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Merlin Entertainments has announced the name of their new indoor roller coasters opening at both LEGOLAND Florida and LEGOLAND California in early 2026.
Launching from Spaceport 885, named after the original LEGO Space Scooter set #885, the Galacticoaster will take families on an out-of-this-world adventure.
Merlin says the new experiences are the most technologically advanced ever developed for its LEGOLAND parks, promising immersive storytelling, cutting-edge ride systems, and signature LEGO creativity.
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Dollywood is taking flight in 2026 with its most ambitious attraction ever: NightFlight Expedition, a new $50 million indoor adventure that will headline the park’s popular Wildwood Grove.
The groundbreaking new ride will be the largest single attraction investment in Dollywood’s 40-year history when it opens in spring 2026.
Country music legend, park namesake and owner, Dolly Parton, shared her excitement in a special message, celebrating the park’s continued growth.
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SeaWorld Orlando has announced its boldest family attraction yet, SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep, a new dark ride debuting in 2026.
The park in Florida describes the attraction as a “first-of-its-kind suspended dark ride,” inviting guests to board a submersible and journey through dazzling undersea worlds full of extraordinary life and awe-inspiring ecosystems.
According to SeaWorld Orlando, riders will be guided by the SEA Collective’s Adventure Team as they explore glowing ocean realms, encounter mythical and real sea creatures, and experience a spectacular finale that “celebrates the ocean’s resilience and beauty.”
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COTALAND, the new theme park being built at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Central Texas, has officially postponed its full opening until 2026, according to recent statements from park officials.
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Peacock has unveiled the trailer for Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks, a brand-new three-part docuseries set to debut Monday, September 29.
The series takes viewers on an unprecedented journey through the history of Universal’s theme parks while spotlighting the high-stakes race to launch Universal Epic Universe, the most ambitious project in Universal Orlando Resort’s history.
Blending rare archival footage with exclusive behind-the-scenes access, Epic Ride offers a sweeping look at how Universal built its reputation as a pioneer in entertainment and immerses viewers in the countdown to the opening of Epic Universe.
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In 2026, guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World Resort will be able to step into the heart of Walt Disney Animation Studios with the debut of The Magic of Disney Animation — a brand-new, family-friendly experience.
Housed in a reimagined building inspired by the iconic Roy E. Disney Animation Building in Burbank, California — complete with Mickey’s Sorcerer Hat magically perched atop the entrance — this new attraction will take over the current Star Wars: Launch Bay location, transforming it into a whimsical space where imagination and creativity lead the way.
With beloved characters, imaginative play and a celebration of animation magic, The Magic of Disney Animation promises to be a must-see destination when it opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2026.
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Merlin Entertainments has announced the launch of groundbreaking indoor roller coasters at both LEGOLAND Florida and LEGOLAND California, set to open in early 2026.
These new state-of-the-art rides will headline expansive, space-themed experiences designed to take families on thrilling intergalactic adventures—entirely indoors.
The announcement follows the recent opening of LEGOLAND Shanghai, the 11th LEGOLAND globally, and forms part of a wider £70 million investment across the Florida and California locations.
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ZDT's Amusement Park in Seguin, Texas, is set to permanently close down on Sunday, August 17, after a nearly 20-year run.
The family owned and operated park is home to Switchback, which opened in 2015 as the world's steepest wooden coaster, designed by The Gravity Group and built by Gravitykraft Corporation.
Other popular attractions include the Thundervolt Speedway, Dizzy Toucan and Parachute Drop.
