First Look Inside LEGO® Galaxy at LEGOLAND California: What Families Need to Know (2026)

Rosie Brailsford in front of the newest thrill ride, G-Force Test Facility. Image courtesy of LEGOLAND.

Updated: January 2026

Launching March 6, 2026, LEGO® Galaxy is LEGOLAND California Resort’s boldest new land to date — a space-themed, story-driven experience featuring the resort’s first rollercoaster in more than 20 years, two additional rides, immersive queueing and pre-shows, hands-on building zones, toddler play spaces, retail, and galactic-inspired food and beverages.

Kidsguide was invited to an exclusive preview and hard hat tour of the new land for an early look of the new land! All photos and impressions are from our on-site visit. Additional images courtesy of LEGOLAND.

What’s Inside LEGO® Galaxy?

Experiences include:

Galacticoaster – Indoor family rollercoaster + spacecraft customization experience
G-Force Test Facility – Astronaut-inspired motion ride
DUPLO Launch & Land – Flight simulator for younger explorers
Junior Astronaut Training Zone – Toddler play area
Rocket Assembly Bay – LEGO building + digital blasting experience
U.F.O., Stardust Sips & Sweets, Satellite Bites – Galactic dining options
Orbital Outpost – Retail + exclusive LEGO Galaxy merch

This is Merlin Entertainments’ largest single in-park investment ever for both LEGOLAND California and LEGOLAND Florida, totaling $90 million across both resorts.

: Entrance to Galacticoaster. Photo by Kidsguide, Talia Touch

: Inside the line queue.

Ride Details & Height Requirements

Ride	Best For	What It Is	Height
Galacticoaster	Families	Indoor family coaster where guests design their spacecraft digitally before blasting off in a 4-person vehicle up to 40 mph	36″ to ride with adult
G-Force Test Facility	Older Kids & Thrill Seekers	Swinging, turning, and tilting ride simulating astronaut-style forces	TBA
DUPLO Launch & Land	Toddlers & Early Riders	Flight-training simulator allowing first “take-offs” and “landings”	TBA

Galacticoaster: Design, Scan, Ride

Galacticoaster begins long before boarding! Guests design their spacecraft at Customization Bays selecting their own nose, tail, wings, and other fun features.

The RFID wristband “Spacecraft Key” lets riders see themselves aboard the vehicle they created. There are more than 625 unique build combinations, meaning guests could ride daily for nearly two years without repeating the same spacecraft.

The experience includes:

immersive queue and storyline-driven pre-shows
briefing hosted by Biff Dipper, LEGOLAND’s first robotic minifigure!
4-person ride vehicle that launches into twists and turns up to 40 mph
onboard sound, lighting, and LEGO Space sets from past, present, and future

Pre-show and briefing from Biff Dipper, the Park’s first robotic minifigure. Photo by Kidsguide, Talia Touch

Riders blast off into an intergalactic LEGO solar system at 40mph. Photo by Kidsguide, Talia Touch

Younger Kids & Toddler Features

Families with younger kids get more than just a visual walkthrough — LEGO Galaxy includes spaces specifically designed for toddler movement and imaginative play:

Junior Astronaut Training Zone (active play + exploration)
DUPLO Launch & Land (flight simulator for early riders)
Rocket Assembly Bay (build + scan + launch digitally)

Hands-On LEGO Play

At Rocket Assembly Bay, kids build their own rockets using LEGO bricks, then digitally scan and blast them into cyberspace!

Image courtesy of LEGOLAND

Galactic Food & Dining

Food and beverage outlets are located throughout the land with a mix of full meals and quick refueling stops:

U.F.O. (Ultimate Food Outlet) – intergalactic fare including items like Nebula Noodles and Stellar Crusts
Stardust Sips & Sweets – cosmic desserts & sweet treats
Satellite Bites – fast grab-and-go options

Food samples at the new U.F.O. (Ultimate Food Outlet). Photo by Talia Touch, Kidsguide.

Retail & Souvenirs

Orbital Outpost serves as the land’s primary retail location with exclusive LEGO Galaxy merchandise and mission souvenirs.

Easter Eggs & LEGO Lore Nods

The land includes subtle LEGO history details highlighted during the Hard Hat Tour:

Dragon Trees used in the new land are preserved originals from LEGOLAND California
Spaceport 886 (Galacticoaster’s building) is named after LEGO Set 886 — the 1970s Space Buggy that helped define classic LEGO Spaceport theming

Image courtesy of LEGOLAND.

Junior Galaxy Explorers Program

Ahead of opening, LEGOLAND California launched the Junior Galaxy Explorers initiative for kids ages 6-12. Participants build their own spacecraft for a chance to be one of the first to ride the all-new Galacticoaster!

Here’s the mission:

Build your own LEGO spacecraft (no adult help!)
Submit a short video about your build through the contest page or bring your build to the in-person museum event at Kidspace Children’s Museum on January 30 & 31.

Four winners will earn the following prizes:

The chance to be among the first-ever guests to ride Galacticoaster
A 2-night stay at LEGOLAND® Hotel
Four Annual Passes for you and your family
A one-of-a-king LEGO commemorative build

FAQs

When does LEGO Galaxy open?
March 6, 2026

What rides are in LEGO Galaxy?
Galacticoaster, G-Force Test Facility, and DUPLO Launch & Land.

How fast is Galacticoaster?
Up to 40 mph.

How many spacecraft combinations are there?
More than 625!

Is LEGO Galaxy toddler-friendly?
Yes! DUPLO Launch & Land and the Junior Astronaut Training Zone are designed for younger kids.

Does LEGO Galaxy have food?
Yes! U.F.O., Stardust Sips & Sweets, and Satellite Bites offer themed food and beverages.

Does LEGO Galaxy have merchandise?
Yes! Exclusive retail is available at Orbital Outpost.

Is LEGO Galaxy indoor or outdoor?
Galacticoaster is indoors; other experiences vary.

Do LEGOLAND Passholders get a special preview?
Yes! Passholders get exclusive early access to Galacticoaster from Febraury 26 – March 3, 2026. Passholders can reserve their spot here.

For more details about LEGOLAND California’s LEGO® Galaxy, visit legoland.com/califonria.

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This post was written by Kidsguide