LEGOLAND® California and LEGOLAND® Florida Resorts Launch Families to the Edge of Space for National Space Day
Galacticoaster riders become “virtual astronauts” as their reactions are sent more than 100,000 feet above earth!
LEGOLAND Launches Galacticoaster for Space Day. Family fun is reaching new heights this National Space Day as LEGOLAND Florida Resort and LEGOLAND California Resort launch an out-of-this-world celebration. With the debut of their brand-new indoor coaster, Galacticoaster, these parks are blending imagination, innovation, and real-world science in a way only LEGOLAND can—sending guest reactions soaring to the edge of space in a truly unforgettable experience.
In celebration of National Space Day on May 1, LEGOLAND® California Resort and LEGOLAND® Florida Resort are taking family fun to new heights – literally. To mark the debut of Galacticoaster, the Parks’ first indoor, space-themed family coaster, the Resorts sent real guest reactions from the ride soaring more than 100,000 feet above Earth, reaching the edge of space.
The laughter, cheers and reactions of families riding the new indoor, space-themed roller coaster in LEGOLAND California and LEGOLAND Florida, were captured on video and embedded into a custom-built LEGO® Galacticoaster spaceship, built from 410 LEGO elements, engineered to withstand high-altitude conditions. Master Model Builders made sure the LEGO spaceship resembled one of the spaceships guests could actually design when riding Galacticoaster and the model had to weigh less than two pounds.
The module was launched via a high-altitude weather balloon, carrying the footage to the edge of space – transforming a family ride moment into a cosmic journey.
The launch brings to life the experience at the heart of Galacticoaster, where families design their own LEGO spacecraft from more than 625 possible combinations before blasting off on a fully immersive, story-driven adventure through the LEGO Galaxy. Now open at both LEGOLAND Resorts in California and Florida, the experience puts families at the center of their own interstellar mission.
“The reactions from families riding Galacticoaster have been absolutely stellar,” said Julie Estrada, Director of Communications North America, Merlin Entertainments. “So, we thought, in honor of National Space Day, why not send those reactions beyond the earth and into the stratosphere? Few people can boast they’ve taken a coaster ride beyond the earth’s atmosphere.”
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From designing custom spacecraft to seeing their reactions travel beyond Earth, families visiting LEGOLAND Florida Resort and LEGOLAND California Resort can now be part of an experience that goes far beyond a traditional theme park ride. With Galacticoaster now open, National Space Day has never felt more interactive, immersive, or downright cosmic for guests of all ages.
About LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is the ultimate vacation destination for families with kids, combining the creativity of LEGO® with Florida sunshine. Located 45 minutes from Orlando and Tampa, the Resort spans 150 acres and features more than 50 rides, live shows, and themed attractions inspired by beloved LEGO® brands and characters. As part of the Resort’s biggest investment to date, LEGO Galaxy, guests can now experience Galacticoaster — an all-new indoor, family space-themed coaster. The Resort also includes the year-round LEGOLAND® Water Park, with more than a dozen family water slides, a lazy river, and interactive play areas, plus three on-site themed accommodations: the LEGOLAND® Hotel, LEGOLAND® Pirate Island Hotel, and LEGOLAND® Beach Retreat, each offering kid-friendly rooms, nightly entertainment, and resort-style amenities. LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is a Certified Autism Center (CAC), ensuring trained staff, sensory guides, and inclusive features to support guests of all abilities. See www.LEGOLAND.com/Florida for more information and follow @LEGOLANDFlorida on social media.
About LEGOLAND® California Resort
LEGOLAND® California Resort includes LEGOLAND® California, SEA LIFE® aquarium, LEGOLAND® Water Park, LEGOLAND® Hotel and LEGOLAND® Castle Hotel. All are designed for families with children ages of 2 to 12. The Resort features more than 60 rides, shows, and attractions and the new LEGO Galaxy, part of the Resort’s biggest investment to date, where guests can now experience Galacticoaster — an all-new indoor, family space-themed coaster along with hands-on STEM-based experiences designed to inspire young explorers. Dino Valley features three rides, an interactive build and play area, and brand-new costume characters. Families can also experience LEGO® Ferrari Build & Race and The LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD. Guests can also discover the world’s first LEGO version of San Diego in Miniland USA, featuring a 30-foot LEGO® model of the city, 120 palm trees, and 55 local landmarks including The Rady Shell, Petco Park, and Coronado Bridge. LEGOLAND® Water Park includes more than seven slides, sandy beaches, and the Build-A-Raft River, plus Pirate Reef and LEGO® Legends of CHIMA™ Water Park. The Resort also features the nation’s first LEGOLAND® Hotel offering 250 rooms, all themed either as pirate, adventure, LEGO® DUPLO, LEGO® Friends, and LEGO® NINJAGO® and, now open, LEGO® City! North America’s first LEGOLAND® Castle Hotel features 250 rooms, fully themed as Knights and Dragons, Royal Princess, and Magic Wizard. LEGOLAND California is a Certified Autism Center (CAC), accredited by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). For more information, visit www.LEGOLAND.com or call (760) 918-LEGO (5346).
About Merlin Entertainments
Merlin Entertainments is a world leader in branded entertainment destinations, offering a diverse portfolio of resort theme parks, city-center gateway attractions and LEGOLAND® Resorts which span across the UK, US, Western Europe, China and Asia Pacific. Dedicated to creating experiences that inspire joy and connection, Merlin welcomes more than 62 million guests annually to its diverse global estate in over 20 countries. An expert in bringing world-famous entertainment brands to life, Merlin works with partners including the LEGO® Group, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Peppa Pig, DreamWorks and Ferrari to create destinations where guests can immerse themselves in a wide array of brand-driven worlds, rides and uplifting learning experiences.
See www.merlinentertainments.biz for more information.
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