‘Worlds of Fun’ Employees Vote Overwhelmingly to Be part of IATSE Local 31 in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, MO – In a victory for leisure employees within the area, workers at Worlds of Fun amusement park in Kansas City voted 21–1 on July 7, 2026 to hitch the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 31. The newly shaped bargaining unit covers 37 employees throughout Technical Services, Wardrobe and Stitchers, Costumes, and Creative Services.

The highway to this victory was hard-fought at each flip, led by IATSE Representative Thomas Guidugli and Local 31 Leadership. Conversations with employees started in early 2025, setting the marketing campaign in movement, and by summer time, a majority of employees had signed and submitted playing cards to the NLRB.

The employer instantly moved to contest the composition of the bargaining unit, and subsequently offered the corporate to new possession, successfully resetting the marketing campaign.

The employer’s efforts to delay and disrupt the union didn’t finish there. The day earlier than the scheduled vote, the park fired a lead organizer, an motion that constituted an Unfair Labor Practice, which was addressed accordingly.

Rather than stroll away, the crew regrouped. Ultimately delivering a convincing reply and profitable their union. Together, employees at the moment are transferring ahead with bargaining a good contract.

Live occasion employees seeking to unionize to win higher workplaces can head to iatse.web/be a part of to contact an IATSE organizer.