Liseberg and Professor Micael Dahlen launch research initiative on happiness
Can a roller coaster strengthen human relationships and influence our well-being?
Can a roller coaster strengthen human relationships and influence our well-being?
In 1980, the Applause Award was created as the first global and industry specific award honouring amusement- and theme parks. At a ceremony on May 14, 2026, in Xcaret, Mexico, Warner Bros World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, received the 23rd Applause Award, joining a very exclusive group of recognized parks.
On 14 May, Liseberg officially opened its new family attraction, Stormvåg (the Storm Wave), with an inauguration inspired by classic maritime tradition. The celebration was followed by a lively premiere ride for 24 eagerly anticipating guests.
As one of the biggest new attractions of the summer, Stormvåg serves as a natural bridge between the children’s area, Kaninlandet, and Liseberg’s more in
After turbulent years marked by the pandemic, a challenging macroeconomic environment, and the tragic Oceana-fire, Liseberg now sees light at the end of the tunnel. The group concludes 2025 with 100,000 more guests and an 8 percent increase in revenue.
In the summer of 2026, new adventures will set sail in Liseberg’s very own archipelago as Stormvåg (Storm Wave) – a brand new family attraction – makes its debut. The ride is a Wild Swing XL model, one of the first of its kind. Stormvåg will be located along the Liseberg riverbank and, with its charming boatyard inspired theme, will become a natural part of Liseberg’s beloved West Coast area.
Liseberg has filed a lawsuit against the insurance company Trygg-Hansa, which has refused to pay insurance compensation following the fire at Oceana on February 12, 2024. Trygg-Hansa claims that Liseberg lacks an insurable interest in Oceana. Liseberg's claim amounts to just over one billion Swedish kronor (€92 million).
On July 4, it was finally the world premiere of this summer's major new ride at Liseberg – Kraftverket – a whirlwind high speed carousel that, with its 3.5 G forces, tests the passengers from the first moment. 40 brave riders had been selected to test the Kraftverket before everyone else. ‘Powerful’, ‘awesome’, and ‘near-life experience’ were some of the reviews after the first ride.
Biannually, since 1980, the prestigious Applause Award honours a park whose management, operations and creative accomplishments have inspired the industry with foresight, originality and sound business development.
At a ceremony on April 30, 20225 in Europa-Park, Germany, Universal Studios Japan received the 22nd Applause Award, joining a very exclusive group of recognized parks:
- Universal
The Swedish Accident Investigation Authority (AIA) has concluded its investigation regarding the fire at Oceana and has presented the final report. It is a thorough and well-founded report with important lessons for all involved parties.
The Accident Investigation Authority states in its report that the fire likely started in connection with an electrical sleeve welding of a diversion pipe in o
Ten months after the tragic fire at Oceana, where one employee lost their life, work has reached a key milestone. The demolition work is now finished and, following a positive decision from Liseberg’s Board of Directors, work to complete a new waterworld – which is set to be finished in two years – can enter a new phase. For the first time, Liseberg can also release brand new images of Oceana
At the beginning of Liseberg’s summer season in 2025, a major new attraction awaits: Kraftverket, meaning ‘the power house’.
In Liseberg fällt schon am 16. November der Startschuss für die Wintersaison, die glitzernde Schneelandschaften verspricht. Jahr für Jahr besuchen rund 400.000 Gäste aus Schweden und darüber hinaus den Park, um mit Familie und Freunden einen unvergesslichen Tag in herrlich vorweihnachtlicher Atmosphäre zu erleben.