Press Releases
ALABAMA ADVENTURE TO OPEN FOR DAILY OPERATION FRIDAY, MAY 27
ALABAMA ADVENTURE OPENS BUZZSAW FALLS SATURDAY, MAY 28
ALABAMA ADVENTURE PARTNERS WITH SPECIAL OLYMPICS FOR 2011 GAMES
ALABAMA ADVENTURE PROVIDES RELIEF FOR LOCAL COMMUNITY
ALABAMA ADVENTURE POSTPONES OPENING DAY
ALABAMA ADVENTURE INTRODUCES
2011 FIRST FINANCIAL BANK CONCERT SERIES
ALABAMA ADVENTURE JOB FAIR SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 5
ALABAMA ADVENTURE BREAKS GROUND ON BUZZSAW FALLS
ALABAMA ADVENTURE ANNOUNCES NEW RIDE “BUZZSAW FALLS”
BOB THE BUILDER, CURIOUS GEORGE, AND CLIFFORD
THE BIG RED DOG JOIN CAST AT ALABAMA ADVENTURE
ALABAMA ADVENTURE MAKES A SPLASH WITH 2011
“NAME THE RIDE CONTEST”
ALABAMA ADVENTURE DONATES OVER $6,800 TO RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL TO RECEIVE DONATION
ALABAMA ADVENTURE TO OPEN FOR DAILY
OPERATION FRIDAY, MAY 27
Alabama’s Largest Theme Park and Water Park Will Open for Daily Operation
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure Water and Theme Park opens for daily operation on Friday, May 27 at 10:30 am, with all of the park’s exciting rides including the top ranked wooden coaster, Rampage, the wet and wild UpSurge!, and BUZZSAW FALLS, Alabama Adventure’s newest family water thrill ride. If you are looking for somewhere to enjoy the summer and cool off, Alabama Adventure is perfect for the whole family and so close to home. More than one million people are less than a tank of gas away from Alabama’s largest Water and Theme Park, located just 16 miles southwest of Birmingham. “2011 is going to be our most thrilling year ever at the park, with the opening of BUZZSAW FALLS,” said Alabama Adventure General Manager, EJ Randolph.
The best way to enjoy all of your favorite Alabama Adventure rides, shows and attractions is to purchase a 2011 Season Pass. “The sooner you buy, the better your deal,” said Randolph. A 2011 Season Pass is good for unlimited visits to Alabama Adventure Water and Theme Park all season long, including every concert and every special event. Get yours for only $49.99 each when you buy two or more. This offer ends Tuesday, May 31.
For more information on Alabama Adventure, please call 205-481-4750 or visit www.AlabamaAdventure.com.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE OPENS BUZZSAW FALLS
SATURDAY, MAY 28
Local Theme Park Opens Newest Family Water Thrill Ride-
First Major Expansion Since 2005
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure Water and Theme Park is proud to announce the opening of BUZZSAW FALLS, a water thrill ride for the entire family on Saturday, May 28 at 10:30am. BUZZSAW FALLS, the first major ride expansion since 2005, is sure to keep guests both cool and thrilled, as riders plunge down a five-story, heart pounding chute for a massive splash. Enormous waves of water will shoot in the air as riders make their final descent splashing into a pool of water, soaking both riders and onlookers. “Alabama Adventure is thrilled about the newest expansion, BUZZSAW FALLS. We look forward to all of our guests getting soaked by our great new ride,” said EJ Randolph, General Manager of Alabama Adventure.
Season Pass Holders from around the region will have the opportunity to preview BUZZSAW FALLS at Alabama Adventure on Friday, May 27 at 6:00pm during an exclusive first ride time. BUZZSAW FALLS will open to the general public Saturday, May 28 at 10:30am.
For more information on Alabama Adventure, please call 205-481-4750 or visit www.AlabamaAdventure.com.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE PARTNERS WITH
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
FOR 2011 GAMES
Park to host the third annual lighting of the “Flame of Hope” and start of 2011 Torch Run
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure is proud to salute Alabama Law Enforcement and Special Olympics Alabama by hosting the kickoff of the 2011 Alabama Law Enforcement Torch Run for the third year. This year’s kickoff is scheduled for Saturday, May 14 at 10:00am with the lighting of the “Flame of Hope” at the Front Gate and a torch run through the park. “Alabama Adventure is excited to host the start of the Torch Run for the third year and help law enforcement officers raise money for such a great cause, Special Olympics,” said EJ Randolph, General Manager of Alabama Adventure.
Special Olympics is a charitable organization that provides free, year-round sports training and competition for adults and children with intellectual disabilities. The Torch Run is one of its largest grassroots fundraisers. Officers raise money and then run one to four-mile legs of the race, which ends at the Opening Ceremonies of the Special Olympic Alabama Games.
As a show of support, Alabama Adventure is donating $2 of every ticket purchased and $3 of every Season Pass purchased on Saturday, May 14 to Alabama Law Enforcement and Special Olympics Alabama. Alabama Adventure will also sell Torch Run t-shirts at the Front Gate. Purchasers of the t-shirts will receive $10 off General Admission price that day.
Media are invited to video and photograph the lighting of the Flame of Hope and the run through Alabama Adventure on Saturday, May 14 at 10:00am. Organizers from Alabama Law Enforcement and Special Olympics Alabama will also be on hand to answer questions.
For more information on the Alabama Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Alabama, please visit www.alabamaletr.com. For more information on Alabama Adventure, please visit www.AlabamaAdventure.com or call 205-481-4750.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE PROVIDES RELIEF FOR
LOCAL COMMUNITY
Local Theme Park Collects Relief Items for Storm Victims
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure Water and Theme Park and Clear Channel Radio of Birmingham are teaming up to provide relief to the Birmingham Metro Area Community. $10 from each ticket sold this weekend, Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8 will be donated to the American Red Cross. A drop off point will be set up in Alabama Adventure’s parking lot where people may donate any items needed for local relief efforts. Relief items included: bottled water, toiletries, non-perishable food items, hand sanitizer, paper products, batteries, flashlights, and blankets. Alabama Adventure will also provide donors with $10 off general admission and free parking. Season Pass holders are encouraged to bring donation items. In addition, Alabama Adventure will accept relief item donations at their office at 5051 Prince Street starting Monday, May 2 through Friday, May 6 during business hours, 9 am to 5 pm, or at the Main Gate during operating hours.
“Alabama Adventure wants to help our community in recovery efforts,” said Alicia Rohan, park spokesperson for Alabama Adventure. Donations will be accepted through the weekend and donated to the American Red Cross. Guests who purchase tickets online will also be given an opportunity to contribute. 100% of the donations will go to the American Red Cross.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE POSTPONES OPENING DAY
Opening Day is Saturday, May 7 for Local Theme Park
(Bessemer, AL) – Due to this week’s events in the Birmingham Metro Area, Alabama Adventure will open for the 2011 season on Saturday, May 7 at 10:30 am. “Our thoughts and prayers are with our employees, their families, and the communities affected by yesterday’s weather,” states EJ Randolph, General Manager at Alabama Adventure.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE INTRODUCES 2011 FIRST FINANCIAL BANK CONCERT SERIES
Concert Line for Local Theme Park Presents Exciting New Talent
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure is kicking off the summer with a great concert line up with music and entertainment for the whole family. The 2011 First Financial Bank Concert Series will host:
| June 11 | Skillet |
| June 18 | Gloriana |
| June 25 | Smash Mouth |
| July 16 | Jo Dee Messina |
| July 23 | Never Shout Never |
| July 30 | Mike Posner |
| August 6 | Allstar Weekend |
| August 27 | The Ready Set |
Most concerts start at 8pm in the Coca-Cola Amphitheater. Admission to Alabama Adventure includes all rides and attractions in the Theme Park and Splash Beach Water Park, admission to the First Financial Bank Concert Series and shows in the Star Theater. 2011 Season Passes on sale now for only $49.99 each when you buy 2 or more. This is a limited time offer. For more information, please visit www.alabamaadventure.com or call (205)481-4750.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE JOB FAIR SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 5
Local Theme Park Holds Job Fair for Summer Employment
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure, the state’s largest seasonal employer, will host a job fair on March 5, 2010 from 10 am until 3 pm. The job fair will be held at Alabama Adventure’s main entrance, located at 4599 Alabama Adventure Parkway in Bessemer. Alabama Adventure managers are seeking to fill a variety of positions including Lifeguards, Ride Attendants, Food Services, Guest Services and many more. Interested applicants should apply in person at the job fair. Please come dressed appropriately and prepared for a job interview.
For more information on employment and Alabama Adventure’s most thrilling season ever, please visit www.alabamaadventure.com or call 205-481-4750.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE BREAKS GROUND ON BUZZSAW FALLS
Local Theme Park Expands with Ground Breaking of Major New Attraction
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure breaks ground at BUZZSAW FALLS, the new water thrill ride in the Theme Park. The first major ride expansion since 2005 is expected to be completed in the spring of 2011. BUZZSAW FALLS will add excitement and thrill to Alabama’s largest Water and Theme Park. “Alabama Adventure is growing and providing more fun and entertainment for all ages. With the extension of the park and the addition of BUZZSAW FALLS, we look forward to having a successful season filled with excitement for the entire family,” says General Manager, EJ Randolph.
BUZZSAW FALLS is sure to keep guests both cool and thrilled, as riders plunge down a five story, heart pounding chute for a massive splash. Enormous sheets of water will shoot in the air as riders make their final descent splashing into a pool of water soaking both riders and on lookers.
Alabama Adventure 2011 Season Passes are on sale for a limited time, only $49.99 when you buy four or more, plus get one free Locker and Tube Rental Season Pass with each Family Four Pack purchased. For more information on Alabama Adventure’s most thrilling season ever, please visit www.alabamaadventure.com or call 205-481-4750.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE ANNOUNCES
NEW RIDE
“BUZZSAW FALLS”
Local Theme Park Expands with New Water Thrill Ride
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure is excited to announce the addition of “BuzzSaw Falls”, a family water thrill ride in the theme park. The major expansion is sure to keep guests both cool and thrilled, as riders plunge down a five story, heart pounding chute for a massive splash. Enormous sheets of water will shoot in the air as riders make their final descent splashing into a pool of water soaking both riders and on lookers. In preparation of the new ride, Alabama Adventure offered a chance to the community to “Name the Ride”. An anonymous winner submitted “BuzzSaw Falls”. Alabama Adventure is donating the grand prize package to Ronald McDonald House Charities. The grand prize package contains four 2011 Season Passes, a rentals season pass, a parking season pass and a chance for three to four families staying in the Birmingham Ronald McDonald House to be among the first to ride the new BuzzSaw Falls. “Alabama Adventure is absolutely thrilled about the addition of ‘BuzzSaw Falls’. We are looking to a great season in 2011 with plenty of fun and thrills for the whole family, including our Concert Series, theme park and water park,” says General Manager, EJ Randolph.
For more information on Alabama Adventure’s most thrilling season ever, please visit www.alabamaadventure.com or call 205-481-4750.
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BOB THE BUILDER, CURIOUS GEORGE, AND CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG JOIN CAST AT ALABAMA ADVENTURE
Alabama Adventure’s Star Theater to Host 3 Top Name Characters
(Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure announces the summer 2011 show line up for the Star Theater. The season will kick off June 11, 2011 with a family filled adventure, “Swingin’ Safari” featuring Curious George. Next, join Bob the Builder starting July 2, 2011 with the show, “A Whole Lot of Buildin’ Goin’ On.” Finally, Clifford the Big Red Dog will perform starting July 23, 2011 in “Superstar Funfest.” All shows will run three times per day with shows six days a week. (No shows on Tuesdays.)
“Swingin’ Safari” featuring Curious George will run June 11, 2011 through July 1, 2011. Join Safari Sam and Jungle Jenny as they use the power of imagination to take the audience on a fun filled adventure through the African Jungle. This non-stop song and dance spectacular incorporates plenty of audience participation that is guaranteed to entertain young and old alike. Grab your camera and binoculars and get ready for SWINGIN' SAFARI!
Starting July 2, 2011, running through July 22, 2011, Bob the Builder joins us in a fun filled show, “A Whole Lot of Buildin’ Goin’ On.” Bob the Builder and two members of his Can-Do crew need some help from all the builders in the audience for this very special project. With a little singing, dancing, building and a whole lot of fun, this team is sure to get the job done. Can we build it, YES WE CAN! “It’s A Whole Lot of Buildin’ Goin’ on Starring Bob the Builder!”
Join us July 23, 2001 through August 7, 2011 at Alabama Adventure’s Star Theater on a fun-filled musical celebration. Two SUPERSTAR hosts will play games, sing songs, and have everyone dancing as they try to find the recipe for the perfect summer celebration. As we say good-bye to our SUPERSTAR pals everyone gets a chance to join in the finale with a FUN-TASTIC rendition of “Celebration”! This superstar spectacular will have the kids singing and dancing their hearts out.
Alabama Adventure’s Star Theater is an indoor entertainment facility located on Celebration Street. The air conditioned facility holds up to 150 guests. Alabama Adventure 2011 Season Passes are on sale now for only $49.99 plus tax when you buy 2 or more. For more information, please visit www.alabamaadventure.com or call 205-481-4750.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE MAKES A SPLASH WITH 2011
“NAME THE RIDE CONTEST”
Local Theme Park Adds a Major New Attraction for 2011 (Bessemer, AL) – Alabama Adventure, Alabama’s Largest Water and Theme Park is pleased to announce the most exciting addition to the Theme Park in years with a Shoot-the-Chute water attraction ride. The major expansion is sure to keep guests both cool and thrilled, as riders plunge down a five story, heart pounding chute for a massive splash. Enormous sheets of water will shoot in the air as riders make their final descent splashing into a pool of water soaking both riders and on lookers. In preparation of the new ride, Alabama Adventure is offering a chance to the community to “Name the Ride”. “Alabama Adventure is absolutely thrilled about this new addition. We are looking to get the community involved and need their help naming this great attraction,” says General Manager, EJ Randolph.
A panel of judges will select the ride name that best fits the park and community, where one lucky winner will get a grand prize package of four season passes to Alabama Adventure Water and Theme Park, one Parking/ Rentals Season Pass for the park, and be among the first to ride the new ride with 10 of their friends. The contest begins Wednesday, November 3 and will run through Wednesday, November 17. To enter, please CLICK HERE.
For more information on Alabama Adventure and for contest rules and regulations, please visit CLICK HERE or call 205-481-4750.
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ALABAMA ADVENTURE DONATES OVER $6,800
TO BIRMINGHAM RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE
Birmingham, AL – Alabama Adventure is donating over $6,800 to the Ronald McDonald House. The check presentation will be September 22 at 10 a.m. at the Ronald McDonald House (1700 4th Avenue South Birmingham, AL). Alabama Adventure partnered with the local area McDonald’s restaurants for a summer promotion to raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House.
Proceeds from Alabama Adventure will provide operational support for Birmingham’s Ronald McDonald House, a home-away-from-home for sick and injured children and their families who must travel to Birmingham to receive medical treatment. Families donate between $5-$10 per night per room for services that cost $65.00 per night per room to provide.
The money donated by Alabama Adventure will help provide about 104 nights at the Ronald McDonald House.
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CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL TO RECEIVE DONATION
FROM LOCAL WATER & THEME PARK
Miracle Makers Weekend a Success at Alabama Adventure
(Bessemer, AL) – Miracle Makers Weekend at Alabama Adventure proves to be a success for both the park and Children’s Hospital of Alabama. The local Water and Theme Park is donating $11,875 raised from ticket sales on Labor Day Weekend. Alabama Adventure helped kickoff Miracles Makers Month with a “Weekend of Fun, Music, and Caring.” Alabama Adventure General Manager, EJ Randolph states, “It is important to be a part of this great community and give back. Children’s Hospital has been a great partner for Alabama Adventure. We hope to continue to raise money for such a great cause through Miracle Makers Weekend.”
Miracle Makers Weekend featured music from Josh Golden on Saturday, September 4 and Rodney Atkins on Sunday, September 5. Ticket sales for the weekend contributed to the donation made to Children’s Hospital of Alabama.
Miracle Makers Month is a statewide fundraising and awareness campaign for Children’s Hospital of Alabama. September has been designated as the focus of this year’s fund raising efforts, with a goal to raise $100,000 to benefit children in all counties of Alabama.
The check presentation will be Friday, September 24 at 2:00pm at Children’s Hospital of Alabama during the radio-a-thon.
For more information on Alabama Adventure, visit www.alabamaadventure.com or call 205-481-4750. For more information on Miracle Maker’s Month supporting Children’s Hospital of Alabama, www.miraclemakersmonth.org.
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