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Europa-Park Little Heroes Children's House: Rapid Progress Toward 2026 Opening

Thursday, 22. January 2026, 09:00

Construction of the Europa-Park Little Heroes Children's House in Silver Lake City at Europa-Park Resort is advancing rapidly. Following the topping-out ceremony, interior work has now begun. Project ambassador Miriam Mack has confirmed that the opening remains firmly scheduled for summer 2026. During a recent site visit, project patron DJ BoBo and ambassador Miriam Mack were updated on the latest progress. A unique retreat is taking shape in the new Western-themed area, with five spacious...

Europa-Park Exclusive Pre-Opening on March 22, 2026

Thursday, 22. January 2026, 08:46

The excitement is building as anticipation grows nearly unbearable for many visitors. Germany's largest theme park, Europa-Park, will open its gates on March 22, 2026, for an exclusive pre-opening Sunday. Guests can experience the unique Europa-Park magic, spend an unforgettable time with loved ones, and get in the mood for the new season — all six days before the official season start on March 28, 2026. Action-packed attractions, captivating shows, and unique experiences will make this...

SNORRI 4D: Rulantica Mascot Snorri Stars in New Europa-Park 4D Film in 2026

Thursday, 22. January 2026, 08:31

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...

AUREA #8 at Europa-Park: VR, AR, and XR Innovations with Hollywood Flair

Friday, 16. January 2026, 13:23

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...

Pièces Jaunes 2026: Disneyland Paris Welcomes 300 Hospitalized Children

Friday, 16. January 2026, 11:35

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...

Rulantica Nordic Lights Festival 2026: Magical Lights and Spectacular Shows

Friday, 16. January 2026, 11:07

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...

DJ BoBo “The Great Adventure” World Premiere at Europa-Park Arena

Friday, 16. January 2026, 10:37

DJ BoBo held the world premiere of his new tour “The Great Adventure” at the Europa-Park Arena on January 15, 2026. The first show was completely sold out and once again demonstrated the Swiss superstar’s ability to surprise audiences with every tour while delivering catchy, memorable songs. Additional performances continue in Rust through January 18, 2026, before the production moves across Europe and later to South America. The elaborate production, which took two years from concept...

Europa-Park Invites Families with Seriously Ill Children to Winter Season

Monday, 22. December 2025, 10:03

Traditionally, Europa-Park invites families with a child suffering from a life-shortening illness to Germany's largest theme park during the winter season, on the initiative of Mauritia Mack. After a joint gathering, the families explored the 17 European-themed areas with their lovingly designed winter decorations and more than 100 attractions. Special highlights included the new Winterland themed area with the winter circus revue “Monte Carlo Circus Festival meets Europa-Park” as well as...

Europa-Park Removes Dog Act After Abuse Allegations in Circus Videos

Wednesday, 17. December 2025, 20:58

Secretly recorded videos from the backstage area of the winter circus "Monte Carlo Circus Festival meets Europa-Park" in Rust have seriously implicated a dog trainer. The footage shows the trainer striking and intimidating dogs with a rope. The Veterinary Office of the Ortenau District filed charges with the Public Prosecutor's Office in Offenburg after reviewing the material. Europa-Park immediately removed the act from its program. The dog show was part of "Monte Carlo Circus Festival...

Europa-Park Mascot Ed Euromaus Brings Advent Joy to Ortenau Children's Clinic

Tuesday, 16. December 2025, 12:50

Mauritia Mack, patron of the Ortenau Children's Clinic and wife of Europa-Park owner Jürgen Mack, visited the clinic in Offenburg with mascot Ed Euromaus. The purpose of this Advent initiative was to present gifts to children and adolescents during the pre-Christmas season and to share some of Europa-Park's magic with them. Mauritia Mack has been patron of the Ortenau Children's Clinic since the summer of 2017 and supports patients and staff through various initiatives. During the visit,...

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