GLENDALE, Ariz. — New details have been released on the types of attractions that will be featured at the Mattel-inspired amusement park that's scheduled to open in Glendale next year.
According to a statement released by the city of Glendale last Friday, Mattel Adventure Park has compiled a list of rides and attractions visitors can expect once the park opens in the first quarter of 2023.
The amenities are inspired by many of the popular toys and games owned by the Mattel brand.
The list of attractions includes:
- Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots-themed miniature golf course
- A life-sized Pictionary game board
- Climbing structure featuring giant UNO cards
- Masters of the Universe laser tag arena
- Barbie Beach House with flying theater ride
- The Barbie Dream Closet Experience featuring hologram technology
- Barbie Rooftop where guests can order drinks and snacks
When the park was first announced last summer, developers had revealed that some of the first attractions would include a Hot Wheels-themed roller coaster and go-karting experiences featuring Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends.
“We are extremely excited to add Barbie, Masters of the Universe and Mattel Games-themed attractions and rides to an already outstanding offering in development at the first-ever Mattel Adventure Park," Mark Cornell, president of Epic Resort Destinations, said in a statement last week.
Up to Speed
Catch up on the latest news and stories on our 12 News YouTube playlist here.
What is the Valley?
“The Valley” is what locals call the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. It is considered the largest metropolitan area in the Southwest.
The Valley is made up of various major cities other than Phoenix, including:
· Mesa
· Chandler
· Scottsdale
· Tempe
· Glendale
· Surprise
· Peoria
· Gilbert
· El Mirage
· Avondale
· Litchfield Park
· Goodyear
· Buckeye
Whether a city is in the “East Valley” or “West Valley” depends on where it is in relation to Phoenix.
The cities of the Valley have a combined population of 4,845,832 people, according to the 2020 United States Census. This makes it the 11th largest metropolitan area in the country right behind the Boston and Atlanta areas.