Six Flags' California's Great America to Close After More Than Five Decades
California's Great America amusement park will end operations after the 2027 season, following the decision not to renew its land lease that expires in 2028.
Six Flags announced that California's Great America in Santa Clara will cease operations after its final season, which runs from March 2027 to Labor Day. The decision follows the park's choice not to extend the land lease that ends in June 2028.
"The Farewell Season is an opportunity for generations of Bay Area guests to return, spend time with family and friends, and revisit the attractions and traditions that have made the park in Santa Clara, California such a meaningful part of the community," said Dave Vosejpka, park manager.
The park opened in 1976 as Marriott’s Great America and operated on public land for decades. Cedar Fair Entertainment Co. purchased the 112-acre site in 2019 for about $150 million, later selling it to real-estate firm Prologis for roughly $310 million while retaining a lease. Cedar Fair merged with Six Flags in 2024.
Industry observers noted a slowdown in recent years, including the cancellation of most live entertainment and holiday events in the prior year. The closure follows Six Flags' earlier sale of seven parks to EPR Properties earlier this year.