Hot Wheels roller coaster, Barbie Beach House: Mattel Adventure Park to open in 2026

OFF ITS LITERACY LEAGUE. IT’S A LIFE SIZE TOY LOVERS DREAM. MATTEL IS ANNOUNCING PLANS TO BUILD A THEME PARK OUT IN BONNER SPRINGS BASED ON THEIR CREATIONS, BUT THAT ANNOUNCEMENT COMES WITH SEVERAL QUESTIONS. AND KMBC NINE’S REBECCA GANNON IS WORKING TO GET YOU ANSWERS. ALL RIGHT, MANY OF US ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE KANSAS SPEEDWAY. IT’S RIGHT OVER THERE. AND ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE HILL IS WHERE THE LEGENDS IS. AND IF YOU GO RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET, THIS IS WHERE THE NEW AMERICAN ROYAL FACILITY IS BEING BUILT. BUT JUST ABOUT HALF A MILE THAT DIRECTION IS WHERE BARBIE’S DREAM HOUSE COULD GO, RIGHT NOW IT’S A KANSAS FIELD IN MARCH, BUT IT HAS THE POTENTIAL TO BE SO MUCH MORE. 20 DIFFERENT ATTRACTIONS, EACH ATTACHED TO A MATTEL BRANDED TOY LIKE HOT WHEELS, ROLLER COASTERS AND YES, A HOT PINK BARBIE HOTSPOT. AND EVERYTHING WILL HAVE AN INDOOR COMPONENT I CAN OPERATE THIS PARK 365 DAYS A YEAR, AND KANSAS DOESN’T HAVE THAT. BUT THIS NORTHEASTERN CORNER OF BONNER SPRINGS DOES HAVE A GREAT LOCATION AT STATE AVENUE AND 118TH STREET, JUST DOWN THE WAY FROM LEGENDS AND SPORTING FIELD. I MEAN, THIS IS ONE OF THE GOT TO BE ONE OF THE FASTEST GROWING, YOU KNOW, AREAS IN THE COUNTRY. AND, YOU KNOW, I GENERALLY BELIEVE THIS. IS THE HEART OF AMERICA. BUT WHAT THE PRESIDENT OF EPIC RESORT DESTINATIONS DOESN’T. HAVE IS THE CITY’S APPROVAL TO BUILD IT. YET THAT PROCESS STARTS NEXT MONTH AT A CITY COUNCIL MEETING IN A STATEMENT PROVIDED TO KMBC TODAY, THE CITY’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR SAID IN PART WE ARE COMMITTED TO DISCUSSING THIS PROJECT WITH THE STATE, THE DEVELOPERS AND OUR COMMUNITY WHEN WE HAVE MORE DETAILS IN PLACE FOR DISCUSSION. GUYS, REMEMBER, THE MATTEL THEME PARK IS NOT A DONE DEAL YET. IT STILL HAS TO GO BEFORE CITY HALL AND HAVE A PUBLIC HEARING. AND THAT. HAPPENS APRIL 8TH AT 7:30 P.M. REBECCA GANNON KMBC NINE NEWS NOW. ANOTHER MATTEL THEME PARK IS ALREADY UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN ARIZONA. IF THIS PASSES, THE DEVELOPER HOPES TO BREAK GROUND THIS YEAR

Developers announced Wednesday that the country's second Mattel Adventure Park will open in 2026.The family-friendly themed entertainment destination is coming to Bonner Springs, Kansas, and is expected to break ground later this year. Mattel Adventure Park is already under construction at its first location in Glendale, Arizona. The theme park is expected to feature themed Hot Wheels roller coasters such as the Hot Wheels Bone Shaker: The Ultimate Ride and the Hot Wheels Twin Mill Racer. Also coming are attractions featuring Thomas the Train, specifically Thomas & Friends: World of Sodor, which includes five family-friendly experiential attractions and rides including a dedicated indoor play space for little adventurers.Mattel Adventure Park will also be home to the larger-than-life Barbie Beach House, featuring an interactive retail experience where fans can build their customized Barbie set in the Barbie Dream Closet Experience, which uses hologram technology to bring Barbie to life right before guests’ eyes. Organizers say the attraction will feature a Barbie-themed flying theater and rooftop restaurant and bar. Parkgoers can also check out He-Man vs. Skeletor Laser Tag, Masters of the Universe, in which fans can fight for Eternia in a massive laser tag arena in the likeness of the iconic Castle Grayskull fortress. Organizers also said Mattel Adventure Park will offer a mini golf experience featuring 18 holes inspired by Magic 8 Ball, Pictionary and other beloved Mattel games, plus a larger-than-life custom climb UNO structure that delivers nostalgia and adventure for all ages.“Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City will bring our iconic brands to life with epic roller coasters, family-friendly attractions, an immersive theatre, themed dining, and so much more,” Josh Silverman, Chief Franchise Officer at Mattel, 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.” Organizers say more details are expected in the coming weeks on the theme park's website. The press release from Mattel did not provide a specific location for the future theme park. However, the Economic Development Coordinator for the City of Bonner Springs said the city is considering a major project, including an amusement park and entertainment district, near 118th Street and State Avenue. However, the project is not yet a done deal.

Developers announced Wednesday that the country's second Mattel Adventure Park will open in 2026.

The family-friendly themed entertainment destination is coming to Bonner Springs, Kansas, and is expected to break ground later this year. Mattel Adventure Park is already under construction at its first location in Glendale, Arizona.

The theme park is expected to feature themed Hot Wheels roller coasters such as the Hot Wheels Bone Shaker: The Ultimate Ride and the Hot Wheels Twin Mill Racer.

Also coming are attractions featuring Thomas the Train, specifically Thomas & Friends: World of Sodor, which includes five family-friendly experiential attractions and rides including a dedicated indoor play space for little adventurers.

Mattel Adventure Park will also be home to the larger-than-life Barbie Beach House, featuring an interactive retail experience where fans can build their customized Barbie set in the Barbie Dream Closet Experience, which uses hologram technology to bring Barbie to life right before guests’ eyes.

Organizers say the attraction will feature a Barbie-themed flying theater and rooftop restaurant and bar.

Parkgoers can also check out He-Man vs. Skeletor Laser Tag, Masters of the Universe, in which fans can fight for Eternia in a massive laser tag arena in the likeness of the iconic Castle Grayskull fortress.

Organizers also said Mattel Adventure Park will offer a mini golf experience featuring 18 holes inspired by Magic 8 Ball, Pictionary and other beloved Mattel games, plus a larger-than-life custom climb UNO structure that delivers nostalgia and adventure for all ages.

“Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City will bring our iconic brands to life with epic roller coasters, family-friendly attractions, an immersive theatre, themed dining, and so much more,” Josh Silverman, Chief Franchise Officer at Mattel, 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.”

Organizers say more details are expected in the coming weeks on the theme park's website.

The press release from Mattel did not provide a specific location for the future theme park. However, the Economic Development Coordinator for the City of Bonner Springs said the city is considering a major project, including an amusement park and entertainment district, near 118th Street and State Avenue. However, the project is not yet a done deal.

Hot Wheels roller coaster, Barbie Beach House: Mattel Adventure Park to open in 2026

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