Legoland Florida Resort Launches LEGO Galaxy with New Galacticoaster Ride

The immersive new area features the resort's first indoor, space-themed family coaster.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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LEGOLAND Florida Resort has officially opened LEGO Galaxy, a new immersive area anchored by Galacticoaster, the resort's first indoor, space-themed family coaster. The new attraction allows guests to design their own digital spacecraft and experience a high-speed adventure through vibrant galaxies. LEGO Galaxy also features hands-on experiences, interactive play areas, and exclusive merchandise.

Why it matters

The launch of LEGO Galaxy represents a major investment and expansion for LEGOLAND Florida Resort, as the company aims to inspire the next generation of creators, explorers, and dreamers through an immersive space-themed experience. The new area and coaster are designed to appeal to families with children ages 6-12, a key demographic for the resort.

The details

Galacticoaster, the centerpiece of LEGO Galaxy, allows guests to design their own digital spacecraft using interactive touchscreens before boarding the ride. With up to 625 possible ride combinations, the indoor coaster reaches speeds of up to 40 miles per hour as it navigates thrilling twists and turns through vibrant LEGO-themed galaxies. Beyond the coaster, LEGO Galaxy features hands-on experiences, interactive play areas, and exclusive merchandise.

  • LEGO Galaxy and Galacticoaster officially opened at LEGOLAND Florida Resort on March 2, 2026.
  • LEGO Galaxy will make its West Coast debut at LEGOLAND California Resort on March 6, 2026.

The players

Fiona Eastwood

CEO of Merlin Entertainments, the parent company of LEGOLAND Resorts.

Brian Bacica

Park President of LEGOLAND Florida Resort.

Biff Dipper

Chief Engineer who welcomes guests to the Galacticoaster ride.

Gabriel Hart

10-year-old from Orlando, one of the winners of the nationwide STEM-focused contest to design and present original LEGO spacecraft builds.

Landon Bauer

11-year-old from Lakeland, one of the winners of the nationwide STEM-focused contest to design and present original LEGO spacecraft builds.

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What they’re saying

“LEGO Galaxy is more than a new attraction. It's an immersive world where kids take the lead in building their own adventure. By combining the power of imagination with the excitement of space exploration, we've created an experience designed to inspire the next generation of creators, explorers, and dreamers.”

— Fiona Eastwood, CEO of Merlin Entertainments

“I'm incredibly proud to introduce our guests to LEGO Galaxy and I can't wait for them to experience Galacticoaster, which is a first of its kind for any LEGOLAND Park. Our dedicated team has put so much passion and creativity into this project that has been three years of planning, building, testing and dreaming. It's my honor to share this stellar experience with our guests today!”

— Brian Bacica, Park President of LEGOLAND Florida Resort

What’s next

LEGO Galaxy will make its West Coast debut at LEGOLAND California Resort on March 6, 2026.

The takeaway

The launch of LEGO Galaxy at LEGOLAND Florida Resort showcases the company's commitment to creating immersive, imaginative experiences that inspire the next generation of creators and explorers through the power of LEGO bricks and space exploration.