Current News – 2022
Amusement Today Magazine - Houston’s Traders Village Adds Two Attractions
Sedgwick County Zoo On Track with New Electric C.P. Huntington TrainsThe Sedgwick County Zoo introduced two brand-new lithium-ion battery-powered Electric C.P. Huntington Trains from Chance Rides. The inaugural trip officially started on July 22 at the zoo after a ribbon cutting ceremony.
Magic Times Two Delivered to Traders Village Houston“Providing a memorable family experience has always been top priority at Trader’s Village,” Lee Ann Murray, Senior Marketing Director, stated. “When we decided to expand our ride offerings at our Houston market, we wanted to add a ride that was popular for all ages. The Yo-Yo fit perfectly, an old school, high-flying, incredibly fun ride. And who doesn’t love a carousel. Our 2022 Americana Carousel is a work of art, with hand-painted majestic wildlife figures, that makes it a visually stunning addition. We worked with Chance Rides in our other markets and knew they could deliver not only the ride and service, but the experience we wanted for our guests.”
Birmingham Zoo Announces New Train ArrivalThe Birmingham Zoo welcomed the arrival of its newest Red Diamond Express train. The new state-of the-art, electric, battery-powered train made by Chance Rides was donated by Red Diamond.
New Electric Train Accepting Passengers at Hattiesburg ZooA ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Friday for the Hattiesburg Zoo’s new all-electric train.“This electric train will add to the extraordinary experience that our visitors have at the Hattiesburg Zoo, while enhancing our commitment to reduce our environmental footprint,” said Rick Taylor, Executive Director of the Hattiesburg Convention Commission, which oversees and manages the zoo. “As we looked to upgrade our much-loved diesel train, it was the natural next step to choose a green path forward, by selecting a fully electric, zero-emissions, clean energy train to transport our visitors around the Zoo.”
High Point, North Carolina Children’s Museum to Feature Double-Decker CarouselThe Board of Directors for the Nido & Mariana Qubein Children’s Museum, opening in fall 2021, is excited to announce a major addition to the museum: a themed double-decker carousel. This two-story carousel carries 76 children and adults at a time. Families will ride together and choose among chariots, fantasy horses and other whimsical wildlife including dolphins, alligators and seahorses.
