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Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor to Close Permanently in 2025

The Maryland parks will shut down on November 2, with the 500-acre site slated for redevelopment following a strategic review after Six Flags' merger with Cedar Fair.

The Six Flags America location in Bowie, Maryland, will be shutting down after 26 years with plans to sell the 500-acre park for redevelopment.
370794 09: A rollercoaster makes a loop at Six Flags Amusement Park June 9, 2000 in Agawam, MA. Six Flags New England opened in May 2000, making the theme park the largest in the Northeast. (Photo by Darren McCollester/Newsmakers)

Overview

  • Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announced the closure of Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor in Bowie, Maryland, after the 2025 season, citing a lack of alignment with its long-term growth strategy.
  • The parks' final operating day will be November 2, 2025, and all 2025 season passes and tickets will remain valid through the closure date.
  • The 500-acre property will be marketed for redevelopment, with CBRE engaged to oversee the sale and unlock maximum value from the site.
  • Approximately 70 full-time employees will be impacted, with Six Flags providing severance packages and other benefits to eligible associates.
  • This marks the first major operational shift since Six Flags merged with Cedar Fair in July 2024, with no additional park closures currently planned.