Who’s ready for summer? I write this as Southern California prepares for another of what passes for a winter storm in these parts - heavy rain and temperatures in the 40s. Sounds like the perfect time to cozy up with something warm to drink and read a week’s worth of theme park news!

At the Universal Parks

Fans Pack Super Nintendo World for Official Opening: Fans were queuing long before dawn to be the first official visitors to Universal Studios Hollywood’s new Mario-themed land last week. We were there for the opening moment and offer our full review of the new land and its attractions.

Watch the Grand Opening for Hollywood's Super Nintendo World

And at Disney

San Fransokyo to Open This Summer at Disney California Adventure: Disneyland is providing more details on the transformation of Disney California Adventure's Pacific Wharf into Big Hero 6's San Fransokyo this summer.

Armchair Imagineering: Disney California Adventure

Disneyland Plans Throwback and Star Wars 'After Dark' Events: The Disneyland Resort has announced its next two "After Dark" after-hours events at the parks.

Walt Disney World Expands After Hours Event to Epcot: Looking for a way to ride Epcot's new Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster without the hassles of a virtual queue or long standby line?

New Disney Exhibit Features a Lifelike Walt Disney: Disney fans are getting their first look at a "holographic" Walt Disney with the opening of Disney100: The Exhibition at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia.

Get an Insider's Look at the Making of the Disney Wish: Disney+ is now showing the National Geographic special on the making of the Disney Wish cruise ship. We talked with the show's director about this pressure-filled production.

A Theme Park Insider reader is planning a trip through Europe, including Disneyland Paris. Help them craft the perfect itinerary in Europe Trip: Must Hits on the Discussion Forum.

Here's What Theme Park Fans Are Talking About This Week: Please join other theme park fans and insiders in conversation on our new discussion forum. Here are the hot topics from the past week.

Over at Cedar Fair

Cedar Fair Continues Comeback With Strong 2022 Results: The Cedar Fair theme parks have completed their financial recovery from the pandemic, with the company posting record revenue and earnings in 2022.

Peanuts Celebration Heads North to the Bay Area

And at Six Flags

Six Flags Gives Opening Date for New Aquaman Ride: Six Flags' newest splash ride will open next month in Texas, the company announced.

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From Super Nintendo to San Fransokyo