A major transformation is coming to Movieland Park on the shores of Lake Garda, with the resort announcing a new themed area called Bugs Town Studios set to debut in 2026.

The development replaces the park’s former Stone Age themed area, and introduces a new story-driven environment where creativity, technology and immersive storytelling take centre stage.

Newly released concept artwork offers the first detailed look at the colourful world that guests can expect, featuring a mix of new attractions and rethemed rides inspired by a whimsical city where humans and insects coexist.

Finnish theme park Särkänniemi, located on its iconic lakeside peninsula in Tampere, Finland, will open a major new roller coaster for the 2026 season.

The attraction, named Konect, is a custom-designed family roller coaster from Dutch manufacturer Vekoma and represents one of the largest investments the park has made in years.

Slagharen has announced Sky Sifter, a major new Wild West attraction opening in spring 2026. The 30-metre-high ride will be the first Zamperla Discovery Revolution 30 with full inversion in the region, marking a significant milestone for the Dutch theme park.

Blending storytelling, technology and flexible ride programming, Sky Sifter is designed to broaden the park’s appeal, offering both high-thrill intensity and a more accessible family adventure in one striking attraction.

French theme park Kingoland has officially unveiled its headline addition for the 2026 season: Tomahawk, a new Super Spin attraction from Italian manufacturer Zamperla.

The announcement was made via the park’s official Instagram channel, confirming that the new thrill ride will open in 2026 as part of the continued expansion of the park’s western themed zone.

Dennlys Parc is preparing to launch its 2026 season with the addition of two brand-new attractions, continuing the French park’s steady investment in accessible, all-ages experiences.

Located in the Pas-de-Calais region, Dennlys Parc has built a reputation as a traditional, family-focused theme park, offering a mix of rides, shows and attractions aimed primarily at families with children.

The 2026 additions will expand the park’s offering further, introducing both a new thrill element and an attraction tailored to younger visitors. Both new attractions are being supplied by the Italian ride manufacturer Gosetto.

Duinrell has announced the upcoming opening of Duinrell Drifter, a brand-new interactive attraction set to debut at the park in the Netherlands.

Duinrell Drifter introduces a new hands-on ride experience where guests are not just passengers, but active participants, on an attraction featuring nine rally-style vehicles with a control lever that allows riders to influence the spinning and drifting motion of their vehicle, meaning no two rides are exactly the same.

The new ride reaches a top speed of 21.6 km/h and is designed to be accessible to a wide audience. With a minimum height requirement of 100 cm, Duinrell Drifter is suitable for families while still offering enough unpredictability and movement to appeal to teenagers and adults.

Leolandia in Italy is expanding its family ride lineup with a brand-new roller coaster for 2026 Reversum, a family-friendly spinning coaster manufactured by Mack Rides.

Set to become the largest coaster at Leolandia, Reversum promises fun for riders of nearly all ages with a dynamic spinning motion, smooth pacing, and surprising thrills without extremes.

One of the most beloved rides in Attractiepark Toverland’s indoor Land van Toos is getting a full refresh for the 2026 season.

The classic kids’ SBF Visa 'Convoy' attraction, Truukjes – a family favourite since the park’s opening in 2001 – will return with a fresh theme, redesigned vehicles and an all-new name: Morrel’s Truckjes.