25-03-2025
Legoland Florida Resort in Winter Haven plans to launch indoor roller coast next year
Legoland Florida Resort plans to open an indoor roller coaster in 2026.
Merlin Entertainments, the corporate owner of the Winter Haven theme park, announced plans to build roller coasters at both its Legoland Florida and Legoland California Resorts. Merlin expects to spend about $90 million on the two attractions, the largest in-park investments ever at the two parks, the company said in a news release.
"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," Merlin Entertainments CEO Fiona Eastwood said in the release. "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."
The roller coaster is under construction at the former site of Lego Flying School, which closed in 2023. That ride contained some of the final remaining elements from its predecessor, the decades-old Cypress Gardens.
Legoland Florida will open its Sea Life Aquarium on May 23.
"While the details remain under wraps, one thing is clear," Legoland Florida Resort President Franceen Gonzales said in the release. 'This new ride will take our guests on an unprecedented adventure, setting a new standard for fun and imagination.'
Legoland California Resort President Kurt Stocks said that the coasters will be 'the most innovative, interactive and captivating experience possible.'
This article originally appeared on The Ledger: Legoland Florida plans to launch indoor roller coast next year
