We kick off Episode three of our second season with Lauren, Matt, and Leah reminiscing about Potato Patch. Do you remember Potato Patch? Join the pod squad as we discuss everything from boysenberries to industry history. First things first, hands down, Lake Compounce was the very first American amusement park. They opened exactly 100…
You are probably going to notice that Season 3 episode 3 has a different sound to it. Since we have been limiting meetings in the park we recorded the podcast via ZOOM! Our semi-regular pod squad was joined by Vanessa B. from Human Resources to discuss hiring season! Vanessa is part of our HR…
We love a good pun here at Holiday World, and I could think of no better way to introduce the new paint on The Raven than with a little “fowl” humor. If you’re not familiar with our The Raven: Evermore project that involves around 25% of our track, I recommend you check out our announcement…
We jump right into the second episode of season three with feedback and holidays! As a warning, this was the fifth of five episodes recorded that day so Josh, Leah, and Sabrina was running on slap-happy fumes. Since feedback is highly visual, we gathered the feedback we discussed in this episode: The Pod Squad…
Every department is getting really excited to celebrate our 75th, but our merchandise department is going especially over the top. They’ve bombarded us with photos and ideas, and the collection is really impressive this year. Our staff who have seen the commemorative memorabilia seem to have formed a consensus: it’s not a matter of whether…
This episode is so special in my heart. As a past performer, I know how much our entertainment department geeks out over seeing our alums “make it.” And I know the craziness that comes out of live entertainment at theme parks–we could sit around and exchange stories for days. So I brought three past Entertainment…
First of all, we never want to miss a chance to thank our fans for supporting us this summer. It meant the world to us that people continued to visit us even in the middle of a pandemic. We launched Cheetah Chase this summer, knowing that it wouldn’t bring the crowds a new attraction normally…
If you’ve driven through Santa Claus, Indiana recently, you’ve seen it. We had discarded pieces of track in the parking lot for all to see. After many years of comments from our Guests and especially from Coaster Enthusiasts, it’s finally happening: The Raven is getting its moment. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Raven project…
Thank you to everyone who purchased our Thanksgiving To Go Meals! Here’s everything you need to know about picking up your Thanksgiving To Go Feast. If you want the short version, bring a cooler and some ice packs if it’s a long drive, drive up to our “Raven Lot” at the time you picked, and…
As a country, we observe November 11 as a day to thank the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We want to acknowledge our very own team members who have answered the call to serve our country. Thank you! . Our veterans from left to right: Elmer, Maintenance Technician,…
We feel it’s safe to assume that nearly everyone is ready to move on from 2020 so for Episode 23, we welcome Ashley our Director of Marketing, and our Creative Manager Stephen to join us to talk about our plans for our upcoming 75th Anniversary Season! Ashely did a great job explaining the look of…
We are Holiday World and we love holidays! Our full-time staff submitted photos of their families to share with you. Comment below with your favorite Halloween memories or traditions. Each submission gives you a chance to win a family 4 pack of tickets for our 2021 Season! The daughter of Casey our Director of Information…
Episode 22 marked the grand return of Matt E. and Mama Lauren! Matt starts strong with a new response to the icebreaker question that everyone can agree on! Listen here on anywhere podcasts are found (now Amazon Music too!) or clicking below: In May, we created Digital Opening Day, which was therapeutic for us and…
Kitty has been very busy lately. Halloween is her favorite time of the year, and she’s put together all sorts of fun activities for her friends to celebrate Kitty’s Digital HoliWeen. It brings all of the magic of Halloween right to your house. She can’t wait to see everyone back at Holiday World next year,…
Dearest [k]Nights, There were days when we thought this event might be impossible, but we’re so excited that the most fun weekend of the year will soon be upon us! Since many of you are coming from around the country, we want to make sure everyone understands the guidelines that we have set forth in…
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