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A new family-focused theme park is set to debut in the Netherlands in 2026 as Van Hoorne Studios transforms the former Familyland site into De Tovertuin, a fully themed resort inspired by the beloved children’s characters Woezel & Pip.
The redevelopment marks a major repositioning of the theme park into what the company describes as a 'total experience' designed specifically for families with young children, primarily up to around 10 years old.
Construction and renovation are currently underway, with the opening planned for March 27, 2026.
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Efteling has announced that Hooghmoed, a new drop tower attraction designed especially for younger visitors, will officially open on 1 May 2026.
The ride will stand beside the park’s popular dive coaster, Baron 1898, extending on the existing gold-mine storyline while broadening the park’s thrill offering for families.
As an attraction, Hooghmoed consists of three interconected Family Freefall Tower rides from German manufacturer Zierer.
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Erlebnispark Tripsdrill in Cleebronn, Germany has officially announced an exciting new addition to its ride lineup for the 2026 season.
The family-focused attraction Luftikus, themed around early aviation, is scheduled to open with the start of the park’s spring season and promises to be a whimsical new highlight for visitors of all ages.
Luftikus will be a Flying Tiger 8 ride by renowned Italian manufacturer Zamperla.
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A major transformation is coming to Movieland Park on the shores of Lake Garda, with the resort announcing a new themed area called Bugs Town Studios set to debut in 2026.
The development replaces the park’s former Stone Age themed area, and introduces a new story-driven environment where creativity, technology and immersive storytelling take centre stage.
Newly released concept artwork offers the first detailed look at the colourful world that guests can expect, featuring a mix of new attractions and rethemed rides inspired by a whimsical city where humans and insects coexist.
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Finnish theme park Särkänniemi, located on its iconic lakeside peninsula in Tampere, Finland, will open a major new roller coaster for the 2026 season.
The attraction, named Konect, is a custom-designed family roller coaster from Dutch manufacturer Vekoma and represents one of the largest investments the park has made in years.
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Slagharen has announced Sky Sifter, a major new Wild West attraction opening in spring 2026. The 30-metre-high ride will be the first Zamperla Discovery Revolution 30 with full inversion in the region, marking a significant milestone for the Dutch theme park.
Blending storytelling, technology and flexible ride programming, Sky Sifter is designed to broaden the park’s appeal, offering both high-thrill intensity and a more accessible family adventure in one striking attraction.
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French theme park Kingoland has officially unveiled its headline addition for the 2026 season: Tomahawk, a new Super Spin attraction from Italian manufacturer Zamperla.
The announcement was made via the park’s official Instagram channel, confirming that the new thrill ride will open in 2026 as part of the continued expansion of the park’s western themed zone.
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Dennlys Parc is preparing to launch its 2026 season with the addition of two brand-new attractions, continuing the French park’s steady investment in accessible, all-ages experiences.
Located in the Pas-de-Calais region, Dennlys Parc has built a reputation as a traditional, family-focused theme park, offering a mix of rides, shows and attractions aimed primarily at families with children.
The 2026 additions will expand the park’s offering further, introducing both a new thrill element and an attraction tailored to younger visitors. Both new attractions are being supplied by the Italian ride manufacturer Gosetto.
