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Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City set for 2026 opening
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attel, Inc. - through a licensing partnership with Epic Resort Destinations - has announced plans
for a second Mattel Adventure Park location in an all-new entertainment resort destination located in Bonner Springs, Kansas. The all- new, family-friendly themed entertainment destination is set to open in 2026, with plans to break ground later this year. Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City will offer
the highly anticipated attractions of Mattel Adventure Park Glendale, Arizona, including fully themed Hot Wheels roller coasters such as the Hot Wheels Bone Shaker: The Ultimate Ride and the Hot Wheels Twin Mill Racer. Designed to delight fans of all ages, the Hot Wheels Bone Shaker themed ride will feature the famous hot rod’s skull design, while the double-looping Hot Wheels Twin Mill Racer guarantees a serious adrenaline boost for all riders. While these attractions promise full-throttle
fun for racing enthusiasts of all ages, there is plenty in store for park guests from other fan-favorite Mattel brands such as Thomas & Friends: World of Sodor, which includes five family-friendly experiential attractions and rides including a dedicated indoor play space for little adventurers. Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City will also be home to the larger-than-life Barbie
Beach House, featuring an interactive retail experience where fans can build their customized Barbie sets in the Barbie Dream Closet Experience, which uses hologram technology to bring Barbie to life right before guests’ eyes. The attraction also includes a unique, Barbie-themed flying theater and The Barbie Rooftop restaurant and bar. At He-Man vs. Skeletor Laser Tag, Masters
of the Universe fans can fight for Eternia in a massive laser tag arena in the likeness of the iconic Castle Grayskull fortress. Mattel Adventure Park will additionally offer a mini golf experience featuring 18 holes inspired by Magic 8 Ball, Pictionary and other beloved Mattel games, plus a larger-than-life custom climb UNO structure that delivers nostalgia and adventure for all ages. “Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City will
bring our iconic brands to life with epic roller coasters, family-friendly attractions, an immersive theatre, themed dining, and so much more,” said Josh Silverman, Chief Franchise Officer at Mattel. “We are thrilled to expand these themed entertainment destinations and invite new fans to experience the world of Mattel in all-new ways as they create lasting memories with loved ones.” “We are proud and excited to announce
Kansas City, Kansas, as the second themed entertainment destination location for Mattel
Adventure Park, an Epic Resort Destinations licensing partnership with Mattel,” said Mark Cornell, President of Epic Resort Destinations. “We are bringing Mattel’s powerhouse brands to life through state-of-the-art technology and engaging experiences. This new destination is sure to provide infinite fun for the whole family.”
Seattle to see Tomb Raider-themed escape room
An escape room based on the popular video game Tomb Raider is set to open in Seattle, Washington, US.
Located in a 4,000sq.ft facility just a short walk from the famous Pike Place Market, it will be operated by Hourglass Attractions.
Guests will experience life with the game’s famous protagonist, Lara Croft, joining her on an expedition to a temple found in a volcano.
Geekwire reports that the owner and creative director of Hourglass Attractions, Seth Wolfson, has been designing and operating escape rooms for eight years. The company already operates two other attractions in Seattle, Evil Dead 2 and Arkham Horror: Mystery at Innsmount. The game should last around 90 minutes, with the experience culminating in a grand finale featuring lava.
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