North America Amusement Parks Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Rides (Mechanical Rides, and Water Rides), By Revenue Source (Tickets, Food and Beverage, Merchandise, and Hotels and Resorts), and North America, Amusement Parks Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

North America Amusement Parks Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The North America Amusement Parks Market Size Was Estimated at USD 38.94 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 3.82% from 2025 to 2035
• The North America Amusement Parks Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 58.80 Billion by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the North America Amusement Parks Market Size is Anticipated to Reach USD 58.80 Billion by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 3.82% from 2025 to 2035. Rising tourist attractions, immersive ride creativity, strategic media collaboration, experiential shopping, environmental initiatives, and growing demographics looking for family-friendly leisure activities and themed entertainment are some of the opportunities in the North America amusement parks market.  

Market Overview

The regional sector that includes the construction, management, and operation of amusement parks that provide rides, attractions, and themed experiences for leisure and recreation is known as the North America amusement parks market. Theme parks, water parks, and family entertainment venues serving a range of age groups and demographics are included in the North America amusement parks market. Immersion experiences, mechanical rides, family entertainment, technological innovation, tourism expansion, seasonal events, and income creation through tickets, merchandise, food, and resort accommodations are the main trends of the North America amusement parks market. The growing desire for immersive entertainment experiences, which is being driven by increased disposable incomes, more tourists, and ongoing investments in cutting-edge attractions, is the main driver of the North America amusement parks market. Innovative amusement park attractions, lodging options, and goods are becoming more and more well-liked by guests of all ages, which is propelling the North America amusement parks market.  

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for North America amusement parks market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the North America amusement parks market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the North America amusement parks market. 

Driving Factors

The United States is leading the way in the growth of the amusement parks sector in North America, which is mostly driven by rising disposable income and tourism. Technological developments in theme parks, virtual reality (VR), and AI-powered crowd control further improve guest engagement and guarantee the industry's continued expansion in the North America amusement parks market. Growing disposable income and shifting consumer lifestyle tastes, especially in emerging nations, are two of the main factors driving the North America amusement parks market. Innovations in attraction technology are improving tourist experiences and boosting sales.    

Restraining Factors

High operating expenses, workforce shortages, seasonal attendance variations, safety concerns, and pandemic-related setbacks are some of the restraining factors hampering the North America amusement parks market.

Market Segmentation

The North America amusement parks market share is classified into rides and revenue source

• The mechanical rides segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

The North America amusement parks market is segmented by rides into mechanical rides and water rides. Among these, the mechanical rides segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. Mechanical rides are popular with people of all ages due to their high level of adrenaline, technological advancements, and widespread appeal. The most well-liked attractions are still roller coasters, drop towers, Ferris wheels, and motion simulators due to their offering fast-paced, immersive experiences.  

• The tickets segment held a largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The North America amusement parks market is segmented by revenue source into tickets, food and beverage, merchandise, and hotels and resorts. Among these, the tickets segment held a largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The ticket sector has undergone a change due to the broad use of digital and mobile ticketing. These days, amusement parks provide easy online booking so that guests can buy tickets via phones and computers.  

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the North America amusement parks market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Epcot
• Disneyland
• Magic Kingdom
• Disneys Hollywood Studios
• Disneys Animal Kingdom
• Others

Recent Developments

• In January 2023, the Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn was acquired by Delaware North, a multinational hospitality and entertainment company, as part of its continuous growth in the parks and lodging sector.  

Key Target Audience 

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at North America, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the North America amusement parks market based on the below-mentioned segments:

North America Amusement Parks Market, By Rides  

• Mechanical Rides
• Water Rides

North America Amusement Parks Market, By Revenue Source

• Tickets
• Food and Beverage
• Merchandise
• Hotels and Resorts