LEGOLAND New York Resort delays Grand Opening to 2021 due to COVID-19 Outbreak

LEGOLAND New York Resort slated to open July 4, 2020 is now delayed until 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The grand opening slated for much fanfare for brick builders, big and small, joins the many other parks deciding to keep doors closed until this pandemic is under control.

“Nothing is more important to us than the health, safety and security of our team, the partners we work with, and the communities we serve,” said LEGOLAND New York Resort Divisional Director Stephanie Johnson. “We are in an unprecedented situation that has affected businesses worldwide. By opening LEGOLAND New York Resort in 2021 we are building an attraction that not only meets our high standards, it also gives our guests the best possible experience.” 

In spite of the closure this year, LEGOLAND New York Resort will still hire the projected 1,000 Model Citizens to staff the theme park and hotel. Model Citizens (LEGOLAND employees) offered to work during the 2020 season will be invited to work in 2021. 

“We are grateful for the support and understanding from our guests and neighbors as we navigate the challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic,” Johnson said. “We look forward to building unforgettable memories with our guests and their families when we open in 2021.” 

Guests who purchased annual passes or single-day tickets will be honored when the Resort opens officially in 2021. For those who booked vacation packages through LEGOLAND Vacations will be able to be among the first to book for the 2021 season. LEGOLAND strongly urges anyone with questions to visit the Parks website for more information, and you can also email any questions to LLNY.Experience@LEGOLAND.com. Please allow some time for a response. Note that Annual passes will continue to be available, and vacation bookings for 2021 will open in the coming months. 

I hope everyone stays well. We will get through this, and when it’s we can celebrate with Merlin at LEGOLAND New York Resort! I am bummed that we have to wait another year to experience the Dragon Coaster or ride the Brick Party Carousel, but it's better safe than sorry! I am pretty Emmet would agree.