Six Flags Mexico Opening March 18
Six Flags Magic Mountain and Six Flags
Discovery Kingdom Opening April 1
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest
regional theme park company and the largest operator of waterparks
in North America, is reopening Six Flags Mexico today, March 18,
2021. Both of its California properties—Six Flags Magic Mountain
and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom—will open to Members and Season
Pass holders on April 1 and 2, and to the general public on April
3, 2021. The parks will operate at reduced attendance levels, in
accordance with state reopening guidelines for theme parks,
utilizing a reservation system. The parks will also implement
extensive safety measures, including several new advanced
technology systems used to protect guests and employees. The safety
plan, developed in consultation with infectious disease experts and
utilized throughout the Six Flags network of parks, sets standards
for executing at the highest levels of hygiene and social
distancing protocols. The parks will adjust these procedures as
needed to ensure continued compliance with state
recommendations.
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Six Flags Magic Mountain is reopening
with roller coasters, rides. and attractions on April 1, 2021.
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“Californians are ready to visit their favorite Six Flags theme
park and have some fun,” said Senior Vice President of Park
Operations, Bonnie Weber. “Last year, we set the standard for
safely operating our parks and entertained nearly seven million
guests in adherence to government and CDC health guidelines. We
will follow those same stringent guidelines as we reopen our rides
and attractions in our California parks,” continued Weber.
Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Park President Don McCoy added, “Six
Flags Magic Mountain is the undisputed Thrill Capital of the World,
and we are excited to get our park open so that we can get our
world-class collection of coasters running again. Our team is eager
to return to work and entertain our guests in a safe environment,
providing the much-needed fun and escape we have all missed this
past year. I am also looking forward to seeing guests come out and
experience West Coast Racers, our newest racing coaster that was
open for only a brief time in 2020.”
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom’s Park President Janine Durette went
on to say, “After safely and successfully operating The Marine
World Experience for the past several months, we are thrilled to be
able to offer our full selection of rides and attractions for the
first time in over a year. Six Flags creates wonderful memories
through the incredible experiences we provide guests of all ages.
We are excited to welcome more guests to the park and to bring back
more of our dedicated team members.”
Park reopening dates are subject to change based on local,
state, and federal guidelines related to COVID-19. Detailed
reopening plans include:
Park Reservations System to Control
Capacity
Six Flags has established attendance caps that are in accordance
with current state guidelines to allow for proper social
distancing. All Members, Season Pass holders and all guests with a
single-day or group ticket will need to make a reservation at
www.sixflags.com/reserve. Guests who buy single day tickets will be
able to reserve during the purchase process.
Protocols for the safe operation of
rides
- Easy-to-identify distance markers have been added in all ride
queue lines;
- Handrails, ride units, and restraints will be regularly
sanitized throughout the day;
- Riders on all roller coasters, rides, and attractions will be
physically distanced in accordance with local and state guidelines;
and
- Masks must remain on while experiencing a ride or
attraction.
Health Screenings for Guests and Team
Members
- Contactless IR thermal imaging will be used to screen
temperatures of guests and employees prior to entry;
- Advanced security screening technology will allow for touchless
bag checks;
- Individuals will be required to acknowledge and abide by the
company’s health policies, which prohibits park entry if guests
have recently been exposed to or are experiencing symptoms of
COVID-19;
- Following CDC guidelines, all guests over the age of two and
all team members will be required to wear face masks covering the
nose and mouth throughout their visit/work day; and
- Disposable masks will be available at Guest Relations, and
reusable masks will be available for purchase at in-park retail
locations.
Strictly Enforced Social
Distancing
- Easy-to-identify distance markers have been added in all park
entry, restroom, retail locations, and ride and dining queue
lines;
- Dining areas have been adjusted to allow ample space between
seated parties;
- Viewing areas are marked for guests to observe animal exhibits
as well as game play, and arcade games have been reconfigured or
deactivated to comply with social distancing requirements; and
- Guests viewing outdoor entertainment will be separated by a
minimum of six feet.
Extensive Sanitization and Disinfecting
Protocols
- Trained and dedicated cleaning teams have been put in
place;
- Increased sanitization and disinfecting of high touch points
including all public seating, tabletops, counters, handrails,
doors, and trash cans will occur frequently;
- Restroom staff will be available to disinfect each stall and
sink area on a frequent basis;
- Multiple alcohol-based hand-sanitizer stations will be located
throughout the park; and
- All work areas will be regularly sanitized and
disinfected.
Sanitized Food Preparation and
Service
- Modified menus and implementation of mobile food ordering will
help facilitate touchless transactions;
- Self-service buffets and salad bars will be reconfigured to
eliminate guest contact with food;
- Condiments, self-serve cutlery, and napkins will be provided to
guests with their meals as required; and
- Attendants will serve beverages, and guests will receive drink
bottle refills in a paper cup each time they refill.
Commercial-Grade Cleaning Equipment and
Supplies
- All employees will be issued Team Member Action Packs which
will include: two reusable face masks, safety glasses, and
disposable gloves;
- Low pressure backpack sprayers will be utilized for
disinfecting large areas;
- Abundant supplies of sanitizers and disinfectants will be
available;
- Microfiber cloths will be used to sanitize surfaces; and
- Queue line supplies, fencing, and tents will be in place to
promote safe social distancing.
Multi-Layered Guest and Team Member
Communication
- Frontline team members will go through extensive COVID-19
training;
- Safety messaging and reminders will be communicated on Six
Flags’ website, newsletters, and in-park announcements;
- Distance markers and physical distance indicators will be in
place; and
- Informational safety signage will be posted throughout the
park.
Virtual Hiring Fairs
As one of the largest seasonal employers in the country, Six
Flags is currently hiring thousands of team members for the 2021
season. The safety of park guests, employees, and animals is always
the company’s top priority, and applicants may now apply for jobs
in a virtual and contact-free environment.
Open Parks
With today’s announcement, 21 of the company’s 26 parks are open
or have approval to open for the 2021 season, and Six Flags
continues to work with government officials to gain authorization
for its remaining properties. The following parks have already
opened, or will be opening soon, with a full complement of rides
and attractions. Those parks include:
- Six Flags Over Texas – open year-round;
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas – open year-round;
- Hurricane Harbor Oaxtepec – opened February 27;
- Six Flags Over Georgia – opened March 6;
- Six Flags America– opened March 6;
- Frontier City – opened March 13;
- Hurricane Harbor Phoenix– opened March 13;
- Six Flags Mexico – opening March 18;
- Six Flags St. Louis – opening March 20;
- Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark – opening
March 26;
- Six Flags Great Adventure – opening March 27;
- Six Flags Magic Mountain – opening April 1;
- Six Flags Discovery Kingdom – opening April 1;
- The Great Escape – opening May 1;
- Hurricane Harbor Splashtown – opening May 1;
- Hurricane Harbor Arlington – opening May 1;
- Six Flags White Water – opening May 8;
- Hurricane Harbor New Jersey – opening May 15;
- Six Flags Darien Lake – opening May 21;
- Hurricane Harbor OKC – opening May 15; and
- Hurricane Harbor Rockford– opening May 29.
About Six Flags Entertainment
Corporation Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the
world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest
operator of waterparks in North America, with 26 parks across the
United States, Mexico, and Canada. For 59 years, Six Flags has
entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed
rides, thrilling waterparks and unique attractions. For more
information, visit www.sixflags.com.
About Six Flags Magic
Mountain Six Flags Magic Mountain, known as the Thrill
Capital of the World, is home to more than 100 rides, shows, and
attractions, including world-class roller coasters like West Coast
Racers, Twisted Colossus, Full Throttle, and X2.
About Six Flags Discovery
Kingdom Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, the Thrill Capital
of Northern California, is home to more than 60 rides, shows, and
attractions, including 10 world-class roller coasters like Medusa
and Batman: The Ride. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is the premier
destination for thrilling, family fun.
About Six Flags Mexico Six
Flags Mexico is the premier theme park in Latin America. The park
offers more than 40 rides and attractions for the entire family. A
major tourist destination, Six Flags Mexico is celebrating its 20th
anniversary season in 2021. For more information, visit
www.sixflags.com.mx/mexico.
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