Theme park news today is headlined by Energylandia’s announcement of Rokan, a new Bolliger & Mabillard wing coaster slated to open in 2027 at the Polish park, which says the ride will be the tallest and longest wing coaster in Europe.
Beyond the coaster beat, this theme park news roundup also covers a quietly removed photo-op detail at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, an upcoming Minky Couture Disney blanket collection, the Golden State Valkyries’ sold-out run at Chase Center, the Kansas City Chiefs’ 5-0 start boosting NFL ratings, and the opening of Baguio City’s new Arboretum.
The TLDR
- Theme Parks & Roller Coasters: Energylandia Announces Rokan, a New B&M Wing Coaster for 2027
- Stadiums & Arenas: Golden State Valkyries’ ‘Ballhalla’ Sets the WNBA Attendance Standard
- More Fun & Attractions: Baguio City Opens Its New Arboretum to the Public
Theme Parks & Roller Coasters
Energylandia Announces Rokan, a New B&M Wing Coaster for 2027
Energylandia in Poland has announced Rokan, a Bolliger & Mabillard wing coaster set to open in 2027 inside a new themed area called Volana. The ride will stand 203 feet tall, reach over 70 mph, and run nearly 4,000 feet of track, and the park says it will be the tallest and longest wing coaster in Europe and the first of its kind in Poland, according to Coaster101. Rokan will become the park’s 20th roller coaster once it opens. Stateside, coaster fans have their own wing-adjacent layouts to ride in the meantime, including Gotham City Gauntlet’s wild mouse layout at Six Flags New England.
Footprints Removed From Muppets Photo Op at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney has quietly removed a small interactive detail from the Electric Mayhem photo op inside the Rock Around the Shop gift shop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The four sets of floor footprints that once marked where guests should stand for photos in front of the Muppets mural are gone, leaving only scuff marks where they used to be, according to WDWNT. The mural backdrop itself remains in place, so the photo op is still usable without the markers.
Minky Couture Confirms Disney Blanket Collection for Early 2027
Utah-based blanket maker Minky Couture is preparing a Disney-licensed collection featuring Mickey Mouse and Friends designs, with founder Sandi Hendry confirming a launch planned for January 2027, according to WDWNT. The company previewed design images but has not yet shared pricing or which specific products will be included.
Stadiums & Arenas
Golden State Valkyries’ ‘Ballhalla’ Sets the WNBA Attendance Standard
The Golden State Valkyries have sold out every home game at San Francisco’s Chase Center, nicknamed Ballhalla, since joining the WNBA, finishing with a league-best 17-5 home record and remaining unbeaten in home playoff games, according to Front Office Sports. Backed by Golden State Warriors ownership figures Joe Lacob and Peter Guber, the franchise became the first WNBA team to top $100 million in annual revenue and reach a $1 billion valuation. Fans comparing venue experiences across sports can also check out our profile of GEODIS Park, Nashville SC’s soccer-only stadium.
Chiefs’ 5-0 Start Pushes NFL Ratings to a Record Pace
The Kansas City Chiefs moved to 5-0 this season after beating the Los Angeles Chargers 22-6, continuing a resurgence built around Patrick Mahomes’ recovery from last December’s knee injury, according to Front Office Sports. The team’s unbeaten run has helped push the NFL to its highest average viewership through a season’s first five weeks on record, with Kansas City one of only three remaining undefeated teams alongside the 49ers and Vikings.
More Fun & Attractions
Baguio City Opens Its New Arboretum to the Public
Baguio City opened its newest nature attraction, the Baguio Arboretum, to the public on October 19 next to the existing Baguio Botanical Garden, according to The Chronicle. The site offers forest-bathing trails and bird-watching tours run with the Haring Ibon Foundation, with separate admission pricing for residents and tourists.
Explore more: Gotham City Gauntlet’s wild mouse layout, GEODIS Park, Nashville SC’s soccer-only stadium.
Theme Park News FAQs
What is Energylandia’s new Rokan roller coaster?
Rokan is a Bolliger & Mabillard wing coaster announced for Energylandia in Poland, standing 203 feet tall and set to open in 2027 in a new area called Volana. The park says it will be the tallest and longest wing coaster in Europe.
Why were the footprints removed from the Muppets photo op at Disney’s Hollywood Studios?
WDWNT reported that the four sets of guest footprints at the Electric Mayhem photo op in Rock Around the Shop were removed, though Disney hasn’t given a public reason. The mural backdrop itself remains in place.
When is the Minky Couture Disney blanket collection releasing?
The Mickey Mouse and Friends-themed collection is planned to launch in January 2027, according to founder Sandi Hendry. Pricing and specific products haven’t been announced yet.
How many home games have the Golden State Valkyries sold out?
The Valkyries have sold out every home game at Chase Center since joining the WNBA, finishing with a league-best 17-5 home record and remaining unbeaten in home playoff games. This theme park news roundup also covers their rise to a $1 billion valuation.
What is the Kansas City Chiefs’ record this season?
The Chiefs improved to 5-0 after beating the Los Angeles Chargers 22-6, making them one of only three unbeaten NFL teams this season alongside the 49ers and Vikings.
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