Six Flags Goes Big for the 2026 Winter Holidays

Six Flags is going bigger than ever for the 2026 holidays: 11 parks across North America glow with holiday events this year, including two brand-new takes on Holiday in the Park in New Jersey and Georgia.

Think millions of lights, pictures with Santa, hot chocolate and roller coasters — add a new free admission deal for seniors and some exciting Black Friday offers, and this might be the year your family starts a new holiday tradition!

What's New This Winter at Six Flags

A Reimagined Holiday in the Park

Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey and Six Flags Over Georgia are rebuilding their Holiday in the Park events from the ground up. Each park adds totally new, immersive holiday lands!

During the festive celebration, you can expect nightly tree lightings, carolers, street performers, live musicians and indoor stage shows. Between rides, make your holiday season even cozier with premium activities — snap photos with Santa, decorate cookies, build gingerbread houses and enjoy delicious seasonal flavors around the park. The fun is designed to roll from daytime right into a glittering holiday night.

Seven New Shows at Magic Mountain

In southern California, Six Flags Magic Mountain is putting entertainment front and center this winter with seven new live shows. Musical productions, comedy, merry elves and the Looney Tunes™ gang all join the lineup, along with a tree-lighting ceremony and returning favorites.

Snoopy on Ice at Knott's

Knott's Merry Farm debuts "SNOOPY'S™ Christmas Follies," a new ice-skating show in the Walter Knott Theater. It pairs world-class skaters and high-kicking dancers with a vocal quartet singing holiday classics, plus SNOOPY and his festive PEANUTS™ pals.

Six Flags Deals for Holidays in 2026

The holidays are about getting everyone together, and at participating Six Flags parks, you can take advantage of special offers to make this holiday season better and more affordable.

• Free Senior Admission (NEW!): Guests 65 and older can get free admission at their home park through the end of the 2026 season. Register online and activate at your home park before the end of the season.
  • Canada's Wonderland tickets go live Nov. 10. Knott's Berry Farm and Season Pass benefits are excluded.
• Buy a Day, Get the Summer Free: At participating parks, purchase a Silver Pass for the price of a 2027 Good Any Day ticket, giving you access to visits this year, PLUS visits during the 2027 spring and summer seasons!
  • Valid through Nov. 30; excludes Knott's Berry Farm and Canada's Wonderland.
• FREE Bring-a-Friend Tickets: For a limited time at participating parks, every new or renewed Season Pass comes with a free Bring-a-Friend ticket, and so does every new Membership!
  • Offer ends Nov. 30; FREE Bring-a-Friend ticket validity varies by park. Restrictions apply.
• Third Hotel Night Free: Book two nights at a participating Six Flags resort and get the third night for free — participating resorts include Knott's Hotel, Schlitterbahn Waterpark & Resort, and more!
  • Subject to change. Restrictions apply. See participating resorts and details online.

Six Flags Winter Holiday Schedules

Four signature celebrations run across 11 parks, all on select dates. Check your park's calendar before you head out.

Visit More Parks for More Holiday Magic

Right now, Gold Passholders and Members can spread the joy by visiting other Six Flags parks in their region! The Six Flags regional access benefit is the perfect way to experience unforgettable holiday events and entertainment, even if your home park is hibernating for winter.

Prepare for the most wonderful time of the year, start planning your trips, and check out your region's webpages for details:

• East Coast Region
  • NEW! Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Great Adventure
  • NEW! Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia
  • WinterFest at Carowinds
• Midwest Region
  • WinterFest at Canada's Wonderland
  • WinterFest at Kings Island
• Texas Region
  • Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  • Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas
• West Coast Region
  • Christmas in the Park at Six Flags Mexico
  • Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain
  • Knott's Merry Farm at Knott's Berry Farm
  • WinterFest at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

What to Expect From Six Flags Holiday Events

Once the sun sets, millions of twinkling lights come to life in Six Flags' midways, trees and buildings. Plus, select roller coasters and family rides stay open, weather permitting, so you can ride through the glow.

Participating parks also provide unforgettable holiday experiences and activities like ice skating, toasting s'mores, sipping hot chocolate, warming up in heated igloos and, of course — visiting Santa. Some activities require an additional fee, so check ahead online before your visit.

During the holidays, the food is half the fun! Limited-time menus feature holiday comfort food, regional specialties, rich desserts, and festive cocktails and mocktails. Each park leans into local flavor — experience loads of festive cuisine throughout your region with a Gold Pass!

Stick around for New Year's Eve — Carowinds, Kings Island, Knott's Berry Farm, Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Six Flags Magic Mountain will host New Year's Eve celebrations. Look for family-friendly early countdowns, fireworks and midnight parties to welcome 2027.

Celebrate the Holiday Season at Six Flags

Whether you're in it for the coasters, the twinkling lights, the festive music or a cup of cocoa with the family, there's a Six Flags holiday event close to home this year. The best deals end Nov. 30, so make your plans now!

For event dates, hours, tickets and Passes, head to sixflags.com or your park's own website.