After years of following COTALAND's construction, I spent opening weekend experiencing Austin's newest amusement park, from its roller coasters and entertainment to its nighttime atmosphere and unfinished attractions.
October 1, 2026
COTALAND opens September 26, 2026. Here is what opening-day admission, regular tickets, annual passes, parking and add-ons will cost.
August 18, 2026
A closer look inside COTALAND as landscaping, shade structures, family rides, new pathways, and final construction bring Austin's new theme park closer to opening.
July 22, 2026
My first ride on Palindrome at COTALAND, an unexpectedly intense Gerstlauer shuttle coaster opening at Circuit of the Americas in Austin.
March 24, 2026
A genuine fan's wishlist for a park with more potential than it lets on. What SeaWorld San Antonio has, what it's missing, and where it could go next.
February 14, 2026
What the Enchanted Parks trademark filings actually tell us about Six Flags parks, possible ownership changes, and the questions still unanswered.
February 4, 2026
Kings Dominion's Jungle X-Pedition is its strongest themed land, but Lake Charles still lacks a focal point. A serpent-themed tilt coaster could finish it.
January 17, 2026
Land clearing, full moon clues, and a promised signature attraction shaped my prediction for the next major roller coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
January 13, 2026
Palindrome testing, Soggy Logger construction, new ride foundations, and major progress across COTALAND at Circuit of the Americas in Austin.
December 15, 2025
An early look behind the scenes of COTALAND construction, the challenges of building a new Austin amusement park, and Matt Hughey's vision for its future.
June 21, 2023