Qiddiya Investment Company has signed a deal with Toei Animation to license the Dragon Ball franchise for a new theme park at the Qiddiya City development in Saudi Arabia.
"Our collaboration with Qiddiya marks a key milestone, offering fans a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the epic adventures of Dragon Ball first-hand in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," Toei Animation President Katsuhiro Takagi said. "The reveal of the world's only Dragon Ball theme park is a testament to the timeless legacy of the Dragon Ball franchise."
"We are pleased to be partnering with Toei Animation, bringing their rich legacy of pioneering contributions to the anime industry to Qiddiya City," Qiddiya Investment Company Managing Director Abdullah Aldawood said. "Dragon Ball Theme Park is a celebration of the diverse and vibrant world of anime, offering a unique blend of thrills, family-friendly attractions, and immersive entertainment for everyone."
The park will feature seven themed zones, inspired by the seven wish-granting dragon balls from the franchise. It will span over 123 acres, with more than 30 themed rides, including "five groundbreaking attractions," according to Qiddiya's press release. The project also will offer themed in-park hotels.
At the heart of the park will stand a 230-foot Shenron landmark, which will be home to a new roller coaster.
Here are other concept images of the park and its landmarks, courtesy Qiddiya.
Qiddiya City is a tourism project now under construction near Riyadh. The project will include the Six Flags Qiddiya amusement park, also now under construction, as well as a new FIA Grade 1 racetrack, which is expected host a Formula 1 grand prix in 2027. There is no announced opening date yet for the Dragon Ball Theme Park.
Update: Orlando-based Falcon’s Creative Group announced that it is the master planner, attraction designer and "creative guardian" of the planned Dragon Ball Theme Park.
"It has been a true source of pride for our company to serve as a lead creative consultant for the Dragon Ball Theme Park," Falcon's Beyond CEO Cecil D. Magpuri said. "Qiddiya Investment Company, Toei Animation and our team hold a shared vision to reimagine the world of entertainment and delight consumers in new, innovative ways. This theme park will do just that."
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Yeah…I’ll believe it when I see it. I really doubt the wisdom in centering an entire theme park on one IP. The smart move would be to at least include Naruto and One Piece.
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Oh to be a Saudi Prince with more money than sense.