May 31, 2022 – “Ripley’s Believe It or Not!” has been a household phrase since 1918—sparking curiosity and reminding families of memories made while experiencing the wonder of Ripley’s Odditoriums. But in 1997, Ripley’s took its greatest step towards diversifying the Company’s brand of attractions—diving into the aquarium world. Breaking ground in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, the company now celebrates 25 years of memories at Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach!

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach paved the way for two subsequent world-class facilities in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and Toronto, Canada, each committed to promoting an awareness of conservation and providing guests of all ages with a fun, interactive experience that connects visitors to the world around them.

Setting the standard for the company’s Aquarium ventures, Myrtle Beach is also a hub for scientific research. In 2020, Ripley’s opened its Marine Science Research Center to help sustain a superior level of animal care and facilitate research. This state-of-the-art facility, along with its Husbandry team, has already made waves by producing the world’s first successful birth by artificial insemination of a sand tiger shark.

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach’s largest expansion, the addition of the Penguin Playhouse, a 5,500 square foot habitat with floor to ceiling viewing glass, a penguin nursery, and classrooms, also welcomed fresh faces to the Aquarium. Two African penguin chicks, Egerton (2020) and Plyler (2021), have both been born at the Aquarium. These births push the Aquarium toward their goal of “three chicks in three years” as a part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan to help save endangered animals.

From births, to construction, and scientific milestones, a new era of unbelievable opened at Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach 25 years ago. Ripley’s invites visitors to celebrate with them on June 13, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a party on the Plaza and special engagements inside the Aquarium. Visitors are also encouraged to share their memories old and new on social media!

To learn more about Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach, visit www.ripleyaquariums.com/myrtlebeach

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Media contact:
Alex McMinn
Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach
(843) 916-0888 x3250
amcminn@ripleys.com

About Ripley Entertainment
Built on the foundation of a daily newspaper cartoon in 1918 — still in print today — Ripley Entertainment has grown to be a world leader in family entertainment, expanding to include more than 100 attractions in 10 countries around the world. Along with Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, Guinness World Records Attractions, Aquariums, WaxWorks, traveling shows, and miniature golf, the world of Ripley’s continues to grow through exciting new experiences, content, and books for all ages. Learn more about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! by visiting Ripleys.com and following on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.

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Grand Prairie, TX (June 25, 2019) – Yoga? Goats? Mimosas? Mark your calendars because Ripley’s Believe It or Not! at the Palace in Grand Prairie is stepping up the strange and unusual with a Goat Yoga Brunch on Saturday, July 13th at 9am.

This is not a traditional yoga experience. Goat Yoga is Animal-Assisted Therapy in a natural environment with an unexpectedly intelligent, social, and extremely cuddly animal…a Goat!

Believe It or Not!, the Palace has been surprising guests with the unique and odd for 30 years. To kick off the celebration, join Dallas Goat Yoga instructor, Amanda Henderson from Goat Yoga Richardson for some fitness, fun, and furry companionship on Saturday, July 13th, starting at 9am.

9am – 10am Brunch for guests (must be 21+ with valid I.D. to consume mimosas)

10am – 11am Goat Yoga Class (goats and mats provided)

11am – 9pm Open access to Ripley’s attractions

An all-inclusive ticket to this event for adults is $40, children 4-12 are $30, and children 3 and under are free. You can purchase tickets online at Tickets.Ripleys.com/GrandPrairie/ or at 601 E Palace Pkwy, Grand Prairie, TX 75050.

Additionally, guests who purchase an all-inclusive ticket to this event will have access to Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, Louis Tussaud’s WaxWorks, Ripley’s 4D Moving Theater, Ripley’s Impossible LaseRace, and Ripley’s Enchanted Mirror Maze.

For more information about this event, please visit Facebook.com/RipleysGrandPrairie.

ABOUT GOAT YOGA RICHARDSON

Goat Yoga Richardson is an organization that combines the reward of fitness and the cuteness of goats. This session will help relieve stress and make your visit unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Welcome to all yogi levels and experience. Check out video and more photos on their website at goatyogarichardson.com/.

ABOUT THE PALACE

One of Ripley’s most iconic façades is the Palace in Grand Prairie, Texas. A building inspired by the Taj-Mahal in India, guests can enjoy the stunning landscape, endless eye-popping exhibits, and celebrated wax figures. For more history on the Palace, visit Ripleys.com/Weird-News/

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Media Contact
Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
Smagala@ripleys.com
Office: 407-345-8010

Rachel Rotella
General Manager
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Grand Prairie
cruz@ripleys.com
Office: 972-263-2391

About Ripley Entertainment
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. (www.ripleys.com) family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment.  More than 14 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 10 countries each year. In addition to its 30 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada.

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For Immediate Release:

Branson, MO (May 9, 2019) – Believe It or Not! 2019 is a big year in the world of weird! Ripley’s Believe It or Not celebrates a 100-year anniversary of oddity and here in Branson, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! celebrates its 25^th anniversary!

March 14, 1994 was the opening day for Believe It or Not! Branson Odditorium. To honor this milestone 25-year anniversary, the attraction will be offering special promos, events and exhibits this season to celebrate. Currently you can save 25% off single attraction tickets online for Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Branson with the promotional code BION25. Be sure to check online for more info: www.ripleys.com/branson.

“We are going to be having an Unbelievable amount of fun this year” says John Dixon, General Manager of Believe It or Not! Branson.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is celebrating its 100th anniversary! A centennial anniversary is an amazing milestone that few companies can say they have achieved. “Believe It or Not!”, a phrase you likely hear daily was coined by Robert Ripley. 100 years later, “Believe It or Not!” remains a part of our lexicon, but what about the man behind the phrase? Ripley was famous for his world travels and regaling his readers with tales of far-flung places. Ripley traveled to more than 200 countries in 35 years seeking the odd, the unusual, and the unexplained.

Today, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! has evolved into a global family entertainment company with over 100 attractions in ten countries, and have robust media, entertainment, publishing and licensing divisions.

Congratulations, Branson!

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Media Contact

John Dixon
General Manager
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Branson
dixon@ripleys.com
Office: (417) 337-5300 ext. 4610

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
O: 407-345-8010 C: 727-439-0136
smagala@ripleys.com

About Ripley Entertainment
Ripley Aquariums is part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. (www.ripleys.com) family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 14 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 10 countries each year. In addition to its 30 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada.

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Ripley’s opened in 1988, and in 2008 expanded into the building next door to increase the footprint and make room for additional attractions. Today, Ripley’s San Antonio has a Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium, Louis Tussaud’s WaxWorks, 4D Moving Theater, and a Cargo Hold Gift Shop.

Ripley’s is proud to have employed so many people during their 30 years in business.

ODDEST CAKE CONTEST

What

Two groups will be competing for the title of Oddest Cake: Students & Professionals. Cakes will be judged on creativity, originality, presentation, and must be 100% edible.

Prizes

There will be a first and second place winner for each category with substantial prize money on the line:

• 1^st Place: $1,000
• 2^nd Place: $400

Each participant will also receive a six-pack of tickets to the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium, Louis Tussaud’s WaxWorks, and 4D Moving Theater ­– a $195 value.

 When & Where

Judging will take place at the Louis Tussaud’s Wax Works at 301 Alamo Plaza at 11:30 am on June 21^st. Cupcakes will be provided by Nadler’s Bakery & Deli and served during judging.

Along with an “Odd Cake,” each participant must bake a complimentary sheet cake or cupcakes. The confections will be served during the birthday celebration on Friday and Saturday, June 22^nd and 23^rd where Ripley’s will be having free live performances by Red Clown and Friends in the lobby at 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.

The winning cakes will be on display for the next week in the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium.
*Complimentary cake and cupcakes available while supplies last.

CELEBRATE 30 WITH 30% OFF

In honor of their 30^th anniversary, Ripley’s is offering 30% off their 3-Way Combo Special. Just use promo code “30Years” at checkout. Offer is good from June 21^st – 25^th and is not valid with any other offer or discount.

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MEDIA CONTACTS

Clay Stewart
Regional Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
stewart@ripleys.com
210-224-9299

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
smagala@ripleys.com
Office: 407-345-8010 Cell: 727-439-0136

About Ripley Entertainment
The Ripley Entertainment Inc. (www.ripleys.com) family of worldwide attractions is a global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 14 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 11 countries each year. In addition to its 30 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada.

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