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20 big news stories at Parken Zoo this summer!
7 July 2026
More is happening than ever at Parken Zoo. With new owners, major investments, and the biggest undertaking in many years, a summer full of completely new experiences awaits both young and old.
Several new animal species are moving in, four new rides are being opened, and the park is also offering brand-new ways to get up close to the animals. Whether or not you visited Parken Zoo last year, there’s plenty to discover this summer.
Here are this summer's biggest news:
🎢 Four brand new rides
The Tivoli has been expanded with four new attractions – and, just like before, all rides are included in the entrance ticket and season pass.
Top Spin – New!
A spectacular 25-metre-high ride where you spin 360 degrees and end up upside down several times. It will also be the only one of its kind in Scandinavia.
Dragon - News!
A brand-new family rollercoaster where the train sets off from the station and offers thrilling twists and turns for adventurers of all ages.
The Ferris Wheel – New!
The park's new landmark rises 22 metres above the entrance and offers fantastic views over both Parken Zoo and Eskilstuna.
The New Whirlwind – News!
A modern take on the classic favourite with more speed, more spins and even more thrills.
🐾 Meet over 15 new animal species
Over the past year, Parken Zoo has welcomed a wide range of new animal species from all over the world.
Among the news are:
- African wild dog
- Fishing cat
- River troll
- Geladabian
- Gotlandsruss
- Grant’s zebra
- Eastern grey kangaroo
- Guereza
- Golden-headed lion tamarin
- How
- Llama
- American alligator
- Peacock
- Struts
- Meerkat
⭐ Several animals are unique to Sweden
Several of this year’s new arrivals are very rare and can only be found at Parken Zoo in Sweden.
Among the most unique species are:
- Gelada – the spectacular grass-eating baboon from the mountains of Ethiopia.
- Fishing cat – the skilled feline that hunts fish in the wetlands of Asia.
- Guereza – the black and white colobus monkey with its characteristic long white fur.
- Eastern grey kangaroo – One of Australia's largest kangaroos.
🚶 Step right in amongst the animals
This summer, you’ll get closer to the animals than ever before.
- check out our social media ring-tailed lemur
- stroll right in the middle of Grey giant kangaroos in their new walk-through facility
This offers a unique opportunity to experience the animals on their own terms – just a few metres away.
🍼 Newborn gibbon – a vital addition to a critically endangered species
One of the most heart-warming pieces of news this summer is the arrival of our newborn white-cheeked gibbon baby. The species is critically endangered and only found in three zoos in the Nordic region, making the birth an important contribution to international conservation efforts.
One of Sweden's largest zoos
Parken Zoo is home to many of the world’s most fascinating and endangered animal species. Here, you can experience, amongst other things:
- the Komodo dragon – the world’s largest lizard
- jaguar
- pygmy hippopotamus
- capybara
- alligators
- red pandas
- Sumatran tigers facing an acute risk of extinction
- and hundreds of other animals from all over the world.
Every day, there are also animal displays and feeding sessions where you can learn more about the animals and the park’s important work to conserve endangered species.
🐯 Meet Flurry – Parken Zoo's new discovery tiger
One of the summer's big news stories is Flurry – Parken Zoo's new white tiger. Flurry is a playful and curious character who will take young and old on voyages of discovery through the animal kingdom. At the same time, Flurry is a tribute to the white tigers that for many years were a symbol for Parken Zoo and Eskilstuna. Today, the critically endangered Sumatran tiger lives in the park instead – an important step in Parken Zoo's work to conserve endangered animal species.
🐝 Two new performances with Humlan Djojj – every day until 9 August
This summer, Humlan Djojj presents two brand new children's shows, performed several times a day on the Humlan Djojj stage, right up until 9th August. Here, children will truly meet Djojj through music, stories, singing and interactive elements where the audience becomes part of the adventure. An appreciated experience for the youngest – and a definite stop during your day out in the park.
🎉 A brand-new Parken Zoo
Over the past few months, Parken Zoo has undergone a comprehensive transformation. With new owners and significant investments, the park has been developed with more experiences, more animals, more attractions, and an even greater focus on family experiences and conservation work.
In short, there have never been more reasons to visit Parken Zoo than this summer – this year's hottest destination.
Meet Parken Zoo's new white tiger – Flurry
3 July 2026
The white tiger was for a long time one of Parken Zoo's most beloved symbols. Now it's making a comeback – in a completely new guise.
Parken Zoo presents today Flurry, a curious and adventurous white tiger who will meet park visitors, spread joy, and take both children and adults on journeys of discovery through the animal kingdom.
Flurry loves exploring the park, meeting new animal friends, and learning exciting things about nature. Sometimes Flurry is a little mischievous, often brave, but always caring. The best thing Flurry knows is discovering the world together with the park's visitors.
Flurry is also a homage to Parken Zoo's history. For many years, the white tigers were a strong symbol for both Parken Zoo and Eskilstuna, creating memories for generations of Swedes. Today, instead, the critically endangered, yellow Sumatran tiger lives in the park – an important step in Parken Zoo's work to conserve endangered animal species.
Through Flurry, the white tigers gain a permanent place in Park Zoo's narrative. Flurry connects the park's history with its future, inspiring new generations to discover, learn, and care about the world's animals.
The white tigers hold a special place in many people's hearts and are an important part of Park Zoo's and Eskilstuna's history and identity. Flurry will be a symbol that unites generations and spreads curiosity and a sense of discovery, says Rickard Sjödén, CEO of Parken Zoo.
The folk are rising again! Dansband evenings are back at Parken Zoo
9 June 2026
After several years of silence, the classic Folkan video Dadrken Zoo back to life. In late summer and autumn, four events will be organised inevening of live music marking a long-awaited return for one of Sweden's most historic entertainment venues.
The bet offers on a mix of nostalgia and the present day when some of Sweden's best-known inThe band Intar enters the stage. First up on August 1st is Lars-Kristers, followed by Micke Ahlgrens on 29 August and Titanix 26 September. Ends 7 November Streapsils series of inEvenings.
– This is an important investment for DadRken Zoo. Folkan holds a special place in many people's memories, and now we want to give both former and new visitors the chance to experience that atmosphere again, says Mattias Zingmark, marketing manager.
In addition to invisitors are offered the opportunity to book a special infood and drink in connection with the events. Tickets are sold both as inticket and in combination with a supper.
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New roller coaster – Dragon!
3 June 2026
This summer, the funfair at Parken Zoo will be even bigger. To meet the record-breaking interest and give our guests even more experiences, we are now presenting Dragon – a brand new rollercoaster for children and families.
Dragon becomes the park's second roller coaster, offering a new type of ride experience at Parken Zoo. Instead of being slowly pulled up, the train is quickly propelled away right from the start, providing speed, thrills, and laughter from the very first second.
With its playful feel and rapid acceleration, Dragon is a modern cousin to our classic favourite the Mask – but with a completely unique experience and energy.
– We are very pleased to be able to present yet another new attraction for the summer. Dragon is perfect for families with children who want to experience speed and excitement together, and it will be a fantastic addition to our amusement park area, says Rickard Sjödén, CEO of Parken Zoo.
The new attraction is part of Parken Zoo's continued investment in developing the amusement park and creating more experiences for both new and returning guests.
This summer, thrilling adventures, laughter, and new memories await – and Dragon is ready to take its place as one of the park's major new attractions in 2026.
Parken Zoo launches fitness simulator cards.
29 May 2026
Nu ger Parken Zoo möjlighet för alla som vill motionssimma i sommar att komma in på Parkenbadet klockan 08.00 och simma till klockan 10.00 när Parken öppnar. This summer, Parken Zoo is offering everyone who wants to swim for fitness the opportunity to enter the Parkenbadet at 8:00 AM and swim until 10:00 AM when Parken opens.
"We've experienced high demand from the public in Eskilstuna to use Parkenbadet for lengths swimming. On days when Parken Zoo is open, we lack the capacity and opportunity, but have instead chosen to open the pool in the mornings for everyone who wants to swim lengths in peace and quiet. You can either use your season ticket or purchase a special lengths swimming card for the times between 08:00 and 10:00," says Rickard Sjödén, CEO of Parken Zoo.
If you want to swim and bathe during the day, you can buy an entrance ticket or season pass to Parken Zoo as usual.
Motion SIM card you buy by Click here.
Record interest in season tickets for 2026, biggest sale ever!
20 April 2026
For the 2026 season, interest in season tickets has broken all previous records. Almost 15,000 tickets sold make this the most successful sale in Parken Zoo's history.
The strong development is seen as a testament to the transformation the park is currently undergoing. Greater transparency regarding the vision for the future, combined with several new animal species that have moved in, has contributed to increased trust and engagement from visitors. At the same time, investments in new rides and a broad, attractive artist programme have further strengthened the overall experience.
– It feels fantastic to see the response. We have worked hard at being clear in our communication and showing where we are heading. That so many choose to join us on that journey means a great deal., says marketing manager Mattias Zingmark.
To meet the great interest and give more people the opportunity to take part in the offer, the campaign will be extended throughout April.
– We are both proud and very humbled by the immense interest. This is a testament to our guests believing in the direction we have set for the park and the development we are currently undertaking., says CEO Rickard Sjödén.
The season premieres on May 14th and is expected to offer a range of new features and experiences for both new and returning guests.
Gibbon born at Parken Zoo
13 April 2026
Parken Zoo has received a long-awaited addition – a white-cheeked gibbon baby that has now ventured out into the spring sunshine with its family for the first time.
Magnificent singalong summer at Parken Zoo!
13 April 2026
This summer, Parken Zoo in Eskilstuna will become an obvious meeting place for music, togetherness and summer vibes when four big singalong evenings take place on the Folkpark stage under the open sky.
Parken Zoo's new king of the jungle – 360° at a height of 25 metres
13 April 2026
Parken Zoo in Eskilstuna is making its biggest ever investment in a funfair, with a total of over 20 million SEK being invested in Parken before the summer. A total of three new rides are ready for their premiere on May 14th, with the star attraction, Top Spin, being the only one of its kind in Scandinavia.
Parken Zoo meets Nashville!
13 April 2026
On 24th July, Parken Zoo transforms into a vibrant meeting place where the sounds of Nashville blend with the Swedish summer night.