After taking a year off from Six Flags due to a hectic schedule for us, I surprised the family by purchasing season passes again – just in time for Fright Fest and Last Call for Fall last year. This year we plan to be there often, and one exciting announcement is for something that’s looming far off in the horizon… for the first time in the park’s 42-year history, Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois is extending its operating season and inviting guests of all ages to be a part of the festivities at the new Six Flags Holiday in the Park. It’s an event that’s been requested for ages, but the Illinois weather is cold and unpredictable, so it’s always been a “wish list” item that guests to other Six Flags parks have enjoyed. The new Holiday in the Park will feature more than one million LED lights, beautifully adorned Christmas trees, thrilling rides, enchanting shows, delicious seasonal food and dazzling park décor. The fun begins on Friday, November 23 and run weekends through Sunday, December 23 and daily December 26 – December 31.
“Six Flags is creating a new season of thrills as the park is transformed into a winter wonderland with a million dazzling lights and all the magical sights, sounds and tastes of the holidays,” said Park President, Hank Salemi. “We are excited to extend our operating calendar and make Gurnee the premier place to spend the holiday season.”
Additional highlights of Holiday in the Park include:
- State-of-the-art light shows;
- Spectacular nightly tree-lighting ceremony;
- Outstanding coasters and attractions;
- Magical holiday shows;
- Fire pits for roasting marshmallows and making s’mores;
- Millions of dazzling lights; and
- Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Holiday in the Park is included with a 2018 Six Flags Great America Season Pass and Membership. Members can now enjoy priority park entry and discounts of up to 50% on nearly all food and merchandise purchases all season long. Members also receive skip-the-line passes, sneak previews, and extended ride times on some of their favorite rides and attractions. Check out the official site for more.
