Theme park revenue soared 18.7% in the third quarter, totaling $2.72 billion, reported Universal parent Comcast. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) for theme parks was up 13.1% to $958 million.

A new report reveals how Florida's major attractions are faring compared to global competitors, offering insights into the future of the theme park industry.

The world’s top-attended water park in 2024 was Chimelong Water Park in China, recording 2.81 million visitors, an increase of 0.1%. Aquaventure World in the United Arab Emirates rode a 11.1% surge to be No. 2 on the list with its 2 million visitors.

Mechanical birds, bears and princesses have chirped, growled and sung in Orlando’s theme parks for more than 50 years. The animatronic trend shows no signs of fading, as new figures arrive in new places at Walt Disney World, and Epic Universe introduces batches of lifelike characters.