Theme park news

Experience theme parks in real time! Stay up to date on the latest news, events and highlights at the park with our breaking news. Find out about current trends and events that could affect your visit.

JavaScript is disabled!
Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings or use a browser that supports JavaScript.

Advertising

Beth Clapperton Awarded TEA Master Title for Disneyland Paris Contributions

Friday, 19. September 2025, 10:10

Beth Clapperton, executive creative director at Walt Disney Imagineering, will be awarded the TEA Master title in the global themed entertainment industry on Oct. 21, 2025. The award will be presented during the TEA SATE North America event in Buena Park, California. This prestigious title recognizes her more than 30 years of work on major developments at Disneyland Paris and her inspirational expertise.

Fatal Blunt Force Injuries Kill Rider on Stardust Racers Coaster

Friday, 19. September 2025, 08:51

A tragic incident has occurred at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando: Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, of Kissimmee died Wednesday after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster. According to the Orange County medical examiner, he suffered multiple blunt force injuries that led to his death. The attraction remains closed while authorities investigate the accident.

Medici Restaurant at Europa-Park: Top 100 Italian Restaurants in Germany

Thursday, 18. September 2025, 10:41

The Medici Restaurant in the Europa-Park Resort has once again received a prestigious award. For the second time, the renowned Schlemmer Atlas recognizes it as one of the top 100 Italian restaurants in Germany. Under the leadership of Raffaele Cannizzaro in the 4-star superior Hotel Colosseo, the venue combines authentic Italian products into harmonious dishes, complemented by select wines chosen by sommelier Vincenzo De Biase.

Jurassic Park River Adventure to Close in 2026 for Renovation in Orlando

Thursday, 18. September 2025, 09:44

The Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal's Islands of Adventure offers an exciting raft journey, where visitors glide through dinosaur habitats, encounter a massive T. rex, and plunge down an 85-foot drop. The attraction is scheduled for a lengthy closure from Jan. 5, 2026, to Nov. 19, 2026, for planned maintenance, spanning most of the year.

Rock the Universe 2026 Lineup at Universal Orlando

Thursday, 18. September 2025, 08:51

The Rock the Universe festival at Universal Orlando Resort will return on January 23 and 24, 2026, to Universal Studios Florida. As Florida's largest Christian music festival, it offers guests a weekend full of faith, fun, and powerful music. With headline performances by artists such as the Billboard Christian chart-topper Forrest Frank, the Grammy-nominated singer Phil Wickham, the Grammy- and Dove Award-winning band Switchfoot, and the multi-platinum artist Lecrae, the event promises...

Brick-or-Treat: Halloween Celebration at LEGOLAND Florida

Thursday, 18. September 2025, 08:27

The LEGOLAND Florida Resort announced the return of the annual Brick-or-Treat celebration, which takes place on select dates from September 20 to November 2. This family-friendly event offers children the opportunity to meet exclusive LEGO monster figures, experience immersive Halloween shows, and collect candy. The highlight is the award-winning Monster Skytacular Drone Show, which concludes the evening with drones, flashes of fireworks, and pumping beats. Halloween is just around the corner,...

ResortPass Benefits for Traumatica 2025: Discounted Tickets

Thursday, 18. September 2025, 07:57

Only a few days remain until the start of the award-winning horror event "Traumatica – Festival of Fear," which will open its gates from Sept. 24 to Nov. 8, 2025. Visitors can expect eerie clowns, witches, and other creatures, along with seven scare attractions and terrifying show performances. Holders of a ResortPass annual card can take advantage of a special benefit and book tickets for selected dates at a reduced price.

Europa-Park: Uzbek Staff Celebrate Independence Day with Soccer Tournament

Wednesday, 17. September 2025, 15:41

In the Europa-Park Resort in Rust, Uzbek employees recently celebrated their home country's Independence Day with a soccer tournament. For the fourth time, they organized the event, which included Uzbek teams from other German cities. The tournament, held over the weekend, combined team spirit with cultural traditions and ended with a shared meal.

SPOOK ME! Musical Double Feature at Europa-Park 2025

Wednesday, 17. September 2025, 13:27

Europa-Park is celebrating its anniversary year with a special musical highlight: Starting on September 20, 2025, “SPOOK ME!” and “SPOOK ME! 2” will return to the program. Until November 2, 2025, visitors can experience both parts of the story daily at the Europa-Park Teatro. The premieres took place in 2014 and 2024, and now they appear together on the schedule for the first time.

Late Rides at Heide Park: Roller Coasters in the Dark

Wednesday, 17. September 2025, 10:16

The Heide Park Resort invites guests to the new "Late Rides" event, where visitors can experience roller coasters in the dark. Accompanied by a spectacular sea of lights and breathtaking light effects, each ride becomes an unforgettable experience where thrill meets light art. The events take place on September 20 and September 27, 2025, and the park is open from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. on these days.

Tip for news? Follow us on X or press@waitingtimes.app