Entertainment
Six Flags America Set to Close After 25 Years of Thrills
BOWIE, Md. — Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor, located in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, D.C., will close after more than 25 years of operation, with the final day set for Nov. 2, 2025. The closure comes as Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announces it is no longer a strategic fit with the company’s long-term growth plan.
Six Flags President and CEO Richard A. Zimmerman stated, “As part of our comprehensive review of our park portfolio, we have determined that Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor are not a strategic fit with the company’s long-term growth plan. After reviewing a number of options, we believe that marketing the property for redevelopment will generate the highest value and return on investment.”
The parks, which span approximately 500 acres, will be marketed for redevelopment following their closure. Six Flags America is home to the Wild One, one of the oldest wooden roller coasters in the United States, originally opening in 1917. Despite modifications over the years, the coaster still remains a favorite among visitors.
“Six Flags America has been an important part of the local community,” Zimmerman continued. “This final season will be an opportunity to celebrate the decades of fun that guests have enjoyed at the property.”
The closure will affect about 70 full-time employees, who will receive severance and other benefits upon the park’s closure. All 2025 season passes and tickets will still be honored for the park’s final year.
Acting Prince George’s County Executive Tara H. Jackson shared her disappointment about the closure. “For decades, Six Flags has been more than just a theme park—it is a cherished part of our county’s identity,” she said in a statement. She expressed hope for a redevelopment process that would benefit the community.
The announcement follows recent news that the NFL’s Washington Commanders will also be leaving Prince George’s County for Washington, D.C. The park’s closure and the team’s move signify notable changes for the area.
