Press releases
Europa-Park Children’s House Little Heroes officially open
On 6 July 2026, the new ‘Europa-Park Children’s House Little Heroes’ was officially opened at the Europa-Park Resort. The Mack family, who own the park, along with the Swiss musician DJ BoBo, the patron of the house, officially launched this very special project that is so close to their hearts. The opening ceremony was hosted by Wolfram Kons, board member of the Stiftung RTL – Wir helfen Kindern e.V. (RTL – We Help Children Foundation). The event at Silver Lake City was attended by numerous guests, including Minister Marion Gentges and Mayor of Rust, Kai-Achim Klare. The first families have now arrived at the new children’s house.
July 6, 2026
A new milestone for Silver Lake City: Riverside Western Lodge officially opens
With the official opening of the Riverside Western Lodge, Silver Lake City at the Europa-Park Resort has gained yet another highlight: The Riverside Western Lodge expands the Western town by 119 rooms with a total of 532 beds and offers guests a comfortable overnight stay in the style of the American West. The area is complemented by its own brewery, ‘Silver Lake Brewery’, the ‘Wild West Store’, the new YULLBE GO venue, the ‘Chapel San Antonio’, and the culinary offerings ‘Grandpa Will’s Hot Dogs’ and ‘Cold Rush Western Ice Creams’. With this, Silver Lake City is growing into an even more diverse destination for families, groups and short-break holidaymakers.
June 18, 2026
Silver Lake City at Europa-Park Resort
Just a stone’s throw away from Germany’s largest theme park lies a world where crackling campfires and the smell of barbecues fill the air and beautifully designed, Western-style wooden façades form the backdrop. Silver Lake City at Europa-Park combines nature-oriented accommodation with an authentic Western charm and a wide range of leisure activities. With a lake, a nature reserve and a detailed Western town, it offers a year-round holiday experience for families, groups and outdoor enthusiasts.
June 18, 2026
'Europa-Park Children's House Little Heroes'
Great progress is being made on the construction of the new ‘Europa-Park Children's House Little Heroes’. Following the topping-out ceremony, work on the interior is now in full swing. “We are definitely aiming to open in July 2026,” emphasises the project’s ambassador, Miriam Mack.
March 25, 2026
AUREA Award: MACK One brings the future of immersive entertainment to Europa-Park
With MACK One, Europa-Park once again became an international melting pot for creative visionaries, innovative technologies and bold entrepreneurs. On 2 and 3 February 2026, Michael Mack, managing partner of Europa-Park and founder of MACK One, invited industry leaders to the resort for the eighth AUREA Award ceremony. This year’s theme was “Through the Looking Glass: Where Layered Realities Unfold”, honouring innovations that are shaping our perceptions of reality, entertainment and immersion.
February 5, 2026
Record year to celebrate anniversary: Europa-Park breaks the 7 million visitor mark
The Europa-Park Resort has achieved a new record in its 2025 anniversary year. Fifty years after opening, Germany's largest theme park exceeded the seven million visitor mark for the first time. The record number underscores the strong demand, consolidates its position as a leading tourist destination in Germany and puts it well ahead of Cologne Cathedral and the Oktoberfest, both of which can be visited free of charge.
January 12, 2026
Europa-Park named the world’s best theme park for the tenth time
On 6 September 2025, Europa-Park received the industry’s highest accolade, the ‘Golden Ticket Award’ for ‘Best Theme Park Worldwide’ for the tenth time. In its anniversary year, the family-owned company from Baden in Germany once again beat renowned competitors such as Walt Disney World and Universal Studios.
September 8, 2025
Ann-Kathrin Mack to become Managing Partner of Europa-Park
Ann-Kathrin Mack, daughter of Marianne and Roland Mack, has been appointed as an additional Managing Partner of Europa-Park. The 35-year-old architect, who has held a leading position in the company for nine years, is already responsible for the Mack Solutions/Construction Management division. In her new role as Managing Partner, she will additionally take on responsibility for the Marketing, Sales & Digital division.
March 17, 2025
Roland Mack and Michael Mack accorded with the highest honours
On 28. January 2025 at the Élysée Palace, French President Emmanuel Macron named Europa-Park founder Roland Mack ‘Officer de la Légion d’Honneur’ and Michael Mack, Managing Partner of Europa-Park and CEO of MACK One, ‘Knight de la Légion d’Honneur’. Only very few Germans have achieved this honour as yet. The Legion of Honour is the highest French honour.
January 29, 2025
