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Silver Dollar City to retire Thunderation | Attractions Daily After 33 years of runaway thrills through the Ozark Mountains, a classic coaster will be retired at the end of the 2026 season.

After 33 years of runaway thrills at Silver Dollar City, a classic Arrow Dynamics coaster will be retired at the end of the park's 2026 season.

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What's coming in 2026 to Walt Disney World | Attractions Daily Walt Disney World Resort has a comprehensive slate of operational updates and ride refreshments lined up for 2026.

Florida's #WaltDisneyWorld has a comprehensive slate of updates lined up for 2026, headlined by significant retheming and updates across all four #Disney theme parks.

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InnovateX 2026 Reveals Full Speaker Programme | Attractions Daily Experience UK has unveiled details for InnovateX 2026, confirming a lineup for one of the UK’s leading forums on the experience economy.

Experience UK has officially unveiled details for #InnovateX 2026, confirming a robust lineup of industry heavyweights for one of the UK’s leading forums on the experience economy.

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Roarr! Dinosaur Park pivots due to zoo licensing requirements | Attractions Daily Roarr! Dinosaur Park, a major family attraction in the East of England, has announced changes due to industry legislation.

ROARR, a leading dinosaur park in the East of England, has announced changes due to industry legislation.
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Josh D’Amaro to Lead The Walt Disney Company as Next CEO | Attractions Daily The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors has unanimously elected its next Chief Executive Officer, Josh D'Amaro.

In a move that signals a continued focus on the strength of its theme parks and resort business, The Walt Disney Company has elected Josh D'Amaro as its next CEO.

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The Dream ends for Margate's Scenic Railway | Attractions Daily In a controversial move, Dreamland Margate has officially announced that the Scenic Railway, has completed its final journey.

In a controversial move that marks the end of a century-long era for the British seaside, #Dreamland #Margate has officially announced that the Scenic Railway, the UK’s oldest roller coaster, has completed its final journey as an operational ride. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2026/01/drea...

Disneyland Handcrafted explores industry origins | Attractions Daily The storied history of the theme park industry has reentered the spotlight, as Disney releases an intimate look at its beginning.

The storied origins of the theme park industry have reentered the spotlight, as The Walt Disney Company releases Disneyland Handcrafted, an intimate feature-length documentary from Leslie Iwerks and Iwerks & Co.

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Universal Orlando announces Fast & Furious roller coaster | Attractions Daily Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced the next major addition to its thrill ride portfolio, confirming that Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift will arrive in 2027.

Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced the next major addition to its thrill ride portfolio, Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, an Intamin roller coaster arriving in 2027. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2026/01/univ...

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IAAPA Expo 2025 has officially concluded in #Orlando, marking a record-breaking year for the global theme park industry. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/11/iaap... #IAAPAExpo

IAAPA Expo 2025 brings industry together in Orlando | Attractions Daily The global attractions industry is converging on Orlando for IAAPA Expo 2025, a five-day event at the Orange County Convention Center.

The IAAPA Expo 2025 is bringing the theme park industry together in Orlando. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/11/iaap...

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CONDUCTR Unveils Monster Motel: Challenge Rooms | Attractions Daily CONDUCTR has officially launched its new attraction concept, Monster Motel: Challenge Rooms, an evolution of the escape room concept.

Take a look at CONDUCTR's new Monster Motel: Challenge Rooms concept ahead of IAAPA Expo 2025. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/10/cond...

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CONDUCTR Unveils Monster Motel: Challenge Rooms | Attractions Daily CONDUCTR has officially launched its new attraction concept, Monster Motel: Challenge Rooms, an evolution of the escape room concept.

Take a look at CONDUCTR's new Monster Motel: Challenge Rooms concept ahead of IAAPA Expo 2025. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/10/cond...

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End of an era in #Maryland, US, as #SixFlags Entertainment Corporation closes its Six Flags America theme park. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/.../six-flag...

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Parc Astérix progresses with €250M Expansion | Attractions Daily Riding a wave of record attendance and prestigious industry awards, Parc Astérix has announced an ambitious €250 million investment plan.

Riding a wave of record attendance and prestigious industry awards, an ambitious €250 million investment plan has been announced for Parc Astérix. 🎢 Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/10/parc...

Pensthorpe Introduces UK's First Biosonification Garden | Attractions Daily Pensthorpe, a leading nature reserve in Norfolk, has launched the United Kingdom's first Biosonification Garden.

Pensthorpe, a leading nature reserve in #Norfolk, has launched the United Kingdom’s first Biosonification Garden, originally unveiled by Alan Partridge. 🌼 Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/10/pens...

Disney announces new Soarin' experiences | Attractions Daily Soarin' Across America, a new film experience, will be open at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.

The Walt Disney Company has announced Soarin' Across America, a new-look immersive flight experience by Walt Disney Imagineering, set to open at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort on both US coasts. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/10/soar...

Universal unveils themed lands for new theme park | Attractions Daily Universal Destinations & Experiences unveiled more details about experiences planned for its upcoming theme park in Fresco, Texas, US.

Universal Studios has unveiled more details about experiences planned for Universal Kids Resort in Fresco, #Texas, US. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/10/univ...

Musée du Louvre closed due to robbery | Attractions Daily Musée du Louvre, the home of the Mona Lisa and the world's most visited museum, has been closed following a reported robbery.

Musée du Louvre, the world’s most visited museum, has been closed following a reported robbery in #paris. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/10/muse...

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Six Flags announces major leadership shake-up | Attractions Daily Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is heading into the new year with a significant change in its leadership lineup.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation will be heading into the new year with a significant change in its #themepark leadership.

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Alton Towers' Scarefest returns with horrifyingly great family fun | Attractions Daily Attractions Daily travelled to Alton Towers to discover what's new at this year's Scarefest. Exclusive entertainment, scare mazes and more.

This Halloween season, we were invited to #AltonTowers to experience this year's #Scarefest, including the all-new Edge of the Forest... Not for the faint-hearted! 🏚🍃

Here's our Scarefest 2025 roundup: attractionsdaily.com/2025/10/alto...

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New audio-animatronics to enhance Walt Disney World attractions | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News Walt Disney World is set to receive a technological boost with new and upgraded Audio-Animatronics figures across three of its theme parks.

New Walt Disney Imagineering audio-animatronics to enhance #WaltDisneyWorld theme park attractions.

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Universal Orlando reopens Stardust Racers coaster | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News Universal Parks and Resorts has provided an update following reports of an incident at its newest theme park.

Universal Orlando Resort reopens headline coaster Stardust Racers following a reported incident at Universal Destinations & Experiences' newest theme park, #EpicUniverse.

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Pleasurewood Hills theme park sold by Looping Group | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News Looping Group have announced the sale of Pleasurewood Hills, a family theme park in Suffolk, UK.

Looping Group have announced the sale of #PleasurewoodHills Family #themepark, based in #Suffolk, UK. 🎢

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National Railway Museum reopens Station Hall following renovation| Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News The National Railway Museum is celebrating its 50th birthday by sharing the results of a multi-million pound refurbishment.

National Railway Museum reopens Station Hall after multi-million pound renovations by Science Museum Group.
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Merlin Entertainment creates two new US experiences | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News Merlin Entertainments, the global theme park and attraction operator, has opened Super Neon and WONDRA destinations in the US.

Merlin Entertainments and Fever debut new immersive attractions in #Chicago and #Minneapolis. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/09/wond...

The Harris Museum reopens to record crowds | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News The Harris’ spectacular reopening weekend saw thousands of visitors flocking to explore the £19 million transformed cultural landmark.

The Harris’ reopening weekend saw thousands of visitors flocking to #Preston to explore the £19 million transformed cultural landmark.

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IAAPA Expo Europe 2025 concludes with strong attendance | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News IAAPA Expo Europe 2025 has successfully wrapped up in Spain, bringing five days of education, networking, and innovation to a close.

IAAPA Expo Europe 2025 has successfully wrapped up with strong attendance and new announcements. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/09/iaap...

Six Flags announces world-first giga dive coaster | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News Six Flags Over Texas has officially announced a major new B&M roller coaster investment for the upcoming 2026 season.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has announced a record-breaking giga dive rollercoaster for the upcoming season at #SixFlagsOverTexas. 🎢 (@sixflags.bsky.social)

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IAAPA elects new global board of directors for 2026 | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions has elected its Global Board of Directors, with terms set to begin in 2026.

The International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions (#IAAPA) has elected nine industry stalwarts to its Global Board of Directors, with terms set to begin in 2026. Read more: attractionsdaily.com/2025/09/iaap...

Lego to acquire Discovery Centres from Merlin Entertainments | Attractions Daily - Latest Industry News The LEGO Group has announced it will acquire LEGOLAND Discovery Centres from attractions operator Merlin Entertainments.

The #Lego Group has announced it will acquire the entire network of 29 #Legoland Discovery Centres from attractions operator #MerlinEntertainments.

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