Six Flags Sets California’s Great America Final Season Through Labor Day 2027

Verified and updated: November 11, 2026, 10:34 p.m. ET (UTC−05:00).

California’s Great America will open its final season in March 2027 and end operations on Labor Day, September 6, Six Flags has confirmed. The Santa Clara, California, park will hold a Farewell Season, but the company has not yet published the full operating calendar or daily hours. For visitors, the key change is that the end date is now defined; planning a specific visit still requires waiting for the schedule.

Six Flags says rides, attractions and group events will be part of the final season, and 2027 Gold and Prestige passes include unlimited visits to Great America during that season. The park’s announcement also points passholders to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo. Six Flags’ announcement is the primary source for the season timeline and pass details.

Destaques

• Final season: March through Labor Day, September 6, 2027.
• The detailed calendar, including operating days and hours, has not been announced.
• 2027 Gold and Prestige passes include unlimited visits during the final season.
• Six Flags says group outings, corporate events and student and youth visits will continue.

When will California’s Great America close?

Six Flags says the park will open for its Farewell Season in March 2027 and conclude operations on Labor Day, September 6. This gives visitors a firm season endpoint, but it does not establish the last day every attraction will operate or the park’s hours on individual dates. Six Flags says it will announce operating days and hours later.

The date aligns with the park’s lease situation. The land was sold by former owner Cedar Fair to Prologis in 2022, with a lease allowing the park to operate through 2027. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that the current lease expires in June 2028 and Six Flags decided not to renew it. The lease explains why the closure is planned after the 2027 season; Six Flags’ official announcement confirms the season timeline. The Chronicle’s report provides additional context on the property and lease.

What is confirmed for the final season?

The company describes 2027 as a Farewell Season and says guests will have a final opportunity to experience the park’s rides, attractions and traditions. Group outings, corporate events, student visits and youth programs are also expected to continue throughout the season. That provides a planning window for families and groups, although availability and event dates will depend on details Six Flags has not yet released.

Six Flags says 2027 Gold and Prestige passes include unlimited visits to Great America for the final season. The company also says these passholders can access Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo. Visitors should review current pass terms and benefits before purchasing, since eligibility and add-ons may have separate conditions.

The official announcement does not list a ride-by-ride operating guarantee, special farewell events, or the detailed schedule. “Final season” means the park is scheduled to operate through the stated season, not that every ride will be open on every visit; routine maintenance, weather and other operating conditions can affect attractions.

Why is Six Flags closing the park?

The closure follows the company’s decision not to renew the lease for the Santa Clara property. Six Flags says 2027 will be the final operating season. The park opened in 1976, and the announcement frames the final year as an opportunity for guests to revisit its attractions and traditions.

The broader company context is portfolio change, but it should not be confused with this park’s specific reason. In its November 5, 2026 quarterly filing, Six Flags said its reported results include seven parks sold to EPR Properties and Six Flags America, which stopped operating after the 2025 season. Those are separate portfolio changes; the Great America announcement cites its own planned final season. Six Flags’ SEC-filed quarterly results detail those portfolio and operating figures.

What should visitors do before planning a trip?

Visitors can use September 6, 2027 as the announced end date, but should wait for the official calendar before booking around a particular day. Check the park’s schedule and ticket terms close to purchase, especially for weekends, holiday periods and group visits. Passholders should confirm that their specific 2027 pass includes the access they expect, and check whether add-ons or reservations apply.

As of this update, Six Flags has confirmed the season’s March start, Labor Day conclusion and broad pass and group arrangements. It has not published the complete calendar, hours, or detailed farewell programming. Those details could affect trip timing, so any specific opening day or special event beyond the stated season dates remains unconfirmed.

FAQ

Is California’s Great America closing in 2027?

Yes. Six Flags says 2027 will be the Santa Clara park’s final season, ending on Labor Day, September 6.

Are tickets or passes available for the final season?

Six Flags says 2027 Gold and Prestige passes include unlimited visits to Great America during the final season. Check the official pass terms for current purchase and benefit details.

Has Six Flags released the full 2027 schedule?

No. The company says operating days and hours will be announced later.