On July 19, Oklahoma state and local officials and American Heartland leadership announced a new development project in northeast Oklahoma that is expected to attract more than 4.9 million guests per year. The development, called America Heartland Theme Park and Resort, is scheduled to open in 2026 and will be a 1,000-acre development with a 125-acre theme park, according to a news release.
According to the news release, the size of the park will be comparable to Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California. It will be "Americana-themed" and will include rides, shows, restaurants, and other attractions.
"American Heartland Theme Park and Resort is a family-friendly park promising timeless fun and boundless adventure. The 125-acre theme park will feature a collection of six distinctly American lands to welcome guests on a journey through the best of the American story. Families will find thrilling rides and heartwarming shows as they discover Great Plains, Bayou Bay, BigTimber Falls, Stony Point Harbor, Liberty Village and Electropolis," the news release noted.
Kristy Adams, senior executive vice president of sales and marketing for Mansion Entertainment Group, said the development would be different from anything else in the region, making it attractive to families from around the world.
“American Heartland will be a place families can come together to create lasting memories, experience joy, laughter, imagination and wonder,” said American Heartland Founder and Chief Creative Officer Gene Bicknell. “There is so much to celebrate about our country: its landscapes, its cultures and most importantly, its people. No matter where you’re from, you’ll feel right at home at American Heartland.”
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In addition to the theme park, the development will include a large-scale RV park, cabins, and a resort.
