# Americana Theme Parks The American Heartland Theme Park and Resort is an Upcoming Destination By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-07-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-heartland References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/424329/2B-Theme-Park-Poised-To-Rival-Disneyland-Teased-By-Disney-Park-Designers/) & [americanheartlandthemepark](http://www.americanheartlandthemepark.com/)  Northeast Oklahoma will soon be home to the expansive new American [Heartland Theme Park and Resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartland-whole-health-institute), a multi-billion dollar project that's set to rival some of the best theme parks in the United States. This project is set to be built in phases, beginning with a large-scale RV park and cabins, scheduled to open in spring 2025. This project is backed by a design team that includes more than 20 former [Disney Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixar-place-hotel) builders and [Walt Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinderella-castle-mural) Imagineers. This sprawling world-class Americana theme park and resort is set to attract 4.9 million guests per year to Oklahoma and delight them with everything from entertaining rides and live shows to waterways and family attractions. After the first phase of development, the theme park is slated to open the doors to its main attraction in 2026. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 17% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Expansive Theme Parks:** The upcoming American Heartland Theme Park and Resort is set to rival some of the best theme parks in the United States, offering a wide range of entertaining rides and live shows. - **Themed Resort Experiences:** The American Heartland Theme Park and Resort aims to offer guests a world-class resort experience with features such as waterways, family attractions, and cabins. - **Incorporating Disney Expertise:** With more than 20 former Disney Parks builders and Walt Disney Imagineers on the design team, the American Heartland Theme Park and Resort seeks to bring the magic of Disney to Northeast Oklahoma. ### Who This Affects Most - **Theme Park and Resort:** The expansive American Heartland Theme Park and Resort aims to attract millions of visitors each year, offering a wide range of entertainment options and resort experiences. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** The opening of the American Heartland Theme Park and Resort in Oklahoma is expected to boost the local hospitality and tourism industry, attracting visitors from around the world. - **Entertainment and Recreation:** The American Heartland Theme Park and Resort will provide exciting entertainment and recreational opportunities for visitors, including thrilling rides, live shows, and family attractions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Luxury Theme Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-theme-park.md) - [Renovated Water Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okana-resort-indoor-waterpark.md) - [Expansive Toy-Inspired Amusement Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mattel-adventure-park.md) - [Themed Immersive Stays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themed-immersive-stays-villatel-orlando-resort-announced-its-spring-opening.md) - [Mixed-Reality Theme Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixedreality-theme-park.md) - [Video Game Theme Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-nintendo-world-theme-park.md) - [Whimsical Magic-Themed Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ministry-of-magic.md) - [Heated Waterpark Escapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/south-seas-island-resort.md) - [Challenge-Park Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beast-land-theme-park.md)