Six Flags Announces California's Great America Will Close on Labor Day 2027

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation confirmed that California's Great America in Santa Clara will close permanently after its last day of operation on Labor Day, Sept. 6, 2027. The park, which opened in 1976, will run a "Farewell Season" beginning in March 2027 to commemorate more than 50 years of attractions such as Flight Deck, Gold Striker and Drop Tower.

"For more than five decades, this Santa Clara theme park has brought people together, created family traditions and served as the backdrop for unforgettable memories," park manager Dave Vosejpka said in a company statement.

The decision follows a series of ownership changes. Cedar Fair sold the land to industrial real-estate firm Prologis in 2022 for $310 million, retaining a lease that runs through 2028. Six Flags, which merged with Cedar Fair in 2024, opted not to extend the lease beyond its current term. In a recent earnings call, Six Flags reported a net loss of $366 million on revenue of $1.17 billion.

Local officials expressed disappointment. Santa Clara Councilmember and Mayor-elect Karen Hardy said the park is the only large amusement venue in the South Bay and Peninsula area and that its loss is a blow to families.

Hardy noted that, without land ownership, the park has limited influence over the site's future, but she has raised concerns with Prologis about preserving the recently renovated water park and the historic carousel at the entrance. No outcome has been announced.

The company said the final season will feature commemorative events and digital storytelling to honor the park's legacy for guests and the broader community.