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Balloon Festival at Europa-Park: A Sky Full of Colors for the 50th Anniversary

Balloon Festival at Europa-Park: A Sky Full of Colors for the 50th Anniversary

Tuesday, 06. May 2025, 10:45
More than 20 hot air balloons took to the skies over Germany’s largest theme park last week. Among them was a special balloon celebrating the 50th anniversary of Europa-Park. Rising to an altitude of about 800 meters, the flights gave guests a stunning bird’s-eye view of the park, along with breathtaking vistas stretching from the Black Forest across the Rhine Valley to the Vosges Mountains. Participants could choose between morning and evening flights. The morning trips, lasting around...
Europa-Park Celebrates Europe Day 2025: A Festival of European Unity

Europa-Park Celebrates Europe Day 2025: A Festival of European Unity

Tuesday, 06. May 2025, 09:40
Europe Day on May 9 symbolizes peace and unity across the continent, honoring the Schuman Declaration—the cornerstone of the European Union. On May 9, 2025, Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort will celebrate this occasion with a rich program of activities highlighting Europe’s diversity and solidarity. Expect festive decorations, cultural showcases, and an immersive experience that brings Europe to life for visitors from around the globe.
Parc Astérix May 2025: Open Until 10 PM

Parc Astérix May 2025: Open Until 10 PM

Friday, 02. May 2025, 14:23
Get ready for some serious fun! Parc Astérix is throwing open its gates until 10 PM on nine days in May 2025. Hit up those public holidays to check out the jaw-dropping Les Fastes du Nil restaurant or scream your heart out on the souped-up Goudurix coaster. Oh, and starting May 12? Snag a weekday ticket for just €45.
LEGO Festival 2025 Kicks Off at LEGOLAND Deutschland with Giant LEGO Heart

LEGO Festival 2025 Kicks Off at LEGOLAND Deutschland with Giant LEGO Heart

Friday, 02. May 2025, 12:37
Starting May 3, 2025, LEGOLAND Deutschland in Günzburg turns into a wild, colorful explosion of fun. A massive heart, pieced together from 129,913 LEGO bricks, stands proud at the entrance, practically begging you to jump into the world’s first LEGO Festival. Five crazy zones—think creativity, music, dance, gaming, and chill vibes—wait to spark joy for families.
Emely Wins Lifetime Entry to Holiday Park in 2025

Emely Wins Lifetime Entry to Holiday Park in 2025

Friday, 02. May 2025, 12:12
From April 12 to 21, 2024, Holiday Park / Plopsaland Deutschland turned into a giant Easter egg hunt. Every morning, a shiny golden egg was tucked away somewhere, waiting for a lucky finder. The reward? A year-long pass! But hold on—the real magic happened at the end. Emely, a 14-year-old from Lampertheim, landed the ultimate prize: free park entry for life.
Europa-Park Hosts IAAPA Honors 2025, Wins Three Brass Ring Awards

Europa-Park Hosts IAAPA Honors 2025, Wins Three Brass Ring Awards

Friday, 02. May 2025, 10:10
Buckle up, because Europa-Park in Rust just turned into the epicenter of theme park awesomeness! From April 28 to 30, 2025, Germany’s biggest amusement hotspot threw open its gates for the IAAPA Honors—its first-ever gig as host. And, oh boy, during its 50th birthday bash, the park didn’t just play host; it snagged three shiny IAAPA Brass Ring Awards. Talk about stealing the show!
Princess on the Pea Opens May 14 in Efteling’s Fairy Tale Forest

Princess on the Pea Opens May 14 in Efteling’s Fairy Tale Forest

Friday, 02. May 2025, 08:50
On May 14, Efteling in Kaatsheuvel sprinkles some fairy-tale magic with Die Prinzessin auf der Erbse in its Märchenwald. Picture a princess tossing and turning on a sky-high pile of mattresses, all because of one tiny pea. Flemish star Geike Arnaert sings her story, and a gorgeous pavilion steals the show. Oh, and hotel guests? You’re getting your own VIP entrance. Who’s ready to dive into this enchanted world?
LEGOLAND® Billund Kicks Off LEGO® Festival with Giant LEGO Heart

LEGOLAND® Billund Kicks Off LEGO® Festival with Giant LEGO Heart

Friday, 02. May 2025, 08:32
Hold onto your bricks! Starting May 3, LEGOLAND® Billund rolls out the world’s first LEGO® Festival, lighting up weekends through June 8. A massive heart built from 125,000 LEGO pieces steals the spotlight, while five crazy-fun play zones get families buzzing with creativity, all leading up to World Play Day on June 11.
Europa-Park 2025: Exclusive ResortPass Event Benefits

Europa-Park 2025: Exclusive ResortPass Event Benefits

Wednesday, 30. April 2025, 19:05
Europa-Park in Rust invites guests to unforgettable adventures in 2025. Exclusive ResortPass benefits unlock access to three captivating events: the Alemannisches Rittermahl, a thrilling Western-Abend, and a spectacular SWR3 Halloween-Party. Each experience is just a click away, bookable solely through the ResortPass Portal.
Europa-Park June 2025: Vibrant Events and Festivals

Europa-Park June 2025: Vibrant Events and Festivals

Wednesday, 30. April 2025, 18:10
In June 2025, Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort transforms into a vibrant stage of joy. From Croatian dances to serene Rulantica evenings and a lively Western saloon, Germany’s largest theme park bursts with diverse experiences, inviting visitors to create unforgettable memories.