LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Kentucky Kingdom unveiled details about its new $11 million family-friendly land.
In a news release Wednesday, the theme park said the new area will be called Discovery Meadow. It features six acres dedicated to family fun with a Kentucky twist.
There are three new family rides:
- Redbird Racer, featuring a cardinal defending its home
- Scout's Squirrel Race, with playful squirrels protecting a giant acorn
- The Cumberland Express, spotlights a garden train wrapped in vines
The area will also have a 4,800-square-foot shaded playground, a games garden, photo opportunities, refurbished restrooms, more seating plus a new character named Scout the Squirrel.
"Discovery Meadow is the most exciting addition to Kentucky Kingdom in years, and we can’t wait for families to experience this incredible land," Sarah Worrell, general manager of Kentucky Kingdom, said in a news release Wednesday. "From brand-new rides to reimagined favorites, interactive play areas, and surprises at every turn, Discovery Meadow is designed to spark family joy, adventure, and connection like never before."
Discovery Meadow opens to the public on May 10, 2025, but Season Passholders will get an exclusive first look May 9.
Kentucky Kingdom also plans to invest an additional $14 million in park improvements for the 2026 season.
For more details, visit www.kentuckykingdom.com.
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