LEGOLAND Florida Holds Grand Opening Ceremony for Galacticoaster

LEGOLAND Florida held the grand opening for its new Galacticoaster attraction, inviting guests into a new out-of-this-world family thrill ride.

What’s Happening:

• LEGOLAND Florida has officially held the grand opening for their new attraction Galacticoaster. 
• Opening today, February 27th, Galacticoaster marks the first new coaster to open inside the main theme park since the resort’s 2011 launch. 
• The attraction is located in the northernmost corner of LEGO City, on the former site of the Flying School roller coaster. 

• One of the largest investments in LEGOLAND history, the 40MPH family coaster is ready to enthrall guests with launches, controlled spinning and plenty of impressive LEGO special effects and details.
• While we had a chance to preview the new attraction yesterday, LEGOLAND guests can now enter LEGOLAND SPACEPORT 885 and go out on their own mission to save the world. 
• As part of the experience, four Florida kids selected through a nationwide STEM building challenge, were the first to experience the attraction. 

• Dubbed the first-ever Junior Galaxy Explorers, the young scientists returned from their mission giving it rave reviews.
• They also got to press the big LEGO button, officially opening the new experience. 
• Also in attendance for the epic grand opening celebration were LEGOLAND Florida Park President Brian Bacica and Merlin Entertainment CEO Fiona Eastwood. 
• The pair also took a trip to outer space aboard the new roller coaster. 

• Make sure you check out our full queue and POV tour below. 

• For those looking to head to LEGOLAND Florida, Laughing Place recommends Mouse Fan Travel.

Read More LEGOLAND:

• Photos: LEGOLAND Florida's Remodeled LEGO Store Opens with New Displays 
• Backstreet Boys Member Howie Dorough Blasts Off Early on LEGOLAND Florida's Newest Ride 
• LEGOLAND Shows Off Interactivity and Sneak Peek of New Galacticoaster