I am excited to see what Universal does with this one - a backlot experience with the Universal Monsters... and the Scooby-Doo gang. It's coming to 2026's Universal Fan Fest Nights, just confirmed: www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202509...

Located in Six Flags Over Texas' refreshed Spain land and themed to Pamplona's running of the bulls, Tormenta Rampaging Run will set multiple model and overall roller coaster world records when it opens next year. Story at www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202509...

Lagoon has a great collection of coasters and other rides that make it one of the best independent theme parks we’ve ever visited.

Today is the fifth anniversary of one of the more frustrating decisions in theme park history.

Here are 10 of our favorite theme parks - five in the United States and five in Europe - that are not part of Disney, Universal, Six Flags, or SeaWorld.

Ferrari World on Yas Island has opened its new Gran Tour Emilia restaurant, a culinary tribute to Ferrari's home in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region.

More than a decade after its late Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin opened, SeaWorld Orlando is trying again with a dark ride for the 2026 season.

Happy Pythagorean Theorem Day to those who celebrate. (9/16/25)

United Parks' Sesame Place San Diego cancels its holiday events, closes early for 2025 and goes to seasonal operation for 2026. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202509...

Which U.S. company do you trust most to do theme parks right? Okay, let's take Disney and Universal off the board. Given the remaining choices, which theme park chain do you think is doing the best job right now?

Hong Kong Disneyland is celebrating its 20th anniversary today with the release of new concept art for a couple of upcoming attractions, including a new Marvel-themed drop ride.

Disney Cruise Line has pushed the maiden voyage of the new Disney Adventure cruise ship (the one in Singapore) until next March.

Six Flags has extended its license of the Peanuts cartoon characters at select theme parks, the company said today. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202509...

Now that Halloween Horror Nights has opened for 2025 at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, let's ask that enduring question: which one is better? www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202509...

The Terrifier house at Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights is top-tier, "I can't believe they went there" fun. Read my full review of this year's haunted houses at www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202509...

Would a new gondola ride to Anaheim's train station encourage more Disneyland fans to take mass transit rather than drive to the parks? www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202509...

The days might be numbered for WaterWorld, the award-winning stunt show at Universal Studios Hollywood, according to new planning documents filed by the park.

Here’s today’s news from Destination D23 at Walt Disney World, including a new (old) look for Cinderella Castle, the architectural style for Villains Land, and upcoming hints about the Abu Dhabi castle.

Another great year for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando, with the original houses even better than the IP ones. Here's my review, plus POV walk through videos: www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

Six Flags' license to use the Peanuts characters in its parks is expiring, though there is a option for a five-year extension. With a license for Looney Tunes in hand, now is the time for Six Flags to make some decisions about how it wants to manage its franchises.

Kings Island has revealed its new family ride for 2026 - and it's a callback to the park's past, with help from Sally Dark Rides.

Free in-station cubbies are out and paid lockers soon will be in for three roller coasters at Knott's Berry Farm.

No more 3D on Disney's Remy ride in Paris, starting next year.

Come with us and get a first look and spoilers for the Fallout-themed haunted house that will open at Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights this year. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

Are Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando just too hot to visit in the summer anymore? A meteorologist looked at the data.

Get ready for this year's Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood with our watch list of the movies and shows that many of this year's haunted houses are based upon.

No, its not the Blue Bayou, but Walt Disney World finally gets the Pirate-themed hangout that it deserves with The Beak and Barrel.

We do not have an opening date yet, but Walt Disney World is sharing new concept art for its reimagined Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. Story at www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

Zootopia: Better Zoogether! is moving into the Tree of Life theater at the Walt Disney World theme park. The resort announced this morning that the new 4D show will open November 7. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

Is Disneyland trying to drive hotel occupancy at surrounding Good Neighbor hotels at its own resort hotels' expense? Because this feels like it. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

Mutant super soldiers and a classic horror myth will be joining the maze line-up for this year's Knott's Scary Farm.

Disneyland fans: Disney Cruise Line is expanding in California next year, with more holiday sailings from San Diego. Here’s how to get on board: www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

It's time to say goodbye to Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit - Universal Orlando's roller coaster that lived up to its musical theme by making riders feel like they has just (barely) survived a mosh pit: www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

On International Roller Coaster Day, let's pick which new coaster is the best of the Class of 2025. Follow the link to vote from 11 top coasters that we have reviewed so far this year. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

Parc Astérix on Monday officially opens its new, delightfully themed Gerstlauer spinning coaster, Cétautomatix. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

On Disney Time, mid-August means... Halloween! Who's ready for the return of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? We are - with this handy tip guide for the after-hours event: www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

Shaq's back for another go at a Halloween attraction - this time at Hersheypark.

Walt Disney World's new Little Mermaid show is getting a Lightning Lane. Get the latest on Disney's pay-to-play line-skip pass here: www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

We now have the full, official line-up of all the houses and scare zones coming to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood this year.

Attendance is down. The company is losing money. And now the CEO is stepping down. Looks like that Six Flags/Cedar Fair merger is working out great, huh? www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

The Beak and Barrel will open August 29, next to Pirates of the Caribbean at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Reservations will be available for the all-ages bar starting August 14.

Ready for a new way to get scared? Six Flags is bringing a new interactive upcharge experience based on The Conjuring to four legacy Cedar Fair parks this fall. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202508...

The world's next Harry Potter land is moving one step closer to opening. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202507...

Turns out that, yes, opening a great new theme park means loads of new revenue for its owner. Now let's see if Universal can spend some of that cash to increase capacity. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202507...

It's our anniversary today, and we are celebrating by sharing 25 of our best attraction reviews (and videos!) from over the years. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202507...

Universal Studios Hollywood again will collaborate with legendary rock guitarist and songwriter Slash for Halloween Horror Nights, with a new haunted house and vinyl-only album. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202507...

Long before the Phoenicians put pen to papyrus, human beings looked to the stars for inspiration to tell stories. Walt Disney World has looked again to the stars for the theme of its first new parade in years - Disney Starlight. Review and full show video at www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202507...

What is your favorite new attraction that we have covered so far in 2025? Check out our reviews and on-ride videos here: www.themeparkinsider.com/construction...

Universal Orlando has announced its line-up of scare zones and street experiences for Halloween Horror Nights this year. Wait a minute - 'street experiences,' you ask? Yeah, let's get into that. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202507...

Starting today, the It's a Small World ride at Disneyland in California and Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom in Florida includes a new verse by composer Richard Sherman. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202507...