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Join our hosts and guests as they bring you news and discussion about all things theme parks, as well as their thoughts on the latest Disney, Universal, and pop culture related news on The Attractions Podcast.
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Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast.
Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Epic Universe still not operating at full capacity; execs talk park’s future
Universal CEO’s Epic Universe prophecy fulfilled as Disney reports quarterly earnings
Vegas Sphere coming to the east coast
Six Flags parks opening dates 2026
Inside the new ‘Pokémon’ theme park land and its attractions
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
‘Fast & Furious’ roller coaster revealed for Universal Orlando; Supercharged closing | 7 announcements
Bluey roller coaster details revealed
Lunar New Year 2026 at Disneyland | Dates, food, characters
‘WALL-E’ musical sneak peek | New Disney show coming in 2026
All 8 ‘Harry Potter’ movies returning to theaters in 2026
Epic Universe digital guide now available!
Pokémon coming to Universal theme parks globally
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Universal teases mystery announcement | Roller coaster reveal incoming?
Universal Orlando to celebrate 25th anniversary of ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’
Scooby-Doo mashing up with Universal Monsters for new attraction
Universal reveals new ‘Harry Potter’ Forbidden Forest attraction coming
Disney on Broadway at Epcot Festival of the Arts 2026 | Photo tour
Original ‘Star Wars’ trilogy coming to Galaxy’s Edge timeline
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Halloween Horror Nights 2026 dates earliest ever | List of past year’s opening nights
Rip Ride Rockit replacement goes vertical | Universal Studios construction
Blue Man Group sets 2026 return date to Orlando at Icon Park
‘Buy 4, get 2 free deal’ for Disney World tickets & hotel rooms + 200 just-launched offers for 2026
‘Toy Story’ coming to Frontierland in Magic Kingdom
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Six Flags Qiddiya City | List of all 26 rides at new theme park
New Saudi park is ‘the first Six Flags theme park,’ not amusement park, exec says
Live entertainment returns to Animal Kingdom amphitheater, DinoLand lore expands again
New Orlando attractions opening in 2026 at Universal, Walt Disney World, and SeaWorld
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
New ‘Harry Potter’ theme park land announced — and not where you’d expect
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay animal habitat expansion coming in 2026: Lion & Hyena Ridge
Universal ‘holding back’ on operating Epic Universe at full capacity
Sloth World opening in Orlando in 2026
Taylor Swift ‘Eras Tour’ surprise opens at Disney World
Harry Potter Krispy Kreme doughnuts launching nationwide with ‘Houses of Hogwarts Day’
New theme park announced: RetroEscapes, ‘world’s first nostalgia park’ in Las Vegas
Disney theme park to be renamed in 2026 — and with it, redefine its purpose
All 11 Epic Universe rides, ranked
Six Flags America permanently closing after 2025 season
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Six Flags reinvesting in Looney Tunes IP in 2026
New Universal theme park planned for Saudi Arabia
Mattel water parks announced with Barbie, Hot Wheels | Locations revealed
Niagara Falls theme park part of multibillion-dollar government project
Disneyland Paris reveals new details about 10 upcoming projects
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ theme park ride | Art from the never-built attraction
New theme park Dracula Land in planning
Dig World construction-themed park from Dude Perfect opening in 2026
Sloth World opening in Orlando in 2026
Taylor Swift ‘Eras Tour’ surprise opens at Disney World
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Bluey attractions revealed for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disneyland in 2026
Muppets live appearances planned for Disney Cruise Line
DC and Universal ‘in talks’ for potential superhero rides
BON, ‘world’s first luxury-focused theme park,’ opening in 2026
Walt Disney World reveals opening & closing date timeframes for 8 major attractions
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
New ‘Harry Potter’ theme park land announced — and not where you’d expect
Isle of Berk decorated for ‘Snoggletog’ for Epic Universe’s first holiday season | Photo tour
Universal Orlando holiday food 2025: Best and worst seasonal menu items
Epcot Festival of the Holidays 2025: Best and worst new food
Disney testing ‘Avatar’ water animatronics for California Adventure?
Olaf walking animatronic coming to 2 Disney theme parks
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
2026 Thea Awards recognize Monsters Unchained, Haunted Mansion Parlor, and more | List of honorees
Nate Bargatze theme park ‘Nateland’ officially in development for Nashville
International Drive roller coaster planned from operator of canceled Skyplex ‘Polercoaster’
‘Top Gun’ rides, sing-along bar opening in Las Vegas in 2028 and possibly Orlando
Mattel water parks announced with Barbie, Hot Wheels
IAAPA Expo 2025: All the ride vehicles revealed for new theme park attractions
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
How Netflix House is bringing people back to malls with ‘Wednesday’ and ‘One Piece’ in Philadelphia
Krampus & Kin now at Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas for holiday season
Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll 2025 | New trees for Villains, ‘Fantasia,’ ‘Frozen’
Airline Luggage Transfer expanded at Disney World hotels
Epic Universe Christmas holiday decorations in Celestial Park | Photo tour
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Disney Destiny: Photos inside new heroes-vs.-villains cruise ship, updated all week
Character guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 at Magic Kingdom
Six Flags says closing or selling more parks is ‘priority’
Two new SeaWorld parks planned internationally, ‘concept development’ in progress
Mr. Beast theme park ‘Beast Land’ opening as limited-time pop-up
‘Encanto’ ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 2027 | Concept art, scale model, story details
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
‘Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition’ 18,000-square-foot museum tour begins in Philadelphia in 2026
New Universal U.K. theme park ‘anticipated’ opening set for 2031
‘Wicked: For Good’ arrives at Universal Orlando inside ‘Wicked: The Experience’
‘Zootopia: Better Zoogether!’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom | Inside the new show opening November 7
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Rip Ride Rockit demolition complete at Universal Studios Florida
Travis Kelce purchases stake in Six Flags with business partners
New balloons in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025: Shrek’s kids, Mario
Character guide for Disney Jollywood Nights 2025 at Hollywood Studios
Epic Universe 2026 ticket price calendar; still no annual pass option
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ coaster marks first launch ahead of 2026 opening at Universal Studios Hollywood
Express pass for single attractions testing at Universal Orlando
Soarin’ Across America opening at Epcot, Disney California Adventure in 2026
4 Six Flags parks removing surcharge for haunted houses at Halloween events
Barracuda Strike suspended roller coaster opening in 2026 at SeaWorld San Antonio
Universal Kids theme park in Texas: All rides, lands revealed
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Disney World ticket prices set new record, crossing $200 milestone for 1-day ticket in 2026
Universal Orlando holiday season 2025 | What’s new & what’s back
Six Flags Qiddiya City opening planned for late 2025 with world’s tallest & fastest roller coaster
New theme park announced: RetroEscapes, ‘world’s first nostalgia park’ in Las Vegas
Disney World news for 3 major attractions: Frozen, Muppets, & Zootopia
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
RIP Dr. Jane Goodall, 1934-2025 | Zoologist and consultant for Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Stardust Racers reopening after guest’s death following ride on Epic Universe coaster
Krampus coming to Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas for holiday season
Six Flags debuts original horror short film, ‘Come Out and Play’
All the new Disney Cruise Line ships sailing from 2025 to 2031
Disney Destiny cruise ship guide: Heroes and villains setting sail in 2025
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Scooby-Doo coming to Universal Fan Fest Nights 2026, mashing up with Universal Monsters
New thrill ride opening in 2026 at SeaWorld San Antonio
Tormenta Rampaging Run roller coaster opening in 2026 at Six Flags Over Texas
‘Galacticoaster’ indoor roller coaster opening at Legoland in Florida and California in 2026
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay expansion coming in 2026
Character guide for Disney Jollywood Nights 2025 at Hollywood Studios
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Space 220 Lounge debuting new menu at Epcot | Sneak peek & review
Jurassic Park River Adventure closing for most of 2026 at Universal Islands of Adventure
Stardust Racers remains closed after guest’s death following ride on Epic Universe coaster
SeaWorld Orlando opening suspended dark ride in 2026, SeaQuest
Dollywood’s 2026 ride revealed: NightFlight Expedition coaster/whitewater hybrid
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