AWESOME HAS LANDED! LEGO® GALAXY OFFICIALLY OPENED AT LEGOLAND® CALIFORNIA RESORT | News
Mission accomplished! LEGOLAND® California Resort has just officially launched a brand new country into orbit: LEGO® Galaxy. This milestone marks one of the most ambitious expansions in the park’s history and is part of Merlin Entertainments’ largest in-park investment in the North American LEGOLAND Resorts, including the recent launch of LEGO Galaxy at LEGOLAND Florida Resort and last week’s debut at LEGOLAND California Resort.
The immersive new land is anchored by Galacticoaster, LEGOLAND California’s first space-themed indoor family roller coaster – a next-generation attraction that puts creativity and personalization at the heart of the adventure. LEGO Galaxy also includes two additional attractions and interactive experiences, a Junior Astronaut Training Zone and galactic-inspired food and drinks designed to fuel any space mission.
“LEGO Galaxy has been in development for the past three years as our team of Merlin’s Magic Makers have worked tirelessly to create a land that fuels the creativity and exploration that LEGOLAND Resorts are known for worldwide,” said Rob Smith, COO of Merlin Entertainments. “We’re especially excited about this expansion because it brings the LEGO brand to life like never before – guests can design and pilot their own spacecraft on the Galacticoaster, and explore detailed, large-scale models built with more than 583,000 LEGO bricks across this 2.4-acre land. With LEGO Galaxy, we’re not just opening up a new land – we’re inspiring families to dream bigger, explore further and imagine the possibilities of their own adventures.”
“Over the past three years, our team has poured incredible passion, imagination and expertise into every phase of this journey – from dreaming and designing in the blue skies to building and testing. We have also worked hand-in-hand with the LEGO Group to ensure this new space-themed land delivers the creativity, innovation and storytelling that families love about the LEGO brand,” said Kurt Stocks, president of the LEGOLAND California Resort. “It’s an absolute privilege to launch this amazing new adventure and share it with our guests today.”
Among the first to experience Galacticoaster were members of LEGOLAND California’s first team of Junior Galaxy Explorers. These young builders were winners of a nationwide STEM-focused competition in which children aged 6 to 12 were invited to design and showcase their own original LEGO spacecraft builds. Selected from more than 350 participants, these future engineers stood out for their imaginative designs, compelling stories and daring problem-solving skills. California Junior Galaxy Explorers include:
Holden Wrey, age 12, from San Francisco, CA
Aili Imamura, age 9, from Pasadena, CA
Eric Abajian, age 12, from San Juan Capistrano, CA
Dylan Nowatnick, age 9, from Chula Vista, CA
All park visitors can now take charge of their own cosmic adventure. Here’s what awaits you at LEGO Galaxy at LEGOLAND California Resort:
Galacticoaster – In this indoor family roller coaster, guests work in teams of four to design their own spacecraft at Customization Bays by digitally selecting the nose, tail, wings and a special feature such as a disco ball or balloons, resulting in more than 625 unique spacecraft combinations. Space Cadets scan their spacecraft’s key (an RFID wristband) allowing them to see themselves ‘driving’ the vehicle they have designed. The experience starts in an immersive queue with interactive pre-shows and a briefing from Biff Dipper, the park’s first robot minifigure, before taking off in turns at speeds of up to 40 miles per hour, with LEGO Space sets from the past, present and future, cinematic storytelling and built-in sound and lights.
G-Force Test Facility – This family-friendly ride challenges guests to swing, twist and tilt through forces like those experienced by astronauts in space. It is an exciting, active adventure that makes LEGO Galaxy extra exciting.
DUPLO® Launch and Landing – Perfect for younger explorers, this flight training simulator lets toddlers and small children practice their first “takeoffs” and “landings” in a safe, playful space environment.
Junior Astronaut Training Zone – A dedicated toddler play area designed for imaginative cosmic adventures, giving the youngest guests the chance to stretch their space legs and explore LEGO Galaxy on their own terms.
Rocket Assembly Bay – In this state-of-the-art LEGO construction zone, guests can build a LEGO rocket, then digitally scan it and blast it into cyberspace!
Galactic Dining and Shopping Experiences – From UFO (Ultimate Food Outlet) with intergalactic dishes like Nebula Noodles and Stellar Crusts, to Stardust Sips & Sweets for cosmic desserts and Satellite Bites for quick refueling, guests can eat like astronauts. The country’s Orbital Outpost offers exclusive LEGO Galaxy merchandise and souvenirs to commemorate each mission.
Additional experiences around the park: Mission: let’s go! – On the Fun Town Stage, guests can join Space Creature and their cosmic crew for an energetic, interactive dance party. Families become honorary cadets and help power the spacecraft, guided by Space Creature, host Stella Vega and the Astro Dancers. The show will be held three times a day and will include a meet-and-greet with the full cast for guests to enjoy.
LEGO Galaxy first made its interstellar debut at LEGOLAND Florida Resort on February 27, 2026. LEGOLAND Florida also features Galacticoaster, the Junior Astronaut Training Zone and the Orbital Outpost. Now families from coast to coast can explore LEGO Galaxy at LEGOLAND California Resort and enter an immersive universe full of attractions, interactive play and cosmic fun.
