Theme park news

At the start of the 2026 season, the popular Rulantica mascot Snorri stars in a new 4D film in Europa-Park’s Magic Cinema 4D. “SNORRI 4D,” produced by MACK Magic, marks the six-armed sixtopus’s first appearance on the big screen. The family-friendly underwater short film features humor and 4D effects. The film immerses viewers in the underwater world of Rulantica, offering new perspectives on its inhabitants. It is directed by Thierry Marchand, who received an Oscar nomination for...

On Feb. 2-3, Europa-Park in Rust will once again become the gathering place for the international elite in immersive technologies. For the eighth time, the AUREA Award—Europe's leading accolade for VR, AR, and XR—will be presented there. Michael Mack, managing partner of Europa-Park and founder of MACK One, created the award to bring together visionary developers and industry leaders to redefine the boundaries between physical and digital reality. This year's conference program stands...

Disneyland Paris welcomed 300 hospitalized children and adolescents, along with their families, for two days filled with joy, emotion, and magic at the heart of the Disney parks as part of the Pièces Jaunes 2026 campaign on January 13 and 14. Guests arriving from hospitals in the Paris region, Marseille, Lille, and Dieppe were accompanied throughout their stay by more than 100 dedicated Disney VoluntEARS and enjoyed a specially designed magical escape. The young visitors experienced iconic...

From January 19 to March 27, 2026, Rulantica Water World will shine with a magical glow during the Nordic Lights Festival. Especially in the evening hours, the entire hall will transform into a sparkling sea of lights. Enchanting illuminations, spectacular shows, and captivating entertainment by Europa-Park artists will leave visitors amazed and dreaming. A special highlight will be the new evening show presented for the first time around the wave pool, where international artists and...