Six Flags plans to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America with impressive fireworks, festive and immersive décor, limited-time food and beverages and exclusive perks at 17 amusement parks nationwide.
The highlight of the special offerings will no doubt be the Fourth of July fireworks, which will take place at varying times based on the park schedule between Friday, July 3 and Sunday, July 5.
"Fireworks are a can't-miss summer tradition and the signature event of our 250th commemoration," Kelly Daugherty, Six Flags entertainment director, said in a statement. "We'll combine thrilling visuals, music and the energy of the park to create a truly unforgettable, can't-miss experience for guests of all ages."
Meanwhile, interactive entertainment will include roller coaster car dedications, flag-raising ceremonies, stilt walkers and beloved characters dressed in their patriotic best, as well as trivia games and a lively mix of music, singers and dancers.
Fireworks over Cedar Point theme park. (Photo Credit: Six Flags Entertainment Corporation)
Guests can also celebrate America 250 with limited-time food and beverage offerings like Patriotic Vanilla Layer Cake; All-American Funnel Cake; Red, White and Blue Parfait; Liberty Bell Apple Pie Smash and the Americana Colada Frozen Cocktail. The latter is even served in a collectible stars-and-stripes 20 oz. Pilsner glass.
Each park will also offer exclusive merch and memorabilia to commemorate 250 years of U.S. independence.
The 17 parks participating in this summer's festivities include:
- California's Great America
- Carowinds
- Cedar Point
- Dorney Park
- Frontier City
- Kings Dominion
- Kings Island
- Knotts Berry Farm
- Six Flags Darien Lake
- Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas
- Six Flags Great Adventure
- Six Flags Great America
- Six Flags Magic Mountain
- Six Flags New England
- Six Flags Over Georgia
- Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags also announced a partnership with Coca-Cola that pairs park admission with all-day beverage access and a complimentary bottle of Dasani and promises to reward season pass holders with special perks, offers and rewards during this summer's festivities.
"Six Flags is where America celebrates, and there's no better place to experience the spirit of our nation's 250th anniversary than in our parks," Six Flags President and CEO John Reilly said in a statement. "For generations, our parks have been woven into the fabric of local communities—places where families and friends come together to celebrate milestones and make memories."
"From thrilling coasters and spectacular fireworks to interactive entertainment, patriotic flavors and meaningful tributes, we've created a celebration that brings people together in fun and memorable ways," added Reilly. "With special offers and added value for our pass holders, we're giving families even more reasons to visit, celebrate and make lasting summer memories."
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