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Six Flags Great America, Chicago
Six Flags Great America, Chicago

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor provides over 60 thrilling attractions including roller coasters, family friendly rides, shows, events, great food, and water rides that are a sure-fire way to beat the heat and have some fun during your Chicago vacation, and new in 2008, The Dark Knight Coaster. With Hurricane Harbor admission included in your pass and in Six Flags Great America, you can go to both in the same day! When you are finished testing your courage on a roller coaster, head over to the many lazy rivers and relax! With many great options, no one in your family will be left behind in fun and entertainment!

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

Beat the heat with this waterpark that has fun for all ages. Whether you want a relaxing soak or a rip-roaring race down one of the many slides, you can find it all here inside Hurricane Harbor. Take some time to soak up the sun!

Six Flags Great America Thrill Rides

  • Batman The Ride - Inverted, looping roller coaster. Must be at least 54".
  • The Dark Knight Coaster - Roller Coaster based on the hit movie. Must be at least 48" to ride alone and 42" to ride with an adult.
  • American Eagle - Classic wooden roller coaster. Must be at least 48".
  • Demon - Classic roller coaster. Must be at least 42".
  • Giant Drop - Free falling thriller. Must be at least 48".
  • Iron Wolf - Stand-up roller coaster. Must be at least 54".
  • Rajin' Cajun - 360 degree spinning roller coaster. Must be at least 54" to ride alone and 48" with an adult.
  • Raging Bull - Hyper-twister roller coaster. Must be at least 54".
  • Superman: Ultimate Flight - Fly head first on this roller coaster. Must be at least 54".
  • Triple Play - Star-shaped frame ride. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and 36" to ride with an adult.
  • Vertical Velocity - Abrupt spiraling roller coaster. Must be under 80".
  • Viper - Classic cyclone wooden roller coaster. Must be at least 48".
  • Winner's Circle Go Karts - Classic go carts. Additional fee required. Must be at least 42".

Six Flags Great America Family Rides

  • Big Easy Balloons - Balloon ride. Must be at least 48" to ride alone and no height restrictions with an adult.
  • Chubasco - Cup ride. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and no height restrictions with an adult.
  • Columbia Carousel - Classic carousel. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and no height restrictions with an adult.
  • Condor - Parallel spinning ride. Must be at least 48" to ride alone and 42" with an adult.
  • East River Crawler - Spinning ride. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and 36" with an adult.
  • Fiddler's Fling - Dizzy experience! Must be at least 42" to ride alone and 36" with an adult.
  • Great America Raceway - Go carts. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and no restrictions with an adult.
  • Hometown Fun Machine - Classic scrambler. Must be at least 48" to ride alone and 36" with an adult.
  • King Choas - Rolling adventure. Must be at least 54" and under 76".
  • Logger's Run - Water flume. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and no restrictions with an adult.
  • Revolution - Rotating pendulum ride. Must be at least 54" and under 76".
  • Ricochet - Rotating ride with motorized arms. Must be at least 54" to ride alone and 42" with an adult.
  • River Rocker - Swinging canoe. Must be at least 48" to ride alone and 36" with an adult.
  • Roaring Rapids - Whitewater raft. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and 36" with an adult.
  • Rue Le Dodge - Bumper cars. Must be at least 54" to drive or 42" with an adult driver.
  • Scenic Railway - Scenic look at the park. No height restrictions.
  • Sky Trek Tower - Aerial view of the park. No height restrictions.
  • The Jester's Wild Ride - Tugboat ride. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and no restrictions with an adult.
  • The Orbit - Spinning ride that flips over. Must be at least 42".
  • Whirligig - Giant swing. Must be at least 48".
  • Whizzer - Roller coaster. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and 36" with an adult.
  • Yankee Clipper - Water ride with a drop. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and no restrictions with an adult.

Six Flags Great America Kids Rides

  • Bedrock Boulder Roller - Kiddie ferris wheel. Must be under 54" to ride.
  • Big Red Cars - Car ride through the Wiggle's World. Must be at least 36" to ride alone and no restrictions with an adult.
  • Big Red Planes - Fly up and down in the Wiggle's World. Must be at least 48" to ride alone and no restrictions with an adult.
  • Bouncin' With Wags - Have a blast with the Wiggle's friend Wags the dog. Must be at least 36" to ride alone and no restrictions with an adult.
  • Dorothy's Rosy Tea Cups - Tea cup ride. Must be at least 36" and under 52".
  • Flinstone's Rocky Road Rescue Service - Track ride. Must be under 54".
  • Hen's Slish Splash Fountain - Play and splash with Henry the Octopus. No height restrictions.
  • Looney Trotter - Train ride through Bugs Bunny National Park. Adults over 54" must accompany a child.
  • Looney Tunes Lodge - Play area. Adults over 54" must accompany a child.
  • Petunia's Lady Bugz - Lady bug ride. Must be under 54".
  • Porky's Buzzy Beez - Bumblebee ride. Must be under 54".
  • S.S. Feathersword Play Ship - Play area. No height restrictions.
  • Scooby Doo's Mystery Machine - Ride around in the Mystery Machine. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and no restrictions with an adult.
  • Spacely's Sprocket Rockets - Kiddie roller coaster. Must be at least 36".
  • Waddaview Charter Service - Helicopter ride. Must be under 54".
  • Yogi's Yahoo River - Sail around Yogi's Yahoo River. Must be under 54".
  • Yummy Yummy Fruit Salad - Ride over the Wiggle's World. Must be at least 42" to ride alone and no restriction with an adult.


Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Rides

  • Bahama Mama and Bubba Tubba - Raft ride. Must be at least 42".
  • Buccaneer Bay - Water play area. No height restriction.
  • Hammerhead and Barracuda - Enclosed and open slide ride. Must be at least 48".
  • Hurricane Bay - Wave Pool. No height restriction.
  • Hurricane Mountain - Four story Mountain of slides. Must be at least 42".
  • Paradise Plunge and Riptide - Chute ride. Must be at least 48".
  • Skull Island - Play area. Must be at least 36".
  • Tornado - Cyclone ride. Must be at least 48".
  • Vortex and Typhoon - Enclosed water slide. Must be at least 42".
  • Wahoo Racer - Racing slides. Must be at least 42".

Details:

  • Price includes admission to the park, thrill rides and live shows.
  • Tickets must be purchased 48 hours in advance.
  • See schedule for exact dates and times.
  • Park is appropriate for all ages, though some rides may have age/height restrictions.
  • Park is handicap accessible, though some rides may have limitations.
  • Strollers and wheelchairs are available for rent.
  • Locker rentals are available.
  • Cameras and camcorders are allowed.
  • Smoking is permitted in designated areas only.
  • Pets are not permitted in the park, with the exception of service animals.
  • No outside food/drink is allowed.
  • General parking is $25. Backlot parking is $15.
Events at Six Flags Great America, Chicago:
Math and Science Days at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Saturday, 4/26/2008 - Sunday, 6/15/2008
Teachers can gather their students to take advantage of this fun-filled day with math and science activities to help children understand the subjects.
Dance Fest at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Sunday, 5/4/2008 - Sunday, 6/1/2008
Watch as dance squads that perform ballet all of the way to hip hop compete on-stage at Six Flags Great America.
Professional Bowling Association Bowling Tournament at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Friday, 6/6/2008 - Sunday, 6/8/2008
If you are a bowling fan or a bowling champ, you can strut your stuff at Six Flags Great America as the best gather to compete.
Girl and Boy Scout Days at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Saturday, 6/7/2008
All Girl and Boy Scouts can come to Six Flags Great America where they can celebrate all of their hardwork with rides and great food!
2008 Sunday Concert Series at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Sunday, 6/22/2008 - Sunday, 7/27/2008
There's no better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than at Six Flags Great America with music that will get you jumping and swaying to the beat.
Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Challenge at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Chicago, IL
Wednesday, 7/30/2008 - Thursday, 7/31/2008
Watch as lifeguards from all over the world compete in life-saving skills in Six Flags Hurricane Harbor with several different events to measure skill, speed, and agility.
Park Jam at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Saturday, 8/16/2008 - Sunday, 8/17/2008
Rock out to your favorite pop sensations at Six Flags Great America during the summer with many different artists that you know and love.
Fright Fest as Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Saturday, 10/4/2008 - Sunday, 11/2/2008
Ghouls and gals, get ready to gather at Six Flags Great America for a Halloween season to remember.

Previous Events at Six Flags Great America, Chicago:
Physics Day at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Physics students can enjoy the chance to brush up on their knowledge of the subject as you enjoy all that Six Flags Great America has to offer.
Marketing Day at Six Flags Great America in Chicago, IL
Marketing teachers, gather your students to learn about how the marketing giant known as Six Flags earned their success.

Location

Six Flags Great America
542 N Route 21
Gurnee, , IL 60031
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$54.99*
Adult Ages 13 and up
Child Admission
$29.99*
Children ages 3 -12
Child Ticket
$0.00*
Children ages 2 and under free with paying adult admission
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