Six Flags Magic Mountain, the undisputed “Thrill Capital of the World,” today unveiled plans for a crazy fun 2018 when CraZanity, the world’s tallest pendulum ride, makes its debut in late spring.

At a record-breaking 17 stories in the air, this impressive giant disk will reach speeds up to 75 miles per hour as it whips back and forth — higher and higher to give riders a staggering view of the world below them.

The Valencia, California theme park also recently announced it is entering the destination travel market by launching a 365-day operating calendar on January 1, 2018.

With Southern California welcoming more than 47 million visitors annually and a noted theme park mecca, Six Flags will now have an operating schedule on par with all other theme parks in Southern California.

“Known world-wide for having the best thrills bar none, combined with a strong and expanding global Six Flags brand, there is no better time to enter the destination market,” said Six Flags Magic Mountain President Bonnie Sherman Weber.

“The addition of 100 days not only greatly expands our travel industry opportunities, but also allows us to further leverage the vast population of 24-million Southern California residents and our valued Season Pass Holder base who recognize that Six Flags Magic Mountain is hands down the place for thrills,” Weber said.

“The new CraZanity is a mash up of craziness and insane fun, an experience different from anything else we have in our unparalleled thrill ride arsenal,” she said. “We are delighted to introduce what will be the centerpiece of a newly-themed, Boardwalk area, and another world-record attraction.”

Highlights of the newly themed Boardwalk area with renovated attractions, dining, games and shopping coming next year include:

· CraZanity – where 40 riders will experience speeds up to 75 miles per hour as they reach a world-record 17 stories high;

· The pendulum swings back and forth while rotating counterclockwise;

· As guests swing higher and higher, they will experience a feeling of weightlessness at 172 feet in the air; and,

· Enhanced Bumper Cars, renovated attractions, dining, games and shopping.

Six Flags Magic Mountain is also announcing the start of 2018 Season Pass sales with its special Flash Sale through Labor Day weekend featuring the best deal of the year—savings up to 70 percent off on a 2018 Pass!

From August 31 through September 4, guests will receive a free upgrade to a Gold Combo Season Pass with every Pass purchased. Gold Combo Season Passes include admission to Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor, and any other Six Flags theme park, as well as free parking and special admission offers for friends.

2018 Season Passes provide unlimited visits for the rest of the 2017 season (including park admission to Fright Fest and Holiday in the Park) plus all of 2018 which now includes 365 days of thrills with no blackout dates.

Pass Holders may also purchase a Premium Season Dining Pass, which includes a lunch, dinner, and snack during every park visit, plus they will receive a 2018 All Season Drink Bottle for unlimited drink refills. Premium Season Dining Passes may be used at any Six Flags theme park.

About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company with $1.3 billion in revenue and 20 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For 56 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com.