by Donald Wood
Last updated: 1:10 PM ET, Wed March 20, 2024
Mattel, Inc. and Epic Resort Destinations announced a new partnership
that includes the construction of a second
Mattel Adventure Park in Bonner Springs, Kansas, which is scheduled to open
in 2026.
Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City will feature several major
attractions, including fully themed Hot
Wheels roller coasters, such as the Bone Shaker: The Ultimate Ride—featuring
the famous hot rod’s skull design—and the double-looping Twin Mill Racer.
“Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City will bring our iconic
brands to life with epic roller coasters, family-friendly attractions, an
immersive theater, themed dining, and so much more,” Mattel Chief Franchise
Officer Josh Silverman said.
“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,” Silverman continued.
In addition to the Hot Wheels-themes, there will be additional
Mattel brands represented, including Thomas & Friends: World of Sodor, which
boasts five family-friendly experiential attractions and rides.
For Barbie fans, the Kansas City property will also house the
larger-than-life Barbie Beach House, the interactive retail Barbie Dream Closet
Experience, a Barbie-themed flying theater, and The Barbie Rooftop restaurant
and bar.
“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,” Epic
Resort Destinations President Mark Cornell said.
“We are bringing Mattel’s powerhouse brands to life through
state-of-the-art technology and engaging experiences,” Cornell continued. “This
new destination is sure to provide infinite fun for the whole family.”
Travelers can also head to the Castle Grayskull fortress to
partake in He-Man vs. Skeletor Laser Tag, play a round of 18-hole mini golf inspired
by Magic 8 Ball, Pictionary and other beloved Mattel games.
Mattel is opening its first
theme park this year, Mattel Adventure Park Glendale, Arizona, which will
be located south of State Farm Stadium in Glendale at VAI Resort. The property will
be Arizona’s first fully themed indoor/outdoor amusement park.
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