FAQs

We're always happy to answer your questions about Six Flags. Here are some questions we get a lot. If you don't see your answer here, feel free to Contact Us.

For your convenience, we've sorted the Frequently Asked Questions:

General Information  |  Park Information  |  Pricing & Admission
Ride Information  |  Trip Planning  |  Tips at a Glance 

GENERAL INFORMATION

When does the park open?
What are the operating hours?
What are the current ticket prices?
What concerts are planned for this year?
What special events are planned for this year?
Does Six Flags Great Adventure have live shows?
What kinds of food does the park have?
How do I get information about Six Flags Great Adventure and the area?
Where can I get a map of the park?
What types of jobs does Six Flags Great Adventure offer and how do I apply?
What is the mailing address and phone number?
What is the email newsletter and how do I receive it?

PARK INFORMATION

Is smoking permitted in the park?
Do you rent strollers and wheelchairs?
Does Six Flags Great Adventure have automatic tellers (ATMs)?
Is there a place to store my belongings inside the park?
What happens if I lose something while at the park?
What happens if it rains?
What is a Flash Pass and how does it work?
My family will be visiting. What can we all do together?
Do you have any suggestions if our party gets separated?
Where can I find information for guests with disabilities?
May I bring my own food and beverages into Six Flags Great Adventure?
How do I re-enter the park if I have to leave for some reason?
Does Six Flags Great Adventure have a dress code?
What is Six Flags Great Adventure's alcoholic beverage policy?
Are laser pointers permitted at Six Flags Great Adventure?
Are pets permitted at Six Flags Great Adventure?
What are the rules and regulations for the safari?

PRICING & ADMISSION

What are the current ticket prices?
What does my Six Flags Great Adventure admission ticket include?
Does my child need a Season Pass or ticket?
Does Six Flags Great Adventure offer a discount on admission for groups?
How much is parking?
Do you offer a non-rider discount?
I am having a problem with my online ticket order. What should I do?
What should I do if I can't print my online tickets?  
What if I have an unused daily ticket that has expired?
What if I have an unused Season Pass from a prior season?
Does Six Flags America sell gift certificates?
Besides cash, what other forms of payment does Six Flags Great Adventure accept?
Is there a discount for AAA members?
Do you offer a Travel Agent discount?
Do you offer military discounts?
Do you offer rain checks?

RIDE INFORMATION

How many rides does Six Flags Great Adventure have?
What are the most popular rides for thrill-seekers?
Are there rides for small children to enjoy?
What ride restrictions are there?
What is a Flash Pass and how does it work?
What is your loose article policy?
What is considered exceptional size where rides are concerned?
Are there restrictions for guests with casts?
Are there restrictions for guests with prosthetic devices?
Some rides require that a child be accompanied by an adult or responsible person. How are these defined?
Who designs Six Flags Great Adventure's rides?
How many roller coasters does Six Flags Great Adventure have?
What are the height requirements for the roller coasters?
What is Six Flags Great Adventure's oldest existing roller coaster?

TRIP PLANNING

Which hotels are close?
What are the best days to visit?
Is there a place where I can leave my pets?
What is the weather like?

TIPS AT A GLANCE

Admission Values
Adverse Weather Conditions/Rain
Alcoholic Beverage Policy
Attendance/Best Days to Visit
Automatic Tellers (ATMs)
Checks, Traveler's Checks and Money Orders
Children's Official Measurement
Credit Cards
Dress Code
First Aid
Gift Certificates
Group Sales
Guests of Exceptional Size
Service Animals
Kids' Meals
Laser Pointers
Line Jumping
Loose Articles
Military Discount
Paging/Pagers
Recommended Meal Times
Recreational Wheels
Re-entering the park
Rider Safety Guide
Sun Protection

GENERAL INFORMATION

When does the park open?
Click here for the operating calendar.

What are the operating hours?
For more information, see our park calendar.

What are the current ticket prices?
Six Flags Great Adventure offers a variety of ticket combinations. See our tickets page for information and prices on daily admission, season passes and other options.

What concerts are planned for this year?
Great concerts are held throughout the season. Visit our events calendar for current concert listings, and check back throughout the season, as we continuously add performances to our lineup.

What special events are planned for this year?
Visit our events calendar for upcoming events. We add performances throughout the season, so be sure to check back often.

Does Six Flags Great Adventure have live shows?
Nothing provides more lasting memories than a great show, especially when shared with friends and family. That's why, in addition to the most thrilling rides on the planet, you'll find a wide variety of top-shelf entertainment right here at the park. Concerts. Characters. A one-of-a-kind parade.  The kind of entertainment you'll be talking about for years to come. For shows, please visit our entertainment page or events page.

What kinds of food does the park have?
From hamburgers and fries to chicken or Papa John's pizza, there are eateries for every taste conveniently located throughout the park.  Salads are available, plus delicious treats such as funnel cakes and ice cream. Six Flags Great Adventure proudly serves Coca-Cola products throughout the park for your enjoyment as well.  Check out our food listings page.

How do I get information about Six Flags Great Adventure and the area?
You may visit the various pages on the website to find information on all of our rides, shows and attractions, as well as local lodging.

Where can I get a map of the park?
Our park map is available online.  In addition, once you arrive at Six Flags Great Adventure, there are park maps available on Main Street as soon as you enter the park.  They are also available at Guest Relations. 

What types of jobs does Six Flags Great Adventure offer and how do I apply?
Six Flags Great Adventure has positions in various departments, and you may find this information and apply online.

What is the mailing address and phone number?
Six Flags Great Adventure
Route 537
P.O. Box 120
Jackson, NJ 08527
732-928-1821

What is the email newsletter and how do I receive it? 
The email newsletter is sent several times a month, with updates on special events and discounts.  Be sure to be a Team Six member to have the latest news, great offers and other specials.  Join now!  

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PARK INFORMATION

Is smoking permitted in the park?
Six Flags Great Adventure is smoke-free, so smoking is permitted in designated areas only. Please refer to park signs for designated smoking locations or ask a staff member.

Do you rent strollers and wheelchairs?
A limited number of strollers, wheelchairs and electronic convenience vehicles may be rented at Stroller Rental on Main Street next to Guest Relations. They are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis, so plan to arrive early.

Does Six Flags Great Adventure have automatic tellers (ATMs)? There are several ATM's located throughout the park for your convenience.

Is there a place to store my belongings inside the park?
Electronic, PIN CODE Access, lockers are available for rent at the main gate entrance, Jersey Shore Candy and Nitro areas.  Please ask a Six Flags staff member for the closest locker location. Both dollar bills and credit cards are accepted.

What happens if I lose something while at the park?
Lost and Found is located at the main entrance next to locker rentals. Ride attendants cannot be responsible for articles left on ride platforms. Please secure all loose articles before boarding. Six Flags is not responsible for any lost, stolen or broken items. Items will be retrieved from ride areas when the park closes and kept at Lost and Found for seven days. For information regarding a lost article, please call (732) 928-2000, extension 2154.

What happens if it rains?
The park contains all types of activities, many of which are not dependent upon good weather, including indoor shows, games and arcades. While some rides and shows may close due to rain or wind, these rides and shows are opened as soon as the weather clears. Refunds and rainchecks are not offered.

What is The Flash Pass and how does it work?
The Flash Pass is a ride reservation system. Learn more about Flash Pass.

My family will be visiting. What can we all do together?
There are plenty of rides and activities your family can enjoy together while visiting Six Flags Great Adventure. Stop by Guest Relations for help planning your day at the park and a copy of your Guide to Family Fun at Six Flags Great Adventure. We have even more ideas on our tips for family fun page.

Do you have any suggestions if our party gets separated?
Arrange a meeting place and time should your party become separated. Although we are unable to page for separated party members, messages can be left for them at Lost Parents and Guest Relations. We have a Lost Parents Center where our employees will take children who have been separated from their family or group.

Where can I find information for guests with disabilities?
Visit our guest relations page for information on accessibility at Six Flags Great Adventure.

May I bring my own food and beverages into Six Flags Great Adventure?
No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed to be brought into Six Flags Great Adventure. However, exceptions are made for Guests with special dietary needs to include food allergies and baby food/formula. Guest should contact Park Security or Guest Relations when they arrive at the Park for approval to bring in special dietary foods. The special dietary food containers will be marked and dated to clearly show that they have been approved for entry into the park.

How do I re-enter the park if I have to leave for some reason?
Guests who leave the park and plan to return must get their hand stamped before they leave the park at the exit/re-entry gate. When Guests return to the park they must enter through the re-entry gate with a proper hand stamp or re-entry will not be allowed. Transferring hand stamps is a violation of Six Flags policies and is strictly forbidden.

Does Six Flags Great Adventure have a dress code?
In keeping with our family-friendly atmosphere, and for health and safety reasons, Six Flags Great Adventure strictly enforces a dress code. Proper attire must be worn in the park at all times, including shirts and appropriate footwear. Clothing with rude, vulgar or offensive language or graphics is not permitted at any time (shirts cannot be turned inside out as a solution). Bathing suits may be worn only in the water park area. Park admission may be denied if clothing is deemed by management to be inappropriate.

What is Six Flags Great Adventure's alcoholic beverage policy?
No alcoholic beverages are allowed to be brought into Six Flags Parks. Alcoholic beverages purchased in the park may not leave the premises. Excessive consumption of alcohol is cause for ejection from the park without refund. No one under age 21 is permitted to consume alcoholic beverages and proper identification is required to purchase and/or consume alcoholic beverages at Six Flags Great Adventure. Additionally, consumption of alcoholic beverages is not allowed in Looney Tunes Movie Town, or anywhere in the Guest parking lot. Guests are prohibited from taking beer or wine purchased in the park out through the front gate.

Are laser pointers permitted at Six Flags Great Adventure?
For the safety of our Guests and employees, laser pointers are not permitted.

Are pets permitted at Six Flags Great Adventure?
Pets are not permitted in the park, with the exception of service animals.

What are the rules and regulations for the safari?
Soft-top convertibles are not allowed in the safari, however a safari bus tour is available for an additional fee.

In order to ensure the health and safety of our animals, we require all our guests to comply with our Guest Code Of Conduct:
1. Do NOT feed or touch the animals
2. NO smoking or littering
3. Do NOT exit your vehicle or roll down windows
4. Speed limit 12 MPH
5. Remain on roadway — animals have right of way
6. Pets are not allowed in any Six Flags Park  
Guests violating any of these rules will be immediately escorted from the park without a refund.

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PRICING & ADMISSION

What are the current ticket prices?
Six Flags Great Adventure offers a variety of ticket combinations. See our tickets page for information and prices on daily admission, season passes and other options.

What does my Six Flags Great Adventure admission ticket include?
Your Six Flags Great Adventure admission ticket includes all rides, shows and attractions.

Does my child need a Season Pass or ticket?
Children two years old and younger receive free admission to Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Safari and Hurricane Harbor. A guest does not need a season pass until they turn three years old. Once your child is three years old, the price would be the same as the other passes. If your two-year old is going to turn three during the season, then we recommend buying the pass now, as it is usually cheaper than it will be later in the season.

Does Six Flags Great Adventure offer a discount on admission for groups?
Yes, groups of 15 or more people are eligible for a group discount. You may visit the Groups page.

How much is parking?
Daily parking is $15, Preferred Parking is $25 and the Season Parking Pass is $45.

Do you offer a non-rider discount?
No, Six Flags Great Adventure is a pay one price facility. Because of the breadth of entertainment offered for all ages, Six Flags maintains the pay-one-price policy for all Guests to enjoy the rides, slides, shows, and other entertainment.

I am having a problem with my online ticket order. What should I do?
Please contact Guest Relations at (732) 928-2000 extension 2838.

What should I do if I can't print my online tickets?
You can have your tickets printed for you at the Guest Relations building. You will need the credit card you used to order the tickets, I.D. and your order confirmation number.

What if I have an unused daily ticket that has expired?
Six Flags admission tickets, Bounce Back tickets and internet Print-N-Go tickets cannot be extended past their expiration date. They can, however, be used for a half-price discount on a full-price regular admission at the Guest Relations office on your next visit to the park during the 2007 season. You will need to visit Guest Relations when you arrive at the park.

What if I have an unused season pass from a prior season?
Six Flags Great Adventure Season Passes are only valid for the year they are purchased. We do not offer upgrades from year to year.

Does Six Flags Great Adventure sell gift certificates? 
Daily ticket, VIP Tours and Season Pass certificates may be purchased online. 

Besides cash, what other forms of payment does Six Flags Great Adventure accept?
Six Flags Great Adventure accepts Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express credit cards.

Is there a discount for AAA members?
Yes. Please visit any ticket booth with your AAA card to receive your discount off of a daily ticket.

Do you offer a Travel Agent discount?
No. However, Group Rates are available for travel related groups through our Group Sales office.

Do you offer military discounts?
Most military bases offer discounted admission tickets at their MWR/ITR offices. Please visit your military base for more information.

Do you offer rain checks?
Rides may be closed temporarily during electrical storms, heavy rain, or high winds. Rides will re-open as soon as safe operations can be assured. Refunds or rain checks for inclement weather are not offered.

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RIDE INFORMATION

How many rides does Six Flags Great Adventure have?
Six Flags Great Adventure offers 13 major coaster and more than 75 other rides, shows and attractions.. Visit our all rides page for a complete listing.

What are the most popular rides for thrill-seekers?
Thrill seekers are sure to enjoy one of our 14 amazing roller coasters including the all-new El Toro, Kingda Ka, Nitro, Medusa, The Great American Scream Machine and Batman and Robin: The Chiller. Plan to ride our most popular rides early in the day or after 6 pm. Visit our all rides page for a complete listing.

Are there rides for small children to enjoy? 
Head to Houdini's Great Escape or our exciting large-screen, motion-simulator ride, Fly Me To The Moon 3-D-two great indoor attractions for the entire family. Don't forget to check out the view of the entire park from the Skyride and Big Wheel. And, make sure you take a ride on our 19th Century wood-carved English Carousel, one of the few remaining in the world. Stop by Guest Relations for help planning your day at the park and a copy of your Guide to Family Fun at Six Flags Great Adventure. See what even more ideas on our tips for family fun page. kids page.

What ride restrictions are there?
Typical safety restrictions include height requirements, health and safety advisories, and accessibility guidelines. These restrictions are listed on the specific ride pages throughout our Web site, and on signs posted at each ride.

What is The Flash Pass and how does it work?
The Flash Pass is a ride reservation system. Learn more about Flash Pass.

What is your loose article policy?
Loose articles are not permitted on most rides and should be left with non-riders or secured in lockers. Six Flags and its employees are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Loose articles of any kind (including but not limited to purses, backpacks, and beverage containers) may not be taken past the queue entrance and cannot be left on the load/unload platform of the following rides: Superman: Ultimate Flight; Batman: The Ride; El Toro; Kingda Ka; The Dark Knight Coaster; Medusa; Nitro. Cell phones, pagers, or other small items must be secured in cargo pockets, zippered jacket pockets, or waist packs. All loose articles which cannot be secured must be left in a locker or with a non-rider prior to entering the queue line.

What is considered exceptional size where rides are concerned?
Safety is our number one priority. Guests with certain body proportions, height and/or weight may not be able to participate on certain rides if the safety restraints will not operate as designed. Specific ride information is available at the ride and at Guest Relations.

Are there restrictions for guests with casts?
Guests with casts below the elbow or knee are permitted to ride as long as they do not get in the way of the ride's safety devices.

Are there restrictions for guests with prosthetic devices?
There are restrictions on certain rides, depending on the prosthetic device. Please visit Guest Relations to pick up our ADA Guide.

Some rides require that a child be accompanied by an adult or responsible person. How are these defined?
Please refer to specific guidelines posted at the entrance of every ride.

Who designs Six Flags Great Adventure's rides?
Six Flags Great Adventure rides are designed and built by a variety of sources. Along with Six Flags engineers, we work with industry experts and worldwide leading manufacturers to build thrilling rides for your family's enjoyment.

How many roller coasters does Six Flags Great Adventure have?
Six Flags has 13 major roller coasters.  Please visit our All Rides Page of this site for a complete list of rides.

What are the height requirements for the roller coasters?
The height requirements vary for each roller coaster. The requirements are listed here, in the Park Map & Guide you receive at the park, as well as at each ride and are subject to change at any time for your safety.

What is Six Flags Great Adventure's oldest existing roller coaster?
The Runaway Mine Train opened in 1974.


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TRIP PLANNING

Which hotels are close?
Please see our lodging page for more information.

What are the best days to visit?
Plan to visit when attendance is lightest. Best bets: Weekdays during the summer and any regular operating day during the months of April, May, September and October.

Is there a place where I can leave my pets?
Six Flags offers a kennel for Safari Guests only.  We do suggest that all pets be left home.  Additional fee applies. 

What is the weather like?
The weather varies on a daily basis. We recommend you bring a jacket or sweatshirt for cool mornings and evenings. Store it in the park's lockers.

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TIPS AT A GLANCE

Admission Values
The best way to visit Six Flags Great Adventure is often — with a Six Flags Season Pass. Available online or at our front gate, get a Season Pass and visit as often as you want for as long as you choose. One-day tickets are also available.

Adverse Weather Conditions/Rain
Rides may be closed temporarily during electrical storms, heavy rain, or high winds. Rides will re-open as soon as safe operations can be assured. Refunds or rain checks for inclement weather are not offered.

Alcoholic Beverage Policy
No alcoholic beverages are allowed to be brought into Six Flags Parks. Alcoholic beverages purchased in the park may not leave the premises. Excessive consumption of alcohol is cause for ejection from the park without refund. No one under age 21 is permitted to consume alcoholic beverages and proper identification is required to purchase and/or consume alcoholic beverages at Six Flags America. Additionally, consumption of alcoholic beverages is not allowed in Looney Tunes Movie Town, or anywhere in the Guest parking lot. Guests are prohibited from taking beer or wine purchased in the park out through the front gate.

Attendance/Best Days to Visit
Thousands of guests from all over the region visit Six Flags Great Adventure throughout the Spring, Summer and Fall. Plan to visit when attendance is lightest. Best bets: Weekdays during the summer and any regular operating day during the months of April, May, September and October.

Automatic Tellers (ATMs)
There are several ATM's located throughout the park for your convenience.

Checks, Traveler's Checks and Money Orders
Personal checks, Traveller's Checks and Money Orders are not accepted at Six Flags Great Adventure. We recommend you bring a credit or debit card or cash for your enjoyment.

Children's Official Measurement
Height restrictions are listed online and in our Park Map & Guide, which you will receive when you enter Six Flags Great Adventure. You may also refer to specific guidelines posted at the entrance of every ride. And, certainly any ride operator or attendant can measure any person at any time.

Credit Cards
We accept Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express.

Currency Exchange
We do not offer a Currency Exchange.

Dress Code
In keeping with our family-friendly atmosphere, and for health and safety reasons, Six Flags America strictly enforces a dress code. Proper attire must be worn in the park at all times, including shirts and appropriate footwear. Clothing with rude, vulgar or offensive language or graphics is not permitted at any time (shirts cannot be turned inside out as a solution). Bathing suits may be worn only in the water park area. Park admission may be denied if clothing is deemed by management to be inappropriate.

First Aid
Located behind Ted's Cheese steaks or next to Six Flags Kids in the Boardwalk area.  Over-the-counter products are available at Main Street Market and General Traders.

Gift Certificates
Daily ticket, VIP Tours and Season Pass certificates may be purchased online.  Please visit our tickets page.

Group Sales
Groups of 15 or more people are eligible for a group discount. You may visit the Groups page.

Guests of Exceptional Size
Safety is our number one priority. Guest with certain body proportions, height and/or weight may not be able to participate on certain rides if the safety restraints will not operate as designed. Specific ride information is available at the ride and at Guest Relations.

Service Animals
Pets are not permitted in the park, with the exception of service animals.

Kids' Meals
Most restaurant locations offer great options for our young Guests.

Laser Pointers
For the safety of our Guests and employees, laser pointers are not permitted.

Line Jumping
Line jumping is strictly prohibited. Guests are not permitted to save places in line or exit the line and return for any reason. Violators may be ejected from the park without refund.

Loose Articles
Loose articles are not permitted on most rides and should be left with non-riders or secured in lockers. Six Flags and its employees are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Loose articles of any kind (including but not limited to purses, backpacks, and beverage containers) may not be taken past the queue entrance and cannot be left on the load/unload platform of the following rides: Superman: Ultimate Flight; Batman: The Ride; El Toro; Kingda Ka; The Dark Knight Coaster; Medusa; Nitro. Cell phones, pagers, or other small items must be secured in cargo pockets, zippered jacket pockets, or waist packs. All loose articles which cannot be secured must be left in a locker or with a non-rider prior to entering the queue line.

Military Discount
Most military bases offer discounted admission tickets at their MWR/ITR offices. There is no military discount at the park ticket offices.

Paging/Pagers
Six Flags Great Adventure does not have a paging system. However at any time Guests may leave a written message for members of their party at Guest Relations.

Recommended Meal Times
To save time, we recommend you eat at non-traditional lunch and dinner hours — for example, have lunch at Dockside Burgers at 2pm and then eat your Papa John's dinner at 7:30pm!

Recreational Wheels (rollerskates, skateboards, etc.)
No recreation wheels, including Heelys and other tennis shoe style roller skates are permitted at Six Flags Great Adventure.

Re-entering the park
Guests who leave the park, and plan to return, must get their hand stamped before they leave the park at the exit/re-entry gate. When Guests return to the park, they must enter through the re-entry gate with a proper hand stamp or re-entry will not be allowed. Transferring hand stamps is a violation of Six Flags policies and is strictly forbidden.

Rider Safety Guide
Safety is our number one priority. Guest with certain body proportions, height and/or weight may not be able to participate on certain rides if the safety restraints will not operate as designed. Specific ride information is available at the ride and at Guest Relations.

Sun Protection
We recommend wearing sunscreen at all times.

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