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Disneyland Paris has unveiled exciting new details regarding the highly anticipated The Lion King attraction currently under construction at Disney Adventure World.
The new attraction will feature the debut of the first ever Audio-Animatronics figure of the iconic villain, Scar. The ride scene draws direct inspiration from the thrilling climax of the 1994 Walt Disney Animation Studios classic.
Revealed during the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, new concept art showcases a dramatic confrontation scene where the treacherous villain stands in Simba's path.
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Construction is officially underway for a brand new themed area at BELANTIS, the popular family theme park near Leipzig, Germany.
A symbolic groundbreaking ceremony was recently held to mark the occasion, attended by Saxony's Minister for Economic Affairs, Labour, Energy and Climate Protection, Dirk Panter, alongside the BELANTIS Managing Director Filip De Witte, Park Director Martin Endruhn, and the iconic comic heroes Asterix and Obelix.
Set to open in 2027, the centrepiece of this new zone will be a family roller coaster manufactured by the German company Gerstlauer.
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Disney has confirmed that Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain at Disneyland Paris will be closing at the end of 2027 to allow for a major reimagining that will bring back the resort's iconic original attraction: Space Mountain – De la Terre à la Lune.
Fans gathered at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event were treated to major global park news during Horizons: A Carousel of Progress, the Disney Experiences showcase, including this milestone announcement for Disneyland Paris.
The decision marks a historic return to the Jules Verne–inspired steampunk roots that originally set the new Parisian version apart from every other Space Mountain coaster in the world.
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Visitors to Efteling can experience an innovative shuttle service this summer, as the theme park tests a self-driving bus to transport guests to and from nearby accommodation options.
It marks a major milestone for autonomous public transport, being only the second time a self-driving bus has operated on public roads in the Netherlands following a similar initiative in Rotterdam.
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This summer, Parc Spirou Provence is taking its popular late-night openings to a whole new level, with a series of evening events dedicated entirely to the world of NARUTO.
On August 13, 18, 22, 25, and 29, guests can extend their adventure into the night and experience an immersive atmosphere within the park's brand-new NARUTO Konoha Land area.
NARUTO Nocturnes offer a unique experience tailored for manga fans and families alike. Visitors can enjoy the park's rides under the night sky, take part in themed entertainment, and meet all their favourite characters from the popular franchise.
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Movie Park Germany has reached a landmark moment in its history, officially welcoming its 40-millionth guest since the park first opened its gates in 1996.
To celebrate the milestone, Germany's premier film and amusement destination in Bottrop-Kirchhellen rolled out the red carpet for an unsuspecting family and announced a major charitable contribution totalling €40,000.
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Plopsaland Belgium has announced that its highly anticipated new attraction, the Maya the Bee Flying Cinema (Vliegende Cinema), will open to guests on Saturday, 13 March 2027.
The opening date was revealed in the debut episode of a new making-of video series documenting the project. The series offers theme park fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the construction and development - featuring insights from Studio 100 co-founder Gert Verhulst and Plopsa Group CEO Carl Lenaerts.
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Gardaland Resort in Italy has officially launched Minecraft Meet The Mobs, a new limited-time summer event running until 28 August 2026.
For summer 2026, Gardaland Resort is the sole destination in Italy and one of only two theme parks in Europe hosting the event, alongside Alton Towers Resort in the United Kingdom.
