New ride vehicles revealed at IAAPA Expo, Nate Bargatze theme park officially in development, and more news! – The Attractions Podcast
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
- 2026 Thea Awards recognize Monsters Unchained, Haunted Mansion Parlor, and more | List of honorees
- Nate Bargatze theme park ‘Nateland’ officially in development for Nashville
- International Drive roller coaster planned from operator of canceled Skyplex ‘Polercoaster’
- ‘Top Gun’ rides, sing-along bar opening in Las Vegas in 2028 and possibly Orlando
- Mattel water parks announced with Barbie, Hot Wheels
- IAAPA Expo 2025: All the ride vehicles revealed for new theme park attractions
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