Mattel Adventure Park to open later this year in Arizona. Here's what it looks like so far

Dina Kaur, Arizona Republic
Updated ·2 min read

Mattel Adventure Park — the first of its kind — is slated to open soon in the Phoenix area.

The theme park, located at VAI Resort in Glendale, will bring Mattel favorites to life across 9 acres. This includes Barbie, Thomas & Friends, Hot Wheels and Masters of the Universe.

The indoor and outdoor design will offer air-conditioned fun to appeal to all ages. If you get hungry while visiting, there will also be food and beverage options.

The Arizona Republic was able to capture some of the progress being made.

Here’s when you can expect Mattel Adventure Park to open up and all that the theme park will offer.

What is the new amusement park coming to Glendale, Arizona?

The new theme park coming to Glendale is the Mattel Adventure Park located at the VAI Resort on 9601 Cardinals Way. 

Is Mattel Adventure Park opening in 2024?

The Mattel Adventure Park is slated to open in late 2024, with no official opening date released yet.

How big is the Mattel theme park?

Mattel Adventure Park will cover 9 acres.

What rides will be at the Mattel theme park?

Mattel Adventure Park will have two Hot Wheels-themed roller coasters ― Hot Wheels Bone Shaker: The Ultimate Ride and Hot Wheels Twin Mill Racer, according to a news release.

The Hot Wheels Bone Shaker will incorporate the hot rod’s skull design and climb 84 feet in the air.

The Hot Wheels Twin Mill Racer is a 65-second thrill ride with an over 2,503-foot track. The ride goes from zero to 50 mph in under 3 seconds. The roller coaster features two vertical loops — one that's over 116 feet — and a series of corkscrews and hairpin turns.

Other themed attractions at the Mattel Adventure Park include:

Thomas & Friends

  • Thomas & Friends: World of Sodor

  • Thomas Adventure Train: Treasure Hunt

  • Thomas & Friends: Party Station

  • Bertie’s Bus Stop

  • Bulstrode’s Stormy Voyage

  • Flynn’s Firefighting Academy

  • Harold’s Helicopter Tour

  • Sodor Balloon Ride

  • Dockside Play Park

Hot Wheels

  • Hot Wheels Bone Shaker: The Ultimate Ride

  • Hot Wheels Twin Mill Racer

  • Hot Wheels Unleased 4D Ride

  • Hot Wheels Party Pit Stop

  • Hot Wheels Go-Karting: Raceway

  • Hot Wheels Go-Karting: Skyway

  • Hot Wheels Speed Challenge

Barbie

  • Barbie Beach House

  • Barbie Dream Closet Experience

  • Barbie Flying Theatre

Masters of the Universe

  • He-Man vs. Skeletor Laser Tag

Mattel Games

  • UNO! Wild Climb

  • Mattel Games Mini Golf

  • Kerplunk Drop Tower

  • Mattel Games Way

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What dining options does Mattel Adventure Park have?

The Republic has previously reported that Mattel Adventure Park will have five food and beverage options. Here are the four listed on its website:

  • Dockside Café

  • Hot Wheels Legends Bar & Grill

  • The Barbie Rooftop

  • Adventure Pizza Kitchen

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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Mattel Adventure Park in Glendale opening in 2024: What to know