7 Beloved Amusement Park Attractions That Said Goodbye in 2026
Theme park fans said goodbye to some longtime favorites this year, from a Disney land open since 1998 to a Six Flags coaster retired after nearly 20 years.
The world of theme parks is constantly evolving, and this year, several parks closed longtime attractions. The reasons vary from new projects to safety concerns. If you’re planning a trip to an amusement park this year, here are the attractions that are closed or closing.
1. Dinosaur, Disney's Animal Kingdom
The time-traveling Dinosaur ride and the entire section of Disney’s DinoLand U.S.A., which opened in 1998, was permanently closed on February 2 to make way for the new Tropical Americas, including a new Indiana Jones adventure.
2. Fast & Furious: Supercharged, Universal Studios Florida
On August 16, the attraction based on the hit film franchise ended its run after eight years. But fans of the ride will be happy to know that a new outdoor coaster, Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, is scheduled to replace it in 2027.
The premiere press event for the Universal Studios Hollywood Ride "Fast & Furious-Supercharged" at Universal Studios Hollywood on June 23, 2015 | Source: Getty Images
3. The Lost Continent, Universal Islands of Adventure
The land, opened in 1999, is being shut down in phases. In May, Universal announced that by 2027, it will be closed in its entirety, with Mythos restaurant being the last to go. A new themed land is expected to replace it, though details have not been provided yet.
4. X2, Six Flags Magic Mountain
After three lawsuits alleged that three riders suffered “catastrophic brain damage” in 2026, and more than 100 people claimed suffering from brain injuries riding it, Six Flags Magic Mountain made the decision to discontinue operations of the nearly 20-year-old roller coaster for good. In a statement announcing the closure, Magic Mountain president Brian Oerding said, “Ride safety is a cornerstone of our business.”
5. Kumba, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens announced in August that Kumba, once Florida’s tallest, fastest, and longest coaster when it opened in 1993, will be permanently closed, and a new ride, Kumba’s Revenge, is coming. Busch Gardens president Jon Vigue assured in a statement, “The legend of Kumba isn’t ending — it’s evolving.”
6. Tidal Force, Hersheypark
After 32 years in Hersheypark’s The Boardwalk, the popular water ride with a 100-foot drop closed for good on September 7.
7. Shore Break, Knott's Soak City
The six-slide complex located in Knott’s Berry Farm’s Soak City is closing to make way for two new attractions, Coral Craze and Kelp Kraze, which are expected to open in 2027.