Canada’s Wonderland reopens this Friday: The new rides and what you need to know

Canada’s Wonderland will reopen to the public for the start of its season on Friday with hopes that two new and exciting rides will attract crowds of eager rollercoaster enthusiasts.

Opening day will kick off at 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. on May 5.

The theme park announced two new rides — the Tundra Twister and Snoopy’s Racing Railway.

A spokesperson confirmed that the rides will not debut just yet as they’re still under construction, but Canada’s Wonderland hopes to have them ready later in May.

Tundra Twister

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Described as the only one of its kind in the world, the Tundra Twister is a “giant looping ride with rotating gondola arms that will have guests spinning, twisting and twirling 360 degrees, upside-down, at heights of 47 metres and speeds of 75 km/h.”

“We’re proud to offer such a diversity of experiences to our guests,” said Norm Pirtovshek, general manager at Canada’s Wonderland.

Snoopy’s Racing Railway

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Yes, that snoopy. He’s coming to Canada’s Wonderland.

Described as a family-launch roller coaster coming to Planet Snoopy, it is the park’s 18th roller coaster. It will accelerate from zero to 50 km/h in seconds before taking guests through the dips and turns of a wild railway adventure.

“Through four seasons, we have more than 200 attractions at the park, rides for guests of all ages and world-class events and entertainment that can’t be missed,” Pirtovshek said.

Other key dates and events

Canada’s Wonderland is known for its fireworks and will host displays on May 21, July 1 (Canada Day), August 6 and September 3.

Splash Works will open on May 27, with a spokesperson saying, “Spend the summer poolside in our 20-acre water
park, featuring 17 slides, cliff jumping, water playgrounds, the Lazy River and more.”

Celebration Canada (July 1-9): Join Canada’s Wonderland for live music, street entertainment, cultural performances and interactive family games. Indulge in authentic Canadian foods from across the country, like beef sliders, poutine, Halifax donair and more.

KidZfest (July 15-30): Presented with Treehouse, enjoy special guest appearances from TV characters like Bluey and Peppa Pig and visits from Marvel superheroes.

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Taste of Portugal (August 12-13): Returning for its second year, this festival celebrates the time-worn charm of Portugal with lively street entertainment and traditional foods, including succulent roast chicken and the sweet, rich and perfectly crisp Portuguese custard tarts.

Taste of Brazil (August 19-20): New for 2023. Treat your tastebuds to the lively and fresh Latin American flavours of Brazil, including grilled meats and chimichurri, bolinho de bacalhau (salt cod fritters), crispy pastel de carne (meat-filled pastries) and feijoada (Brazilian black bean stew). Enjoy the styles, colours and music of traditional Brazilian performers.

Taste of the Caribbean (August 26-27): Returning for its second year, enjoy island flavours at this festival, from jerk chicken to specialty seafood, rum cake and coconut sweets, plus fruity summer drinks with the sounds of steel drum music.

Oktoberfest (September 9-10, 16-17): For two weekends, guests will be treated to German-themed food, drink specials and traditional festival bands in Medieval Faire.

Camp Spooky (weekends September 23 to October 29): This family-friendly Halloween event
returns with trick-or-treating, mazes, costume parades, and live shows with The Peanuts gang.

Halloween Haunt (select nights September 22 to October 29): Featuring eight mazes, expanded immersive areas, hundreds of monsters and live entertainment, including the return of the Day of the Dead Festival. Guests can also explore four new mazes, including “Dark Ride,” where guests must face the horrors waiting for them in an abandoned carnival attraction.

WinterFest (select dates November 17 to December 31): Immersive holiday fun, including skating on Snow Flake Lake, live shows, festive food and millions of sparkling lights.