Galaxyland Powered by Hasbro is the indoor amusement park inside West Edmonton Mall, and it works as well in January as in July. The rides are grouped by thrill level. At the bold end you will find the Galaxy Orbiter coaster, the Space Shot drop tower and Havoc, while the middle tier includes the Cootie Coaster, a three-storey ropes course themed on G.I. Joe and the Golden Galley. Younger children have their own set of gentle rides, including a Monopoly-themed carousel and railroad, and a play area for the smallest visitors. The Hasbro branding gives the park its colour, with board-game themes running through the attractions. A new roller coaster has been announced, with details still to come. Because it is indoors, the main variable is crowds, not weather, so visiting outside school holidays makes a big difference.
What to expect on the day
You buy an all-day pass, ride in any order and can leave and return the same day, which is useful for lunch breaks or a rest in the mall. Many rides have minimum and maximum height or weight limits, and shorter riders may need a paying adult to accompany them, so check the height guide before you go to avoid disappointing a child at the gate. Bags and phones cannot go on the rides, but lockers are available to rent.
Plan around the schedule. Some rides close for maintenance without warning, and others open late or run on alternating days, so look at the ride availability page on the day you go. If a ride is down after you have paid, admission is not refunded, which is a good reason to check first. Weekday visits outside school holidays are the quietest, and arriving at opening lets you ride the big attractions before queues build.
Who it suits
Families with children from toddlers to teenagers will get the most from it, and thrill-seekers will find enough to fill an afternoon. Adults without children can enjoy the bigger rides but may find a few hours enough. Pair it with a meal elsewhere in the mall, and consider the Fantasyland Hotel next door if you want to turn it into a short stay. Wear shoes you can walk in and bring a layer for the cold outside.
What to expect
The experience
An indoor amusement park with coasters, a drop tower, family rides and a toddler area, sold as an all-day pass with same-day re-entry.
Best time
Weekdays outside school holidays, arriving at opening so the biggest rides have short waits.
How long
Three hours for a quick visit; a full day if you want to repeat favourites.
Tips
Check the height guide and the ride availability page before you buy, rent a locker for bags and phones, and plan a lunch break since re-entry is allowed.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Families and thrill-seekers who want rides without relying on good weather.
- Families
- One of the best family days in the city, with rides for every height and age group and a play area for the youngest.
- Couples
- Fun for couples who like coasters, though most of the park is aimed at families.
- Pair with
- World Waterpark for a full-day pass combination, or a stay at the Fantasyland Hotel.
- Time needed
- Half a day to a full day, depending on queues and your group's age.
Good questions
Do I need a separate ticket for Galaxyland?+
Yes, Galaxyland is a ticketed attraction inside the mall, and entry to the mall itself is free. Day passes and multi-attraction passes are sold through the mall's website.
Can I leave and come back the same day?+
Yes, Galaxyland is one of the few mall attractions that allows same-day re-entry. This makes it easy to break for lunch or a rest.
Are there rides for small children?+
Yes, the park has a group of gentle rides and a play area aimed at younger children, including a Monopoly-themed carousel and railroad. Check the height requirements for each ride before you go.
What if a ride is closed for maintenance?+
Some rides close or open late without notice, and closures are posted on the park's ride availability page. Admission is not refunded for rides that are down, so check before you buy.
Can I take my phone on the rides?+
No, bags, phones and other loose items are not allowed on the rides. Lockers are available to rent near the entrance.
