LEGOLAND Florida and LEGOLAND California are making history! In 2026, both Resorts will debut a first-of-its-kind indoor roller coaster, marking the biggest in-park investment in their histories - approximately $90 million across both attractions.
Merlin Entertainments has announced that a a new indoor roller coaster that’s truly out of this world coming to LEGOLAND Florida and LEGOLAND California Resorts!
This first-of-its-kind new ride will launch at LEGOLAND Florida Resort and LEGOLAND California Resort in 2026. Merlin is making the biggest ever single in-park investment in the Resorts’ histories, spending approximately $90 million on these two new attractions, promising an experience that combines the creative world of LEGO building with an exhilarating ride and storyline that only LEGOLAND Parks can deliver for families with children ages 2 to 12.
"As we prepare to unveil this exciting new attraction designed, co-created and imagined by the amazing creative team at the LEGO Group and the unmatched talent of our Merlin Magic Makers, we hope the mystery and anticipation adds to awesome thrills to come," said CEO of Merlin Entertainments Fiona Eastwood. "These new coasters are unparalleled for LEGOLAND Resorts, promising to elevate two of our premier LEGOLAND Resorts to new heights, utilizing the latest technology and embracing the LEGO DNA, as only we can do."
"While the details remain under wraps, one thing is clear," said LEGOLAND Florida Resort President Franceen Gonzales. “This new ride will take our guests on an unprecedented adventure, setting a new standard for fun and imagination. While you wait, we’re opening our new SEA LIFE Florida Aquarium on May 23, 2025. These exciting attractions will give families a whole new reason to visit again and again.”
"This isn’t just a ride, it’ll be an exploration unlike any other,” said LEGOLAND California Resort President Kurt Stocks. “As the first rollercoaster to be built in 20 years at LEGOLAND California, we’re sparing no expense to deliver the most innovative, interactive and captivating experience possible.”
Exclusive hints and sneak peeks about the new attraction, including why it’s groundbreaking and the Resorts’ first-of-its-kind, will be shared on both Florida and California’s social media channels and websites leading up to the opening of the attractions.
Guests eager to be the first to get the latest updates can sign up at www.LEGOLAND.com.
About Merlin Entertainments
Merlin Entertainments is a world leader in branded entertainment destinations, offering a diverse portfolio of resort theme parks, city-center gateway attractions and LEGOLAND Resorts which span across the UK, US, Western Europe, China and Asia Pacific.
Dedicated to creating experiences that inspire joy and connection, Merlin welcomes more than 62 million guests annually to its diverse global estate in over 20 countries. An expert in bringing world-famous entertainment brands to life, Merlin works with partners including the LEGO Group, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Peppa Pig, DreamWorks and Ferrari to create destinations where guests can immerse themselves in a wide array of brand-driven worlds, rides and uplifting learning experiences.
See http://www.MerlinEntertainments.biz for more information.
About LEGOLAND Florida Resort
LEGOLAND Florida Resort is the ultimate vacation destination for families with kids. Located 45 minutes from Orlando and Tampa, the Resort features an interactive, 150-acre theme park with more than 50 rides, live shows and themed attractions inspired by popular LEGO brands and characters, including the new LEGO Ferrari Build & Race, where families can construct their own LEGO Ferrari models and race them on specially designed tracks.
The seasonably heated Water Park is open year-round, with more than a dozen family water slides, and three uniquely themed on-site accommodations. Just 130 kid-steps away from the theme park’s front gate, LEGOLAND Hotel and LEGOLAND Pirate Island Hotel bring the theme park fun into the hotel with nightly entertainment, resort pools, and guest rooms with separate adult and child sleeping areas, and in-room treasure hunts.
Just across the street, LEGOLAND Beach Retreat features beach-themed bungalows in village-style layout centered around outdoor play areas and unforgettable Florida lake views.
Guests can explore the wonders of the deep sea when SEA LIFE Florida makes its debut at
LEGOLAND Florida Resort in spring 2025.
See www.LEGOLAND.com/Florida for more informatioN.
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