Subject:
|
PRESS RELEASE- LEGO Maniac Convention, Soccer Tournament, New Rides Coming to LEGOLAND This Year
|
Newsgroups:
|
lugnet.general
|
Followup-To:
|
lugnet.legoland.california
|
Date:
|
Fri, 4 Feb 2000 18:07:28 GMT
|
Viewed:
|
2015 times
|
| |
|
|
Howdy all-
It looks like it is going to be a fun year at Legoland California..... Some
noteworthy items mentioned: anniversary collectable giveaway items; soccer
national truck tour; and the LEGO Maniacs Convention (already mentioned on
Lugnet). I just might have to extend my yearly pass....
Chet
PS- Official Press Release Follows
---------------------------------------------
LEGO Maniac Convention, Soccer Tournament, New Rides Coming to LEGOLAND This
Year
CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The new millennium is bringing a year
packed with new adventures to LEGOLAND(R) California. The 128-acre family theme
Park marks its one-year anniversary in March, and continues the cele-BRICK-tion
throughout the year with new reasons to come back and explore the popular
"country just for kids." The following is a rundown of 2000 shows and events:
"Taking the World By Storm" - February 18 through April 30
LEGO(R) Show Place theater, The Imagination Zone
LEGOLAND presents this exciting and entertaining look at weather by Mad
Science(TM). Inside the LEGO(R) Show Place, wacky Mad Scientists Professor
Pruvitt and Crash must give their new invention -- the Weathermaker 3000 -- its
first test run in order to save the world from its current weather crisis. Live
action, hands-on fun, spectacular theatrical effects and computer animation
combine to make this an entertaining and educational show.
One Year Anniversary Celebration - March 18-20
It's been a year since LEGOLAND California opened its doors to eager families.
Park guests can help mark the anniversary at a special three-day birthday cele-
BRICK-tion March 18-20. The fun includes free birthday cake, a limited number
of collectable giveaway items each day and the chance to help build a giant LEGO
brick birthday cake. Guests will make a donation to buy bricks to build the
cake, sign the bricks, and help raise funds for an area children's charity.
Spring Break - LEGOLAND Style! - April 1-30
Kids of all ages will be heading to the Park for a welcome break from school --
and a fun new way to learn. Extended hours kick in April 8, and allow guests
nine solid hours of adventure daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Memorial Day Weekend - May 26-29
The long holiday weekend that signals summer's just around the corner will give
guests at LEGOLAND a real lift. Two new Kid Power Towers, the 30-foot tall
attractions that allow kids of all ages to hoist themselves up the tower for a
panoramic view of the ocean and surrounding area, will officially open. Park
hours will be 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
LEGO Soccer Launch - June 8-11
LEGOLAND teams up with Major League Soccer to launch the new LEGO Soccer line of
interactive play. A national truck tour kicks off the festivities which will
include soccer tournament action and a chance to meet some pros.
Summer Fun - June 17 through September 4
LEGOLAND is the ultimate in family summer fun. Guests can cool down by riding
the first water ride of its kind, the AQUAZONE, and then stay late to see how
the Park lights up the summer night. Once the sun goes down it's a whole new
land, and new summer fun begins. Nightly extravaganzas and special surprises
make evening hours a brand new experience in LEGOLAND fun. Summer hours, 9 a.m.
- 9 p.m., begin June 19 and go through September 4.
Fourth of July Cele-BRICK-tion
A star-spangled salute to American Independence Day will culminate in a
patriotic show to light the summer night with color and excitement.
LEGO Maniac Convention - July 8-16
In the first ever LEGO Maniacs Convention, LEGO enthusiasts will gather at the
Carlsbad Park for a full week of fun and excitement. Among the activities being
planned are a building competition, the chance to meet Master LEGO model
builders and lots of opportunities to exchange building tips with peers.
Galactic Challenge - September 22-24
The "Search for the Most Imaginative Builder in the Galaxy" will culminate with
a global competition held at LEGOLAND. Created by the LEGO Company and
Lucasfilm Ltd., this competition is designed to inspire both children and adults
to think about what life will be like in the next millennium. It's the first-
ever contest designed by LEGO that invites people of all ages -- both children
and adults -- to enter, and encourages them to think about innovative solutions
for the future.
BRICK-or-Treat - October 14-31
Celebrate Halloween LEGOLAND style. Friendly, whimsical ghosts, LEGO brick
witches and an official Boo Crew will help scare up a little fun when the Park
kicks off its second annual BRICK-or-Treat celebration. Daily dress-up parades
and themeing throughout the Park make Halloween fun and safe for the younger
crowd.
2nd Annual LEGOLAND Partners in Learning Grant - November 17
In a special ceremony at the Park, LEGOLAND(R) salutes National Education Week
and honors community leaders. The Partners in Learning program honors one
creatively academic program with a $20,000 education grant for a specific
proposed plan. The program also honors mentors who have been nominated by the
people they help. These "Heart of Learning" honorees take home a huge LEGO(R)
brick apple honoring them for fostering a love of learning in youngsters.
2nd Annual Holiday Block Party - November 23 -- January 1, 2001
Strolling carolers and holiday themed shows make LEGOLAND a festive place to
celebrate a new family tradition. The signature colorful LEGOLAND Santa will be
back to spread holiday cheer, while miles of garland and lights will transform
the Park into a magical wonderland.
SOURCE LEGOLAND
CO: LEGOLAND
ST: California
IN: ENT
SU:
02/03/2000 18:31 EST http://www.prnewswire.com
|
|
1 Message in This Thread:
- Entire Thread on One Page:
- Nested:
All | Brief | Compact | Dots
Linear:
All | Brief | Compact
|
|
|
|
