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Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe just delivered a major announcement on behalf of Movie Park Germany. In celebration of the German theme park’s 25th anniversary, an all-new Multi Dimension Coaster by Intamin Amusement Rides will open in 2021.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge merchandise is coming to Disney Springs and Downtown Disney, marking the first time these specialty items are available for purchase outside of the theme parks.
Six Flags Darien Lake announced in a statement that the park will remain closed through the rest of 2020 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The theme park—located in Buffalo, NY—is prioritizing the health and safety of both guests and team members.
California’s Great America in Santa Clara, Calif. will be better (and wetter) than ever when Northern California’s premier amusement park debuts the new South Bay Shores water park. Although the debut of the brand-new park has officially been moved to 2021, construction crews have been very busy getting ready for the grand opening.
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Chessington World of Adventures Resort is introducing a new way to photograph guests’ ‘coaster faces’ through their masks.
Though Halloween looks a bit different this year, guests of all ages at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom will be able to dress up in their best costumes and join the spooktacular fun starting Sept. 15. From super heroes to princess and pirates, HalloweenCostumes.com has an exclusive selection of different Disney characters to choose from.
Universal Orlando has confirmed via Twitter that they are no longer loading every other row on two of their rides.
One new theme park land that we’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about for quite some time is the new Super Nintendo World heading to Universal Studios Japan (and beyond). Although the opening has been delayed due to the pandemic, it hasn’t stopped the excitement among fans. Nintendo is a major brand for the Universal theme parks, but is it a good fit? If you look at the history between Universal Studios and Nintendo, it actually works out pretty nicely.
SeaWorld Orlando is currently open seven days a week, but depending on which day and time you go, not all attractions or areas of the park may be open due to lower crowds because of COVID-19.
