Legoland part of $90M indoor roller coaster project

For the millions flocking to Florida amusement parks in the summer, there is soon to be some reprieve from the heat. Legoland Florida’s parent company, Merlin Entertainments, recently announced the construction of an indoor roller coaster — a first for the company. 

According to the company, this is making the biggest single in-park investment in the resorts’ histories. Merlin will invest $90 million on the indoor roller coaster in Florida and one debuting in Legoland California. Both rides are slated to open in 2026, according to a statement. 

“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,” says CEO of Merlin Entertainments Fiona Eastwood in a statement. “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.”

Names of the coasters and other details, like groundbreaking, were not provided. 

Legoland Florida opened in 2011 in Winter Haven. The 150-acre theme park has more than 50 rides. It is among 11 Legoland Parks open globally. In 2023, visitors across all parks totaled 16.7 million according to the company.