Six Flags has announced it will invest more than $1 billion in its dozens of amusement parks over the next two years, including at Great America in Gurnee.
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation said it will invest $1 billion over the next two years to enhance the guest experience at its 42 parks.
The investments, which will total between $500 million and $525 million in both 2025 and 2026, will include new rides, attractions, themed areas, dining upgrades and technology enhancements.
“Our capital investment plans for the next two years reinforce our commitment to providing unmatched thrills, immersive entertainment and lifelong memories to guests of all ages,” Six Flags President & CEO Richard A. Zimmerman said.
“The new Six Flags has a unique opportunity to refresh and renew the guest experience, one so compelling that a visit to one of our parks will be viewed as an indispensable choice in family entertainment,” Zimmerman said.
In August, the company unveiled its capital investment for the 2025 operating season.
Those plans include seven new roller coasters, along with an expanded roster of popular seasonal events.
In addition, a new All Park Passport Add-On will allow season pass holders and members to visit all 42 of the company’s amusement and water parks beginning January 6.
Among the capital investments planned for the 2026 operating season, Six Flags Great America will celebrate its 50th anniversary, debuting a new kids’ area, commemorative events and park enhancements
Six Flags said the capital investments will go beyond new rides.
More than $80 million of the overall two-year spend will go toward food and beverage upgrades, including new restaurant concepts and improved menu offerings.
The company said more information will be shared as details and timetables are formalized.
“This is an incredibly exciting time as we lay the foundation for growth for the new Six Flags and focus on what our team does best: make people happy by delivering the best possible experience and value to our guests each and every day,” Zimmerman said.