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Significant Build Kicks Off with First Track Delivery​
JACKSON, N.J. — February 18, 2026 — Six Flags Great Adventure has reached a major milestone in the development of a significant new attraction, as the first sections of track have officially arrived on site. This marks the beginning of visible construction on a new roller coaster planned to debut in 2027.

These newly delivered components signal the start of an exciting new build that will continue to progress in the coming months. While full details will be shared at a later date, the scale of the track now arriving highlights the importance of this addition to the park’s future lineup.

Additional updates on the attraction will be provided as development continues.

What’s Coming to Six Flags Great Adventure in 2026
The 2026 season is shaping up to be a milestone year for Six Flags Great Adventure, delivering new experiences and enhanced guest offerings across the park.
According to the park’s official update:
  • Safari Off‑Road Adventure returns inside the theme park, allowing guests to board safari vehicles directly from a dedicated in‑park loading station near Runaway Mine Train and Medusa.
  • Expanded live entertainment takes center stage with the debut of a new Main Street main stage, designed to host seasonal events, daily shows, and special performances.
  • Dining upgrades will elevate the culinary experience, including the transformation of Best of the West into Best of the West: Smokehouse, featuring house‑smoked barbecue, and a refreshed Main Street Pub focused on faster service and classic pub fare.
  • El Toro receives major track improvements, new track pieces installed to deliver a smoother, faster ride experience for the 2026 season.
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These enhancements reflect the park’s ongoing commitment to delivering memorable and immersive experiences for guests each and every season.
Looking Ahead
Six Flags Great Adventure continues to invest in the future with new attractions, expanded entertainment offerings, and enhanced guest benefits. The arrival of track for the park’s upcoming major attraction marks just the beginning of an exciting multi‑year journey—one that will deliver significant new thrills and experiences to the region.

Additional updates, including full attraction details, will be announced at a later date.

Expanded Value for Guests: New 2026 Gold Pass Regional Access
Beginning in 2026, Six Flags Gold Passholders and Members will enjoy all‑new regional park access, unlocking entry to every Six Flags park within their designated region at no additional cost. This major enhancement gives guests the flexibility to explore a full lineup of destinations with one pass.

About Six Flags Great Adventure
Six Flags Great Adventure boasts four world-class attractions with Six Flags Great Adventure, Hurricane Harbor, Wild Safari and Savanah Sunset Resort and Spa. Home to award-winning rides like Nitro, El Toro and Jersey Devil Coaster, the park offers two areas just for the littlest guests and great family rides for the whole family, plus entertainment, shopping, and a wide variety of dining options. Its Wild Safari is one of the largest safaris outside of Africa and gets guests up-close to more than 1,200 animals from around the globe. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is one of the Northeast’s largest waterparks with more than 25 refreshing attractions for the whole family. www.sixflags.com/greatadventure
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About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 26 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 16 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The Company also manages an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.
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