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National & Local

Alton Towers reveals opening date new Bluey ride in 2026 ahead of school holidays

Alton Towers has announced the opening date for a new Bluey-themed ride, set to debut in 2026 in their CBeebies Land area.

Feb 26 • 10:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women will have entry for R$ 1 at Hopi Hari in March; see how to secure tickets

Hopi Hari theme park in Brazil offers women discounted entry for R$ 1 during March to celebrate International Women's Day.

Feb 25 • 21:15 UTC
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National & Local

Thorpe Park to close iconic attraction and replace it with new area for 2026

Thorpe Park has announced that it will close its popular Amity Beach attraction and replace it with a new area called The Launchpad for the 2026 season.

Feb 24 • 11:50 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Disney closes two iconic attractions in its theme park in March

Disneyland will temporarily close its beloved Monorail for the first time in over 65 years starting March 30, 2024, for renovations.

Feb 22 • 16:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

It Won't Get Scarier. A California Amusement Park Will Offer Weddings on the Steps of a Scary Attraction

A California amusement park is introducing a unique wedding venue at a spooky attraction site.

Feb 18 • 05:02 UTC
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Life & Tech

I went to UK's best theme park for toddlers - one land absolutely blew my mind

The article reviews a visit to Drayton Manor, a popular UK theme park for toddlers, highlighting a K-Pop themed event and the unique attractions it offers.

Feb 17 • 11:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Last Survivor: This is what the only Rainforest Cafe in California looks like today and why it refuses to die

The Rainforest Cafe in Ontario, California, stands as the last remaining location in the state, attracting theme park fans with its unique dining experience.

Feb 15 • 06:54 UTC
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National & Local

Massive 400-pound manatee rescued from drain and relocated to Orlando theme park

A 400-pound manatee was rescued from a storm drain in Florida and relocated to a theme park for recovery.

Feb 12 • 08:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A secret law allows Disneyland to build a nuclear plant in its park

Disney has the legal backing to construct a nuclear power plant at its theme park in Florida, a law enacted in 1967 still in effect today.

Feb 10 • 11:50 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

With Frozen, Disneyland Paris becomes the kingdom of ice

Disneyland Paris is set to debut a new area themed around the film Frozen, featuring over 10,000 square meters of Arendelle's recreated landscape.

Feb 8 • 08:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

New Pokémon theme park opens its doors in Tokyo, watch video

A new Pokémon theme park, PokéPark Kanto, has opened in Tokyo, showcasing over 600 life-size Pokémon for visitors.

Feb 6 • 17:02 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Pokémon theme park opens in Japan as tourism boom drives demand

A new Pokémon theme park has opened in Japan within Yomiuriland, catering to the rising influx of tourists with immersive attractions and themed experiences over 26,000 square meters.

Feb 6 • 16:45 UTC
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National & Local

Alton Towers restricts people with these conditions from disability pass queue

Alton Towers theme park has announced it will restrict access to its fast-track disability pass for visitors with certain conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, and autism.

Feb 5 • 17:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

First Pokémon Theme Park Opens in Tokyo

The first theme park dedicated entirely to Pokémon has been inaugurated in Tokyo, featuring various attractions and a wooded area for visitors to try capturing characters, with tickets sold out for the next two months due to record tourist influx.

Feb 5 • 16:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

The first theme park dedicated to Pokémon opens its doors in Japan

The first permanent theme park dedicated to the popular Pokémon video game franchise has opened in Yomiuriland in Inagi, west of Tokyo, featuring three themed zones and exclusive attractions.

Feb 5 • 13:47 UTC
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National & Local

'Largest free theme park' in UK plunged into liquidation – with 40 rides at risk

Brean Theme Park in Somerset, the UK's largest free-entry theme park, has entered liquidation and may close, putting 40 rides at risk.

Feb 5 • 10:27 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Alarm in California over measles outbreak: it is official that an infected individual visited this theme park and was at LAX airport

Health authorities in Southern California confirmed new cases of measles among international travelers who visited Disney theme parks and Los Angeles International Airport.

Feb 4 • 15:50 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Measles exposure risk identified at major airport and theme park, health officials warn

Health officials have issued a warning about potential measles exposure at Los Angeles International Airport and Disneyland Resort following an international traveler's visit.

Feb 3 • 22:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Hopi Hari Festival announces Cesar Menotti & Fabiano, Bruninho & Davi and more

The Hopi Hari theme park in Vinhedo (SP) is set to host a country music edition of the Muzikali Festival on May 23, featuring artists like Cesar Menotti & Fabiano and Bruninho & Davi, with tickets starting at R$ 120.

Feb 3 • 17:03 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

An underground theme park sets a world record and surprises its tourists: where it is and what it's like

Salina Turda, an underground theme park in Romania, has recently set a world record for being the largest of its kind, offering a unique attraction for those looking to escape traditional tourism in Europe.

Feb 3 • 16:45 UTC
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Life & Tech

PAW Patrol land first look as Chessington seeks children to test rides

Chessington World of Adventures unveils a sneak peek of its upcoming PAW Patrol-themed area set to open in spring 2026, featuring attractions like Chase’s Mountain Mission and Skye’s Helicopter Heroes.

Feb 3 • 00:01 UTC
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Life & Tech

Harry Potter fans can soon ride 'real Hogwarts Express' launching in 2026

A new Harry Potter-themed experience offering rides on a real-life Hogwarts Express will open in 2026, enabling fans to journey to Hogwarts and interact with characters on board.

Jan 9 • 12:16 UTC
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Life & Tech

Full list of new UK theme park rides including Alton Towers and Chessington

Several UK theme parks, including Alton Towers and Chessington World of Adventures, are preparing to launch new rides and attractions in 2026.

Jan 8 • 12:29 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Frozen: the fairy images of the new snow-covered area of Disneyland Paris

Disneyland Paris has released enchanting new images of its upcoming section dedicated to the Frozen universe, beautifully blanketed in snow.

Jan 7 • 13:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Javier Urra, psychologist: "We must ask life for what it can give us, we are not in a Disney theme park"

Psychologist Javier Urra emphasizes the importance of setting realistic expectations in life to avoid unhappiness, reinforcing his ideas in his new book about practical psychology.

Jan 6 • 23:00 UTC
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National & Local

Tragic state of UK's 'worst theme park' now left rotting in countryside

Once a popular destination for schoolchildren, Oakwood Theme Park has permanently closed and now lies in ruins in the UK countryside.

Jan 4 • 11:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A Disney worker injured while stopping a 180-kilogram rubber rock heading towards the audience at a theme park

A Walt Disney World employee in Florida heroically prevented a 180-kilogram rubber rock from hitting the audience during an Indiana Jones live show, but was injured in the process.

Jan 2 • 20:11 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

United States: A Disney World employee injured by a fake 180-kilo rock during a show

A Disney World employee was injured after trying to stop a 180-kilo fake rock that veered off course during an Indiana Jones-themed show.

Jan 2 • 19:10 UTC
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Life & Tech

Holidaymakers can save up to 25% off Disney World 2026 trips with simple code

Holidaymakers can save up to 25% on trips to Disney World in 2026 by using the discount code 'NEWYEAR' for deals on theme park tickets.

Jan 1 • 21:11 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Croatian Miracle in Madrid: Rijeka Company Made an Ice Slide at Santiago Bernabéu

A Rijeka company collaborated to create a spectacular ice slide at Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu stadium as part of the Christmas fair 'Mavidad Bernabéu', marking the stadium's first-ever transformation into a winter theme park.

Jan 1 • 11:45 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

"They tried to set fire": a historic amusement park degraded in Provence

At least two intruders broke into the Rocher Mistral theme park in Provence, pouring gasoline in a theater room and vandalizing with anarchist symbols.

Dec 28 • 13:38 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Boy, 10, killed in water slide horror as raft 'takes off' and causes gruesome injuries

Caleb Schwab, a 10-year-old boy, tragically died after suffering catastrophic injuries from a water slide incident at a theme park, leading to calls for improved safety regulations.

Dec 28 • 07:00 UTC

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