As the holiday season approaches, Six Flags Magic Mountain, renowned as the Thrill Capital of the World, is set to ignite the festive spirit with its 9th Annual Holiday in the Park. Running on select days from November 23 through December 31, the park transforms into a winter wonderland adorned with over two million twinkling lights, creating a magical atmosphere that captivates visitors of all ages.
Starting at 5:00 pm, the park comes alive with the enchantment of the season, offering a spectacular blend of world-class coasters, family attractions, visits with Santa, and a variety of festive treats. Interim Park President Jeff Harris expresses his excitement, stating, “We’re delighted to be celebrating the holiday season with the return of Holiday in the Park. With over two million holiday lights, the park transforms into a magical winter wonderland, elevating the sights and sounds of the holidays in a truly captivating way.”
New festive Holiday in the Park experiences include:
- NEW! Holiday Village – Celebrate the season while you feast on tasty eats and specialty treats in Holiday Village. Build your own hot cocoa at Santa’s Hot Chocolate Bar, warm up with one of Blitzen’s Bread Bowls, satisfy your sweet tooth with Mrs. Claus’ Homemade Sweets, fill your stocking with s’mores kits at the S’mores Shoppe or enjoy merry drinks at The Tipsy Elf. Located in METROPOLIS™;
- NEW! Jingle Bell Way Dancing Light Show – Witness the magic of the holidays in this fun and dazzling dancing light show displayed on larger-than-life 30-foot walk-thru ornaments and choreographed to festive holiday music. Located in DC UNIVERSE™;
- NEW! Peppermint Path Country Holiday – Take a stroll down Peppermint Path lined with thousands of candy cane red and white lights and featuring a peppermint surprise. Boogie to festive country tunes with live music from Drivin’ Mama Crazy. Located between Viper and Katy’s Kettle.
Returning Holiday in the Park one-of-a-kind themed areas and entertainment, include:
- The North Pole is home to Santa and Mrs. Claus along with their merry elves. Visit Santa in his cottage or enjoy crafts with Mrs. Claus, snap a holiday photo, pen a letter with your holiday wish list, or take a ride aboard the North Pole Express train. Beginning at 1:00pm on Holiday in the Park days through December 24. Located in Whistlestop Park;
- HollyRock! takes guests back in time through a lighted time-travel tunnel into the fabulous 1950’s, for a rockabilly holiday extravaganza featuring thousands of lights, a dazzling 22-foot tree, classic cars, festive “oldies” music, and an open fire pit to roast s’mores. Located in The Underground;
- Gleampunk District transports guests into the 19th century with the sights and sounds of the Industrial Revolution, in this beautifully lit area featuring thousands of lights along the tree-lined streets and planters. Located near Twisted Colossus;
- Holiday Square dazzles guests with a kaleidoscope of hundreds of thousands of breathtaking colored lights on trees and buildings throughout the area sprinkled with the wonder of falling snowflakes for everyone to enjoy. Located in Six Flags Plaza;
- Arctic Alley dazzles all with a whimsical light show choreographed to festive music and thousands of glimmering lights. Located near Viper;
- Polar Bear Pass features a spectacularly lit holiday tree next to a festive open fire pit to keep warm and roast marshmallows with hundreds of sparkling lights. Plus, cherish the moment forever and snap a holiday photo with your favorite Looney Tunes characters dressed in their holiday best. Located in the Golden Bear Plaza; and
- Snowy Nights features contemporary music and DJs on the Full Throttle stage during this novel celebration of the season with interactive games and more.
From joyful entertainment and musical light displays to seasonal treats and joyful encounters with Santa and Mrs. Claus at The North Pole, Holiday in the Park promises an immersive experience for all. Guests can also capture the memories with souvenir holiday photos and take home delightful gifts and souvenirs, including novelty apparel, ornaments, and soft plush toys.
Indulge your taste buds in the holiday spirit with a range of specialty main courses such as cranberry ribs, traditional tamales, chicken tortilla soup, and loaded baked potatoes. Sweeten the experience with festive treats like freshly made peppermint bark, s’mores funnel cakes, and French toast thrill shakes. For a cozy moment, guests can gather around open fire pits scattered throughout the park to roast marshmallows with loved ones.
Make this holiday season unforgettable as Six Flags Magic Mountain invites you to immerse yourself in the magic of Holiday in the Park, where the joy of the season meets the thrill of world-class attractions.
Holiday in the Park event days include November 23-26, December 1-3, 8-11, and 15-31. For more information on Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain, visit sixflags.com/magicmountain/
