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Former #WaltDisneyWorld cast member and award-winning journalist Robert Niles covers the world’s top themed entertainment destinations, including #Disneyland, #UniversalStudios and more.
Universal Destinations & Experiences announced today that it will bring a Fast & Furious-themed indoor thrill ride to its Universal Studios Beijing theme park in China. The park is getting a new nighttime spectacular, too. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Universal plans to bring Fast and Furious ride to China
Universal Destinations & Experiences announced today that it will bring a Fast & Furious-themed indoor thrill ride to its Universal Studios Beijing theme park in China. The park is getting a new night...
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September 16, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Universal Destinations & Experiences announced today that it will bring a Fast & Furious-themed indoor thrill ride to its Universal Studios Beijing theme park in China. The park is getting a new nighttime spectacular, too. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
LOL for Universal Studios Hollywood holding its celebrity grand opening for its new roller coaster the day after the Emmys - when everyone is in town - and yet no celebrities showed. Not even Vin Diesel, the Fast & Furious star the park had promoted would attend. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3m-...
Opening Ceremony for Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift
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September 16, 2026 at 2:58 AM
LOL for Universal Studios Hollywood holding its celebrity grand opening for its new roller coaster the day after the Emmys - when everyone is in town - and yet no celebrities showed. Not even Vin Diesel, the Fast & Furious star the park had promoted would attend. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3m-...
Universal Studios Hollywood finally has its world-class roller coaster. Come ride with me on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift. Full review at www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Universal crosses the finish line with a new world-class coaster
Let's talk about race cars, drifting, Hollywood franchises, and the long road that has brought Universal Studios Hollywood its first world-class roller coaster, Fast and Furious Hollywood Drift.
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September 16, 2026 at 2:12 AM
Universal Studios Hollywood finally has its world-class roller coaster. Come ride with me on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift. Full review at www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Disney's Hong Kong park celebrates 21 years, as Six Flags dominates the week in theme park news with three big announcements. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Walk Time: Happy birthday to Hong Kong Disneyland
Disney's Hong Kong park celebrates 21 years, as Six Flags dominates the week in theme park news with three big announcements.
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September 12, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Disney's Hong Kong park celebrates 21 years, as Six Flags dominates the week in theme park news with three big announcements. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
There's a new way to pay for a Six Flags season pass. But watch out, you could be signing up for a high-interest loan that could cost you much more than the list price of that season pass. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Six Flags offers new payment plans for season passes
There's a new way to pay for a Six Flags season pass. But watch out, you could be signing up for a high-interest loan that could cost you much more than the list price of a season pass.
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September 7, 2026 at 5:35 PM
There's a new way to pay for a Six Flags season pass. But watch out, you could be signing up for a high-interest loan that could cost you much more than the list price of that season pass. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
In our week-in-review, we have news from Universal, a no-news announcement from Six Flags, an attraction opening date from Efteling, and we welcome a special guest to our podcast. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Walk Time: Celebrating the last weeks of summer
In our week-in-review, we have news from Universal, a no-news announcement from Six Flags, an attraction opening date from Efteling, and we welcome a special guest to our podcast.
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September 5, 2026 at 5:20 PM
In our week-in-review, we have news from Universal, a no-news announcement from Six Flags, an attraction opening date from Efteling, and we welcome a special guest to our podcast. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
There’s something special, even magical, about what Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights pulled off with Sinners, the haunted house recreating Ryan Coogler’s Oscar-winning masterpiece. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Sinners, original IP lead the way at Horror Nights Hollywood
There’s still something special, even magical, about what Horror Nights Hollywood pulled off with Sinners, the haunted house recreating Ryan Coogler’s Oscar-winning masterpiece. But in 2026, Horror Ni...
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September 4, 2026 at 8:09 PM
There’s something special, even magical, about what Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights pulled off with Sinners, the haunted house recreating Ryan Coogler’s Oscar-winning masterpiece. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
After last week promising 'an official announcement' on September 3, today Six Flags Magic Mountain told fans to wait another week for news about its 2027 roller coaster. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Six Flags kicks the can down the road on coaster reveal
After last week promising 'an official announcement' on September 3, today Six Flags Magic Mountain told fans to wait another week.
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September 3, 2026 at 5:56 PM
After last week promising 'an official announcement' on September 3, today Six Flags Magic Mountain told fans to wait another week for news about its 2027 roller coaster. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
That's a wrap for Universal Studios Florida's Animal Actors show, which will close in November. Story and discussion at www.themeparkinsider.com/discussion/t...
CLOSING: 'Universal Orlando’s Animal Actors On Location!'
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September 2, 2026 at 6:02 PM
That's a wrap for Universal Studios Florida's Animal Actors show, which will close in November. Story and discussion at www.themeparkinsider.com/discussion/t...
We are less than a week away from getting all the official details about the new Harry Potter land coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Harry Potter Abu Dhabi announcement set for next week
We are less than a week away from getting all the official details about the new Harry Potter land coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi.
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September 1, 2026 at 8:23 PM
We are less than a week away from getting all the official details about the new Harry Potter land coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Step back in time to see what Disneyland was like in the late 1960s and early 1970s. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Step back in time to visit Disneyland 50 years ago
Step back in time to see what Disneyland was like in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It's time for more Niles family home movies.
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September 1, 2026 at 7:13 PM
Step back in time to see what Disneyland was like in the late 1960s and early 1970s. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202609...
Finally! Universal Studios Hollywood has set an official opening date for Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift. Get ready to ride with the family starting September 16. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Universal sets opening date for Hollywood Drift
Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift has been in technical rehearsals and previews for the past month, but the coaster will open officially to all park visitors starting September 16.
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August 31, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Finally! Universal Studios Hollywood has set an official opening date for Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift. Get ready to ride with the family starting September 16. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
We have a groundbreaking ceremonyin Texas and first track install in Indiana, as regional theme parks get going on their new rides for 2027. Story at www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Construction update: Six Flags, Holiday World start on 2027
We have a groundbreaking ceremony in Texas and first track install in Indiana, as regional theme parks get going on their new rides for 2027.
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August 26, 2026 at 6:16 PM
We have a groundbreaking ceremonyin Texas and first track install in Indiana, as regional theme parks get going on their new rides for 2027. Story at www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Do not mourn what is lost, when we can celebrate and give thanks for what we once shared. Dolly Parton has passed away. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Dolly Parton passes away at age 80
Country music legend and Dollywood founder Dolly Parton passed away today, her family announced.
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August 25, 2026 at 6:26 PM
Do not mourn what is lost, when we can celebrate and give thanks for what we once shared. Dolly Parton has passed away. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Remember the Mattel Adventure Park project? Now we have some news about that indoor theme park development. And guess what? It's not an opening date. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Developer exits Mattel theme park project in Arizona
Remember the Mattel Adventure Park project? Now we have some news about that indoor theme park development. And guess what? It's not an opening date.
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August 24, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Remember the Mattel Adventure Park project? Now we have some news about that indoor theme park development. And guess what? It's not an opening date. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
The slow turn to Fall continues in Orlando this week, with the opening of two signature events at Disney and Universal. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Rope Drop: 'Sinners' comes to Horror Nights this week
The slow turn to Fall continues in Orlando this week, with the opening of two signature events at Disney and Universal.
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August 23, 2026 at 11:12 PM
The slow turn to Fall continues in Orlando this week, with the opening of two signature events at Disney and Universal. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
This week we looked ahead to Disney's theme park future, while celebrating the start of Halloween season at Disneyland. Catch up with all the news: www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Walk Time: Talking about Disney's theme park future
This week we looked ahead to Disney's theme park future, while celebrating the start of Halloween season at Disneyland. Follow the jump to catch up with all the news.
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August 22, 2026 at 8:37 PM
This week we looked ahead to Disney's theme park future, while celebrating the start of Halloween season at Disneyland. Catch up with all the news: www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
What if a theme park attraction just skipped the parts that would otherwise have kept you - or your child - from riding? Disney has a plan for that. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Disney envisions new ways to modify attractions
What if a theme park attraction just skipped the parts that would otherwise have kept you - or your child - from riding? That might seem like a dream, but it could become reality under plans detailed ...
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August 20, 2026 at 8:47 PM
What if a theme park attraction just skipped the parts that would otherwise have kept you - or your child - from riding? Disney has a plan for that. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Now that we know that Walt Disney Imagineering is redesigning Disneyland's Tomorrowland, what do we want? www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Let's crowdsource a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrowland for Disney
Now that we know that Walt Disney Imagineering is redesigning Disneyland's Tomorrowland, what do we want?
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August 19, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Now that we know that Walt Disney Imagineering is redesigning Disneyland's Tomorrowland, what do we want? www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
This year's new Knott's Scary Farm mazes will be the archeology-themed Unearthed and the animation-themed Inked. The latter is giving Walt Disney vibes with an animator bringing a very Mickey-looking cat to life with a drop of his own blood. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Knott's serves up a deranged Disney for Scary Farm
Knott's Berry Farm tonight announced its two new mazes and entertainment for this year's edition of Knott's Scary Farm. The park is partnering the Magic Castle for a new Bird Cage Theatre show, too.
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August 19, 2026 at 3:35 AM
This year's new Knott's Scary Farm mazes will be the archeology-themed Unearthed and the animation-themed Inked. The latter is giving Walt Disney vibes with an animator bringing a very Mickey-looking cat to life with a drop of his own blood. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Disney put the 'show' into its 2026 D23 theme parks showcase like never before. But did this new approach to the Disney Experiences Showcase work? www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
What is the future for Disney's D23 showcase?
Disney put the 'show' into its eighth D23 theme parks showcase like never before. But did this new approach to the Disney Experiences Showcase work?
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August 18, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Disney put the 'show' into its 2026 D23 theme parks showcase like never before. But did this new approach to the Disney Experiences Showcase work? www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
After years of development during which several of its rides have opened, the new amusement park around Texas' F1 track will open officially to guests next month. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Cotaland announces its opening date
The park has been in development for five years, and during which time it has opened several of its attractions. Among them is Circuit Breaker, the Vekoma tilt coaster that opened last year. But the e...
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August 18, 2026 at 6:16 PM
After years of development during which several of its rides have opened, the new amusement park around Texas' F1 track will open officially to guests next month. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Six Flags again is leaning into IP-driven haunted mazes for its Halloween events this year, with 11 new haunts across the country inspired by Diablo, Jason, Final Destination, and The Blair Witch Project. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Six Flags reveals 2026 Halloween event details
Six Flags again is leaning into IP-driven haunted mazes for its Halloween events this year, with 11 new haunts across the country inspired by Diablo, Jason, Final Destination, and The Blair Witch Proj...
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August 17, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Six Flags again is leaning into IP-driven haunted mazes for its Halloween events this year, with 11 new haunts across the country inspired by Diablo, Jason, Final Destination, and The Blair Witch Project. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Imagineering has drawn up an incredible play. Now comes the hardest part: Disney must finish the job to capitalize on all the goodwill it has earned over the past two years. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Now it's time for Disney to execute its theme park plans
Imagineering has drawn up an incredible play. Now comes the hardest part: Disney must finish the job to capitalize on all the goodwill it has earned over the past two years.
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August 16, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Imagineering has drawn up an incredible play. Now comes the hardest part: Disney must finish the job to capitalize on all the goodwill it has earned over the past two years. www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Ready for tonight's big Disney Experiences Showcase and all the new theme park attraction reveals? I am live-blogging the news and sharing commentary over on ThemeParkInsider.com! #D23 www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...
Here is what Disney announced tonight at D23
Welcome to Theme Park Insider's live blog of the 2026 D23 Disney Experiences Showcase. Neil Patrick Harris is the host at the Honda Center in Anaheim, while I am guiding you through the blog here on T...
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August 16, 2026 at 1:48 AM
Ready for tonight's big Disney Experiences Showcase and all the new theme park attraction reveals? I am live-blogging the news and sharing commentary over on ThemeParkInsider.com! #D23 www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202608...