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The Jokers Jinx rollercoaster at Six Flags America.
Six Flags America park goers will have to find their thrills elsewhere.
The theme park announced on May 1 that it plans to shut down the Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor in Bowie, Md., at the end of the 2025 season.
“As part of our comprehensive review of our park portfolio, we have determined that Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor are not a strategic fit with the company’s long-term growth plan,” Six Flags President & CEO Richard A. Zimmerman said in a press release. “After reviewing a number of options, we believe that marketing the property for redevelopment will generate the highest value and return on investment.”
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Amusement park attendees ride Superman: Ride of Steel at Six Flags America.
The nearly 500-acre property will be up for sale with the intention of being redeveloped.
“This was a difficult decision, and we recognize the impact it will have on our Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor park associates and guests,” Zimmerman added. “We are grateful to our park associates who work hard to create lifelong memories for our guests, and Six Flags is committed to supporting all impacted associates through the closure process at the end of this year.”
According to the company, the park currently employs around 70 full-time employees and will be offering severance and benefits to those eligible.
The park will honor season pass holders through the end of the 2025 season. The park’s final day open to the public will be Nov. 2, 2025.
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation tells PEOPLE, “We have not yet determined what will happen to each ride or attraction after the park is closed but relocation to other Six Flags parks or selling to other amusement park operators are options that may be considered.”
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Rollercoasters at Six Flags America in Maryland.
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Six Flags Entertainment Corporation houses more than 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resorts in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
The Six Flags America location opened in 1974 as a drive-thru safari experience called The Largo Wildlife Preserve but was recreated as Six Flags America in 1999.
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