Six Flags Great America in Gurnee is marking 50 years of thrills, memories and tradition.

An iconic, dual-track wooden roller coaster will ride once again at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee in honor of the amusement park’s 50th anniversary. The American Eagle, which debuted in 1981, ...

A storied part of Six Flags Great America’s history is soaring back to life. The suburban Gurnee amusement park announced its ...

Great America has lived to see the beginning and end of several eras of theme parks since opening its gates in Lake County 50 years ago.

Great America has lived to see the beginning and end of several eras of theme parks since opening its gates in Lake County 50 years ago.

GURNEE, Ill. — It looks like some big changes are underway at Six Flags Great America, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary this season. The Camp Cartoon family area, located in the park’s Yukon ...

The 2026 season begins April 25, with the park preparing for a 50th Anniversary Celebration running June 20 through Aug. 9. The summer-long event will include special entertainment, themed experiences ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: The attached video is Marcus Leshock of the WGN Morning News’ debut ride on Wrath of Rakshasa, the newest ...

GURNEE, Ill. (WLS) -- Six Flags Great America in Gurnee has just announced its 50th anniversary celebration this summer. The theme park will start the special events June 20and continue the party ...