21
Sep
Saudi Entertainment Ventures, part of the country’s public investment fund, has announced the construction of a new SAR 1.1 billion ($293 million) entertainment destination near the Saudi city of Yanbu.
Located on Al Nawras Island’s Red Sea Promenade, the venue spans over 36,000 square meters... read more
13
Sep
The 3rd Saudi Entertainment Expo and Summit opened last week at the Frontline Exhibition Center in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia.
There was a large number of registered visitors from Saudi Arabia. Inevitably, as the travel embargo is effective for many people, there are... read more
28
Jun
Qatar’s first-ever indoor theme park – Quest is set to open its doors later this week.
Quest is located inside the Doha Oasis project in Mushaireb covering over 25,000 sqm of space for rides, entertainment, F&B as well as retail.
The park is divided into three time-dimensions: Oryxville, a... read more
11
Jul
The popular FEC operator Dave & Buster expanded and acquired Main Event from Ardent Leisure Group and RedBird Capital Partners.
The boards of both parties have unanimously approved the transaction, with current Main Event CEO Chris Morris appointed CEO of Dave & Buster’s and a... read more
26
Aug
The entertainment industry in the United Arab Emirates continues to show signs of recovery from the epidemic, said the president of one of the largest operating companies in the region.
Alain Bejjani, CEO of retail and entertainment firm Majid Al Futtaim Holding, reports that current... read more
10
Jan
A new large indoor FEC has opened in a shopping mall in Malaysia.
Located at Toppen Mall in Johor, Game On offers a variety of attractions within its vast space, including cable cars, slides, trampolines, climbing walls, balloons and obstacle courses.
The complex also includes an... read more
23
Apr
World USA inflatable location opens in Kingston, North Carolina.
There will be a variety of rides including bouncy castles, soft play and arcade games. Depending on your wishes and availability, playing time can be paid on site or reserved online.
Party and event rooms are available... read more
26
Mar
Another world-class attraction has opened in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
The space racing adventure will include a variety of different activities, including virtual reality rides, go-karts, laser tag and miniature golf.
General Manager Klaus Machen outfitted the 22,000-square-foot space after visiting the IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Florida,... read more
16
Apr
Australia’s JobKeeper program is designed to help companies retain employees during work stoppages. The program has been completed, so the arcade operators are struggling.
AMOAQ president Mark Schneider wrote in the business magazine NAMOA Collector that restrictions on the virus will continue within 12 months.... read more
27
Jan
The children’s amusement industry has developed rapidly in recent years. With the improvement of people’s consumption level, the children’s amusement industry will usher in a golden period. The large increase in the number of newborns will also bring a boost to the development of... read more