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As 2025 unfolds, theme park enthusiasts across the United States are gearing up for exciting new seasons at their favorite parks. Whether you're planning a summer thrill ride or a winter getaway, the country's most beloved theme parks are ready to welcome visitors with a variety of opening dates.
In this article we'll roundup the opening dates for every major theme park in North America, so you can start planning your theme park adventures and amusement park road trips.
For more information about each park featured, be sure to follow the links to our comprehensive park guides.
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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has announced exciting new details about Wild Oasis, including new animal species coming to the park, a new drop tower ride and new interactive climbing structures, a splash pad and more.
Located within the Jungala part of the park, the new Wild Oasis area will be North America's most immersive kid-friendly adventure realm when it opens this Spring 2025, designed to ignite the imagination and engage all the senses, promising non-stop excitement for every member of the family.
Wild Oasis will transport guests into a vibrant environment inspired by the beauty and biodiversity of the rainforest. Inside the realm, Habitat Hideaway will introduce guests to all-new animals who will be joining the park's collection of over 200 animal species.
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Kentucky Kingdom Theme & Water Park is ringing in 2025 by announcing a new themed land, including three new family rides, debuting in May.
Focused on celebrating the beauty and spirit of the Bluegrass with a Kentucky twist, the exciting addition will feature new rides, attractions and dining options that promise fun for every member of the family.
The new new Kentucky-themed land will also include 10 re-themed rides with a Kentucky twist, a brand-new playground and two reimagined dining locations, serving up delicious local flavors.
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Walt Disney World Resort has shared with us some exciting new details on everything that's coming to their theme parks in 2025.
There's a LOT to look forward to in 2025 at "The Most Magical Place On Earth". With so many stage shows, attractions and a new night-time parade to choose from, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.
We can’t wait to experience all the incredible things coming to Walt Disney World Resort in 2025. Let’s dive in!
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SeaWorld San Diego has revealed that their latest aquatic attraction, Jewels of the Sea: A Jellyfish Experience, will open in Spring 2025.
"The Jellyfish Experience" will be the first of its kind for SeaWorld parks and the newest immersive and interactive aquarium at the park. Featuring a variety of jelly species, beautiful storytelling and a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes in three unique galleries, this remarkable exhibit will delight and exhilarate guests.
Part of SeaWorld's mission is to educate and inspire guests to explore the wonders of the ocean, and this upcoming exhibit provides a detailed look at jellyfish with exceptional educational components throughout the exhibit.
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Darkness descends upon Busch Gardens Williamsburg in 2025 as the European-themed park unveils its newest and most immersive family attraction yet – North America's longest family inverted coaster, The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf's Revenge!
Set in a bustling Bavarian village preparing for a festival, the celebration quickly turns into chaos as glowing red eyes and bone-chilling howls signal the return of a terrifying creature. While trekking across the German countryside, riders become the beast on this all-new exhilarating adventure.
Located in the Oktoberfest area of the park, this new ride will be the park's eleventh roller coaster. Manufactured by Swiss company Bolliger & Mabillard, it joins the park's diverse lineup of roller coasters, with a range of attractions for both thrill seekers and families.
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Universal Orlando Resort’s highly-anticipated new theme park, Universal Epic Universe, will officially open on May 22, 2025.
Universal Epic Universe is the most ambitious theme park Universal Destinations and Experiences has ever created and will be the next gamechanger for theme park entertainment.
With more than 50 incredible new experiences, ranging from ground-breaking attractions to breath-taking entertainment to incredible themed dining and shopping, Universal Epic Universe is by far the most highly-anticipated new attraction opening in 2025.
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SeaWorld San Antonio has unveiled plans for a brand-new world of discovery, the Rescue Jr. hub, set to open in Spring 2025.
This new hands-on adventure zone will transport younger guests into the heart of SeaWorld's animal rescue efforts, where they'll tackle immersive rides, conquer towering climbing structures, splash through vibrant water features and bring to life the rescue and rehabilitation work the SeaWorld team does.
From interactive play to child-friendly coasters, Rescue Jr. aims to inspire and entertain guests of all ages, while connecting them to SeaWorld's rescue, rehabilitation and conservation efforts.
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Cedar Point, in Ohio, will add new thrills to its world-renowned and record-breaking collection of scream machines with the 2025 debut of Siren’s Curse – the tallest, fastest and longest “tilt” roller coaster in North America.
Siren’s Curse hearkens to the legend and lore of mysterious creatures living beneath the surface of Lake Erie; often spoken of – but never spotted. The sirens of the lake who lured sailors to their underwater demise with their sweet, seductive songs will finally rise to land and attempt to entrap guests in a sinister two-minute fate of non-stop roller coaster innovation.
The new 'Tilt Coaster' model from Vekoma Rides is one of the most unique roller coaster developments in recent years and will offer a high-thrill, visually impactful and attractive coaster experience.
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SeaWorld Orlando is set to transport guests to one of the most remote and awe-inspiring regions of the world in its new Arctic-themed flying theater, slated to open in Spring 2025.
This immersive indoor attraction promises a thrilling adventure through the polar wilderness, offering an unprecedented view of the icy terrains, frozen waters, and the diverse wildlife that inhabits the Arctic.
The new flying theater will take visitors on an exhilarating journey, allowing them to soar over snow-covered landscapes and glide beneath the surface of frozen seas. Along the way, guests will encounter iconic Arctic creatures such as beluga whales, orcas, and walruses, as well as the stunning natural phenomenon of the northern lights.
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Hersheypark, Pennsylvania’s largest amusement park, in collaboration with S&S Worldwide, is thrilled to unveil Twizzlers Twisted Gravity, an exciting, record-breaking attraction set to open in summer 2025.
As the tallest Screamin’ Swing in the world, this new addition to the park promises a high-thrill experience that combines cutting-edge ride design with the iconic Twizzlers brand.
Known for its fun-filled atmosphere, the park features world-class roller coasters like Fahrenheit, Skyrush and Great Bear. Hersheypark is also home to Hershey’s Chocolate World, where guests can learn about the chocolate-making process, shop for sweet treats, and enjoy fun interactive experiences.
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Six Flags Fiesta Texas has announced park enhancements, thrilling upgrades, and three all-new family-friendly thrill rides creating the largest DC Universe at any amusement park in the United States.
The three brand-new rides, CYBORG Cyber Revolution, SHAZAM! Tower of Eternity and METROPOLIS Transit Authority were presented during the annual FT92 fan event. One of the most anticipated events each year, FT92 highlights the latest park developments and new attraction announcements.
Additional park enhancements include the transformation of several existing attractions to include new Superheroes and Villains including THE PENGUIN Gotham City Getaway, SUPERGIRL Sky Flight, POISON IVY Toxic Spin, and more.
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Fear the wrath as you prepare to take on Six Flags Great America’s new attraction for 2025, Wrath of Rakshasa, the steepest and most inverted dive coaster in the world!
Wrath of Rakshasa is a custom-designed dive roller coaster created by the legendary ride manufacturer Bolliger & Mabillard.
Announced as part of an major lineup of park investments across the Six Flags chain in 2025, this will be the first new roller coaster at Six Flags Great America in six years.
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Launching through space and time, Quantum Accelerator will debut as New England’s first dual-launch straddle coaster and opens in 2025.
Six Flags New England, located in Massachusetts, is a thrilling theme park offering an exciting mix of roller coasters, family-friendly attractions, and seasonal entertainment.
Quantum Accelerator is a family-friendly thrill ride with two exciting launches, twists and turns, 11 moments of airtime, and speeds up to 45 miles per hour.
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Kings Dominion, in Virginia, is thrilled to announce the arrival of Rapterra as part of the park's 50th anniversary season in 2025.
Standing at 145 feet tall and stretching 3,086 feet long, this new attraction will be the world's tallest and longest launched wing coaster, and it promises to offer an unforgettable experience filled with heights, speed and exhilarating maneuvers for all park-goers.
Manufactured by industry leader Bolliger and Mabillard, Rapterra's winged coaster design positions riders on either side of the track, offering an immersive, floorless experience that simulates flying.
