Six Flags announces $1 billion in enhancements at parks across the country
Six Flags Over Texas will get a “record-breaking dive coaster,” according to a news release from the company.
Peppa Pig theme park to open March 2025 in North Richland Hills
The new Peppa Pig theme park in North Richland Hills has announced it will officially open on March 1, 2025. Super fans will be able to purchase tickets to be the first to ride starting in November.
Epic Universe opening May 2025: When you can buy tickets, book hotel rooms, new lands and attractions
Universal Studios Orlando has announced that Epic Universe, its highly-anticipated fourth theme park in Florida, will open sooner than expected - May 2025. Soon people will be able to purchase tickets to see the new theme park, which will be home to new lands themed after Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and How To Train Your Dragon.
Hurricane Milton: Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld closing as major storm encroaches
Are Florida's major theme parks closed due to Hurricane Milton? Updates on Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, Legoland Florida, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and Central Florida Zoo.
Disneyland announces $50 kids ticket offer for limited time only
The special ticket offer is valid for visits Jan. 7 to Mar. 20, 2025.
Man charged for child sex abuse materials worked as costumed character at Sesame Place, Six Flags
New Jersey officials say a child exploitation investigation has uncovered the troubling acts of a 19-year-old man employed by local sports teams and amusement parks.
Theme parks bounced back in 2023; here's the most-visited
Attendance at theme parks picked up last year and these outdoor attractions had the most visitors.
Disneyland to remove 'stereotypes' of Indigenous people from Peter Pan ride
Peter Pan's Flight at Disneyland is one of the original attractions that debuted on the theme park's opening day in 1955.
Disney announces Villains Land at Magic Kingdom, Monsters, Inc. land at Hollywood Studios and more
Disney unveiled exciting new attractions, cruise ships, lounges, and even a new parade during its D23 event, leaving fans astonished by what's to come over the next couple of years.
Man struck by roller coaster while trying to retrieve keys in restricted area dies: police
An amusement park guest who was hit by a high-speed roller coaster last week has died of his injuries, authorities say.
Boy falls from coaster at Florida amusement park, rushed to hospital with 'traumatic injuries': officials
A six-year-old child was rushed to the hospital on Thursday with serious injuries after possibly falling off a roller coaster at the Kissimmee Fun Spot amusement park, according to paramedics.
Amusement park mayhem: 4 times outdoor fun descended into horrifying chaos
The National Safety Council says 1,281 people were injured because of amusement park rides in 2021.
Frisco City Council approves plan for Universal theme park despite backlash from residents
The city approved 4-2 a special permit to begin construction of the theme park which will primarily cater to families with young children.
Universal Resort opening huge haunted experience in Las Vegas: Here's what we know
Universal Parks and Resorts has a lot of news to share – plans to build a theme park in Texas and now, plans to open a permanent haunted attraction in Las Vegas, inspired by its wildly popular Halloween Horror Nights event. Here is what we know.
New kid-friendly Universal theme park coming to Frisco
Universal Parks and Resorts announced plans to build a theme park geared toward families with young children, in Frisco.
‘Jumanji’-themed amusement park set to open in 2023
The movie first hit theaters in 1995 and now fans can step inside the jungle in the spring.
Couple arrested for having sex on amusement park ride
The couple originally denied having sex, saying they were picking up a dropped packet of cigarettes.
'Take it down:' Tyre Sampson's parents call for action after son's death on Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park
The mother of Tyre Sampson is calling for stricter laws for amusement park rides to prevent other families from experiencing a similar tragedy.
Orlando FreeFall: Florida lawmaker calls for 'loophole' in law to be closed after teenager died on ride
Tyre Sampson, 14, died after falling off of the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park in Orlando, Florida, March 24.
Florida hires forensic firm to investigate Tyre Sampson death from Orlando FreeFall ride
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried promised a “complete and thorough investigation” into how a 14-year-old teenager fell from the Orlando FreeFall drop tower last week at ICON Park.