Boonie Bears Land Opens in Huan’an: The New Family Getaway in Jiangsu

Fantawild’s latest theme park, Boonie Bears Land,officially opened to the public on Saturday 28th September, marking a significant milestone in Huai’an city’s cultural tourism development and Fantawild’s continued expansion in the entertainment and attraction industry.The new park, the first large-scale family-friendly amusement park in Jiangsu Province themed around the Boonie Bears IP, attracted significant visitor number both from within the province and from outside on its opening day.The strong turnout was in line with Fantawild’s expectations, driven by the strong appeal of the Boonie Bears franchise, the park’s fairytale-like design,distinctive themed attractions, and surreal live performances.The Huai’an-based theme park is already emerging as a popular choice for family vacations in Jiangsu and the broader Yangtze River Delta region. High-Performing IP meets Hi-Tech EntertainmentThe park is centered around the popular Boonie Bears franchise,developed by China-based animation and entertainment company Fantawild. Leveraging its in-house expertise in immersive theme park design and seasoned operational experience, Fantawild has created a thoroughly engaging family destination. Boonie Bears Land features a blend of interactive live shows, cutting-edge attractions, and hands-on activities tailored for all ages, centered on Fantawild’s most popular protagonists. The park is divided into seven themed zones, comprising eight indoor attractions and 25 outdoor rides and experiences. At the heart of the it’s design are immersive performances that draw visitors into a vibrant Boonie Bears universe where fantasy and reality seamlessly intertwine.Boonie Bears Land plans to continue enhancing its themed performances and interactive experiences to better serve the every day leisure needs of local families. At the same time, it aims to attract more visitors from neighboring cities. With a long-term vision of becoming a premier family vacation destination in Jiangsu, the park is positioning itself as a cultural landmark with growing influence across the Yangtze River Delta region. Themed Zones and Dreamlike Performances Draw CrowdsOn opening day, large crowds of locals and tourists arrived early to experience what many are already calling a new “family paradise.” From the moment its first visitors entered Boonie Bears Land, they were swept up in a whimsical animation-inspired world, complete with quaint treehouses, winding forest paths, and lifelike sculptures of beloved Boonie Bears characters. The park’s soft colorpalette and imaginative design elements created a vibrant, fairytale-like atmosphere. Children wandered in wide-eyed with excitement, pointing out familiar faces with some calling out, “Mommy, look! It’s Briar, Bramble, and Vick!”, bringing the beloved animated series vividly to life in a tangible setting. The park’s standout feature is the high level of interactivity it provides. The daily Boonie Bears Celebrity Meet-&-Greet performances bring children face to face with their favourite Boonie Bears characters.Briar, Bramble and Vick appear to have stepped right out of Pine Tree Mountainto give high-fives, snap photos, and interact with visitors of all ages. The Boonie Bears Forest Carnival Parade ups the ante with vibrantly painted floats hosting a troupe of high-energy performers encouraging visitors to join them in song and dance. Kids could be seen jumping and waving their hands as each float approached, completely immersed in the hubbub of the parade. Leveraging New Technologies to Create A Real-Life "Fairytale World"Inspired by the Boonie Bears movie series, attractions such as Let’s Fly, Toy Box Fun, and Boonie Bears Theater quickly became crowd favorites on opening day. These experiences integrate cutting-edge technologies, including dome theaters, augmented reality (AR) interactions, and water-based adventures, to bring the animated world to life. By allowing visitors to actively participate in the storytelling, the attractions deliver an immersive entertainment experience that exceeds expectations and sets a new standard for family-friendly theme parks.One of the park’s most immersive attractions, Boonie Bears Theater,utilizes track-tracing and VR interaction technology to transport audiences directly into the animated world of the franchise. Nearby, Vick’s House brings iconic scenes from the series to life, inviting children to step inside the character’s cabin and experience Boonie Bears as Vick might. Outdoor rides like Tribal Twist and Wave Riders blend the charm of the Boonie Bears IP with thrilling,high-energy elements, inspiring an adventurous streak among younger visitors. Meanwhile, attractions such as Eye in the Sky, Flying Chair, and Surf’s Up have struck a nostalgic chord with adults, offering joyful, lighthearted experiences that encourage guests of all ages to reconnect with their inner child.A One-Stop-Shop with Generous Dining OptionsOn opening day, the park’s themed dining and merchandise offerings saw high demand. Three dedicated restaurants creatively incorporated elements from the Boonie Bears universe, with playful décor and meal presentations designed to appeal to families and young children.Standout items included family-sized pizzas and ice creams shaped like popular Boonie Bears characters, which proved especially popular with younger diners. A diverse selection of specialty snacks, incorporating flavors from both northern and southern China, ensured there was something to satisfy every palate.The park’s themed stores stocking a variety of Boonie Bears merchandise were equally well-received. The shelves were full of exclusive and trending Fantawild products which fast became must-have souvenirs for shoppers. The entertainment group have prioritised guest comfort and accessibility, with services provided including mobility scooters, nursing rooms, children’s rest areas, a police station, and a medical clinic.Fantawild’s theme parks in Huai’an continue to provide a selection of delights for families from around the region and play a vital role in the city’s cultural tourism development. The grand opening of Boonie Bears Land marks a strategic step forward, complementing the existing Glorious Orient Huai’an park under a dual-theme entertainment model for the city in which “modern history meets family-friendly entertainment and leisure.” Looking ahead, the new park, a carefully balanced blend of fairy-tale atmosphere, advanced technology, and personalized services, is set to further energize Huai’an’s tourism sector. It supports the city’s vision of becoming a leading travel destination in the competitive northern Yangtze River Delta, while offering visitors a richer, more diverse tourism and leisure experience. ;