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Six Flags Over Georgia Opens for 57th Season This Saturday, March 2

Press Release from Six Flags Over Georgia:


AUSTELL, Georgia — February 28, 2024 — Six Flags Over Georgia — the Thrill Capital of the South — kicks off its 57th season on Saturday, March 2. The park has spent the winter gearing up for a season of exciting events, a sensational spring entertainment lineup, new in-park experiences centered on guest service and a first-of-its-kind Ultra Surf coaster, Georgia Surfer, opening later this summer.

 

Georgia Surfer Coming This Summer


This summer, Six Flags Over Georgia is debuting a first-of-its-kind, industry-revolutionizing attraction featuring the ultimate combination of a roller coaster and a water ride. Created by Intamin Amusement Rides, Georgia Surfer promises ultra-power, high capacity and unpredictable airtime – the ultimate theme park surf experience. The new construction will take place in the former Splashwater Falls area, neighboring Thunder River and Pandemonium. To stay up to date on announcements regarding this new attraction, visit sixflags.com/overgeorgia.

 

Sensational Spring Entertainment Lineup




Six Flags Over Georgia is kicking off the 2024 season with a jam packed entertainment lineup featuring four new offerings, the return of a guest favorite comedy show and character meet and greets featuring the Looney Tunes and Monster Mansion characters. Start the day off right with the Looney Tunes Welcome Celebration then dance along to the beat with the Funtime Drumline, Peachtree Pop Stars or Looney Tunes Party in the Plaza. Plus, the guest favorite Comedy Wild West Show is returning in a new location at the Dare Devil Dive Stage.

 

Exciting Events & Park Milestones




This season, Six Flags Over Georgia is celebrating multiple park milestones and will be introducing new and guest-favorite events, such as:

  • Georgia Scorcher, Celebrating 25 Years: Georgia Scorcher, the park’s iconic stand-up rollercoaster which opened in 1999, is celebrating 25 years of operation this season. The park will be celebrating with special decorations and a photo opportunity in the ride area as well as a Pass Holder giveaway later this season;

  • Spring Break, March 30 – April 7: Enjoy festive fun during the day with the Egg Shellabration, a kid friendly scavenger hunt featuring oversized eggs inspired by some iconic Looney Tunes and DC COMICS™ characters. At night, turn up the frights and attempt to survive Jigsaw’s ingenious and terrifying traps with a haunted maze inspired by the iconic SAW franchise, returning select nights during Spring Break;

  • Low Sensory Sundays, Sundays in April: In recognition of World Autism Month, the park is creating a less stimulating environment for the first two hours of park operation.

  • Brews & Bites, Weekends, April 20 - May 19: savor the spirits of spring with craft brews and cocktails, food and beverage pairings, live entertainment and more;

  • Hurricane Harbor, Celebrating 10 Years: Hurricane Harbor, a waterpark located inside of Six Flags Over Georgia which opened in 2014, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this season. Hurricane Harbor will be open from May 25 – September 8.

  • NEW! Summer Vibes Festival, June 1 – June 30: Guests will be immersed in a kaleidoscope of color at this brand new summer festival;

  • July 4th Fireworks Celebration, July 3 – 6: Celebrate the Fourth of July at Six Flags Over Georgia with a fireworks show;

  • Coaster Fest, August 17 – 18: Go beyond the steel and get up close and personal with the most thrilling coasters in the Southeast with lift hill walks, behind the scenes tours, special presentations, exclusive ride times and more;

  • Oktoberfest, Weekends, September 14 – November 3: Enjoy craft & seasonal brews complimented with a menu of German inspired cuisine;

  • Fright Fest, Select Nights, September 21 – November 3: The park is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Fright Fest, Atlanta’s favorite Halloween event, this season.

  • Kids Boo Fest, Select Days, September 21 – November 3: Enjoy family friendly Halloween thrills by day featuring trick-or-treating, costume contests, arts and crafts and more.

  • Veterans Weekend, November 9 - 10: Celebrate and honor our nation's heroes; and

  • Holiday in the Park, Select Dates, November 23 – January 5, 2025: Celebrate the magic of the season with the 10th anniversary of Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia.

 

For more information on these upcoming events and more, visit sixflags.com/overgeorgia.





Personalized Ride Photo Experience




Six Flags Over Georgia has partnered with PomVom, a digital platform that seamlessly connects guests to photos and video captured in the park, to expand their digital media services in the park. Guests can now capture memorable moments with personalized photos and videos delivered straight to their phones. The new experience is offered at Goliath, THE RIDDLER™ Mindbender, Twisted Cyclone, Log Jamboree, SUPERMAN™: Ultimate Flight, BATMAN™: The Ride and during meet and greets with the Looney Tunes characters. Guests can visit sixflags.com/overgeorgia to learn more and purchase a Digital Media Package before their next visit.

 

Updated Infrastructure for an Enhanced Guest Experience



Construction has begun on a new Six Flags Universe store, opening later this season. The new location, located at the park entrance, is a one stop shop for Six Flags, Looney Tunes and DC COMICS merchandise. The park entrance is also home to a brand new funnel cake building, redesigned for efficiency and guest satisfaction. Dee Jay’s Diner, a retro 1950s style quick service restaurant, is receiving an interior remodel later this season, with a focus on enhancing guest comfort and service.

 

Flavorful New Food Offerings



A variety of tasty, new food and beverage offerings are launching at the park this season, including pineapple and strawberry soft serve, flatbread sandwiches featuring Italian meat, chicken pesto or vegetables, hot Miner’s Melts from Miner’s Cookhouse and an all new Muenster Mansion Burger named after the iconic Monster Mansion attraction. New bar locations are being added to the park, including Along the Rails Tavern, a relaxing outdoor patio located near the picturesque Marthasville Railroad Station, and Munchopolis Beverages, which offers cold beers and tantalizing moonshine cocktails.

 

Six Flags Over Georgia is open weekends March 2 through May 19, including daily operation for Spring Break March 30 – April 7. Summer daily operation begins May 22. The best way to experience all that Six Flags Over Georgia has to offer is with a Season Pass, which includes visits to the park all season long, food and merchandise discounts, and more benefits depending on pass level. To view current Season Pass deals, visit sixflags.com/overgeorgia.

 

About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company with 27 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For 63 years, Six Flags has entertained hundreds of millions of guests with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions. Six Flags is committed to creating an inclusive environment that fully embraces the diversity of our team members and guests. For more information, visit sixflags.com.




About Six Flags Over Georgia

Six Flags Over Georgia, the Thrill Capital of the South, is home to more than 45 rides and attractions including 12 world-class roller coasters and the seven-acre Hurricane Harbor Atlanta water park. Six Flags White Water, the South’s Most Thrilling Water Park, boasts more than 24 state-of-the-art water slides, three interactive children’s areas and a 700,000 gallon wave pool. Six Flags Over Georgia and White Water are the premier destinations for thrilling, family fun.