Theme parks looking to hire more workers to return to normal operating hours
By Sierra Fox
Theme parks across the country are experiencing worker shortages, including family favorites right here in the DMV.
While families are excited to return to "normal" activities this summer, hiring challenges may make it more difficult to visit some theme parks.
Kings Dominion is closed on select weekdays and hours are shorter compared to previous years. Busch Gardens is open daily, but also operating at shorter hours.
Dennis Speigel, Owner & Founder of International Theme Park Services, said some of this is driven by COVID-19 and some of it is parent-driven since high school and college students typically work at the parks.