California’s Great America 2027 season passes: What Santa Clara buyers should know before the park closes

California’s Great America, which has entertained visitors in Santa Clara for more than five decades, will close after its final season in 2027. The park will reopen in March and shut its doors on September 6, Labor Day. As the farewell season approaches, Silver, Gold and Prestige passes are on sale, with prices starting at $65. Here is what Santa Clara buyers should know before purchasing a pass.

How much do 2027 season passes cost?

• The Silver Pass costs $65 and offers unlimited visits to California’s Great America during the 2027 season, along with general parking.
• The Silver Bundle costs $159 and includes the Silver Pass with an all-season dining and drink plan.
• -The Gold Pass costs $89 and provides access to participating Six Flags parks in California, Arizona and Mexico.
• The Prestige Pass costs $169 and offers access to all Six Flags parks, along with limited preferred parking.
• Both Gold and Prestige passes also cover visits during 2026 and 2027.

Taxes may apply.

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What benefits do the passes offer?

The Silver Pass is the lowest-priced option for visitors who mainly want to visit California’s Great America during its final season. It includes unlimited visits, general parking and admission to South Bay Shores Waterpark.

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The Gold Pass offers access to participating Six Flags parks in California, Arizona and Mexico. It also includes general parking and a 10% discount on food and merchandise.
The Prestige Pass offers the widest access. It includes admission to all Six Flags parks, limited preferred parking, free fountain beverages on every visit and a 15% discount on food and merchandise. It also includes two free Bring-A-Friend tickets each year.

Dave Vosejpka, the park's manager said in a statement, "The Farewell Season is an opportunity for generations of Bay Area guests to return, spend time with family and friends, and revisit the attractions and traditions that have made the park in Santa Clara, California such a meaningful part of the community."

Are Great America season passes refundable or transferable?

Six Flags' published season pass terms state that passes are nonrefundable and nontransferable, except where applicable law requires otherwise.

The company says it does not offer refunds, credits, exchanges or price adjustments for unused, expired, suspended or lost passes. A pass also cannot be used by someone other than the person to whom it was issued.

These are the company's general season pass terms. Buyers should read the conditions attached to their specific pass before purchasing.

What should existing pass holders know?

Six Flags says Gold and Prestige pass holders can visit California’s Great America throughout the 2027 Farewell Season. Both pass types also include access to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo.

Silver Pass holders should check their individual pass details. The current offer lists access to California’s Great America and South Bay Shores for the 2027 season.