California’s Great America has officially extended its season!
Bonus days have been added to the season to give you more thrills through Fall. California’s Great America is extending its 2026 operating calendar beyond its previous end date, Labor Day weekend. To keep the fun going, guests and passholders will now have more days to play throughout the fall season.

California’s Great America has officially extended its season!
Bonus days have been added to the season to give you more thrills through Fall.
California’s Great America is extending its 2026 operating calendar beyond its previous end date, Labor Day weekend. To keep the fun going, guests and passholders will now have more days to play throughout the fall season. Celebrate the park’s milestone of 50 seasons during these Bonus Days of operation! More days to hang with the Peanuts gang, more days for funnel cakes, more days for heart racing thrills, and more days to make those everlasting memories.
2026 Season extended through November 1st
Your fall season just got more exciting. Great news for Bay Area thrill-seekers; the fun doesn't have to end in the summer. This season extension means you can stretch your theme park season and conquer your favorite coaster under clear, crisp fall skies. Whether you are planning and extra weekend road trip, a birthday, or a random Saturday, check the calendar to squeeze in every drop of the park’s 50th season.
Here are your official Bonus Days for the 2026 season:
- 9/12-9/13
- 9/19
- 9/26
- 10/3
- 10/10-10/11
- 10/17-10/18
- 10/31-11/1
Extend your 2026 Perks
The best way to enjoy California’s Great America all season-including the extended 2026 operating dates-is with the 2026 Gold Pass. For the west coast traveler seeking more thrills all year round, this is the pass for you. Get Free parking, unlimited visits, bring-a-friend discount tickets, discounts on food and merch, and more! Guests can visit all participating Six Flags parks in California, Arizona, and Mexico, including Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Hurricane Harbor Concord, Knott’s Berry Farm, Six Flags Magic Mountain, and Six Flags México. The pass also includes access to most seasonal and holiday events (excluding Knott’s Scary Farm).
For more information on Gold passes, tickets and park hours. Visit https://www.sixflags.com/cagreatamerica
Upgrade your days with an All-Season Dining Plan, and All-Season Fast Lane, or an All-Season Pass Drink plan!
Feed your coaster soul by enjoying a delicious meal option during your visit. Speed past the regular wait lines to maximize your day or choose from two refreshing drink plans for refills on fountain drinks ICEE, and coffee all season long! Visit https://www.sixflags.com/cagreatamerica/season-passes
Plan your Fall trips to California’s Great America
California’s Great America is a top destination for thrill-seekers and families alike.
If you are looking for things to do near San Jose, California's Great America has you covered with more than 50 rides, thrilling roller coasters, kid-sized fun in Planet Snoopy, and much more!
Visit our website for more information and for more up to dates hours. https://www.sixflags.com/cagreatamerica/park-hours