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California’s Great America May Close After 2027 Season Without Lease Extension

Six Flags is negotiating with city officials to decide whether to extend the park’s land lease.

An aerial view of California’s Great America in Santa Clara, Calif.
Six Flags may shut down California’s Great America in Santa Clara after the 2027 season if it does not extend its land lease, which expires in 2028.
The Patriot roller coaster takes riders through a 360-degree loop during a preview ride at California’s Great America in Santa Clara, Calif., on Friday, March 31, 2017. 
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Overview

  • The park’s lease on the 112-acre Prologis-owned land ends June 30, 2028, with a five-year extension option through 2033.
  • The property was sold in 2022 by Cedar Fair to Prologis for $310 million under a sale-leaseback agreement.
  • After the 2027 season, operations will wind down with the final day expected following the annual Halloween events.
  • Six Flags CFO Brian Witherow cited low profit margins as a key factor behind the potential shutdown.
  • Prologis is working with planning and design experts on a long-term master plan for the property.