon have the chance to feel like a superhero flying through the sky. Fun Spot America said Thursday that it will introduce Sky Hawk to its Orlando park next month. The swing will make 10 revolutions per minute as its tower lights up in purple, magenta, yellow and orange. Ad“We’re excited to offer our guests this thrilling new ride,” said John Arie Jr., CEO of Fun Spot America Theme Parks. Sky Hawk will become the 31st ride at the park, officials said.
Fun Spot America begins first-ever Mardi Gras celebration
Read full article: Fun Spot America begins first-ever Mardi Gras celebrationFun Spot America is beginning its first-ever Mardi Gras festival. All the new fun is joining alongside Fun Spot America’s attractions and games inside the parks. Mardi Gras Festival Apples (Fun Spot America)Officials said every Saturday in both parks, children 12 and under are welcome to line the park for its Children’s Mardi Gras Parade. Fun Spot America Mardi Gras photo ops (Fun Spot America)The escape room will be open on weekends, but officials said it could open on select weekdays through April 11. Fun Spot America is committed to the health and safety of its guests.
ICON Park, Gatorland, Fun Spot America receive initial approval from tourism working group
Read full article: ICON Park, Gatorland, Fun Spot America receive initial approval from tourism working groupICON Park, Gatorland, Fun Spot America receive initial approval from tourism working groupPublished: May 20, 2020, 7:22 pmNearly a dozen other area attractions will seek approval for reopening from county leadership before plans are submitted to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Here’s what Fun Spot, Gatorland, Icon Park want to do to keep you safe
Read full article: Here’s what Fun Spot, Gatorland, Icon Park want to do to keep you safeORLANDO, Fla. – Some of Orange County’s smaller attractions said they have strong guidelines in place for keeping guests safe, and they want to open by the end of the week. Leaders from Fun Spot America, Gatorland and Icon Park presented their plans to the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force on Monday. “Our priority is number one the customer’s safety comes first,” said Chris Jaskiewicz with Icon Park. “Keep things clean and keep people healthy.”All three parks have been closed amid the coronavirus pandemic. “Our goal is to seek approval from the task force and from Mayor Demings and open our park this Saturday, May 23,” said Mark McHugh with Gatorland.