Six Flags Great America - Gurnee, Illinois

Sadie F.

I enjoy coming here and especially during fright fest. I have a season pass which is such a great gift for someone if you don’t know what to get them- and they have a variety of rides I suggest going in the morning because lines can have a hour wait time sometimes especially during fright fest season.

Kristi B.

I honestly have mixed feelings about this place. I hadn't gone there in over 20 yrs but this past season bought myself and kids season passes + meal passes. We had a good time though mostly visited during the week. My kids aren't big about roller coasters so we stayed with the easier, family friendly rides which wait times weren't too bad. We did notice that wait times were longer than what we would wait for the roller coasters even during the week when it tends to be quieter. Seems that the flash passes were popular and in full use so if you want to ride a certain number of coasters or make the most of your day then you should consider the passes. We did meal passes and ate at Johnny Rockets by the Joker. This one had some excellent employees that were always friendly. Needless to say we were 99% sold on next year season passes and meal passes until their big Labor Day sale came in and I found it lacking- a lot. For the 2024 season we got a substantially better pricing and perks + meals were a 3 hour wait between. The 2025 passes are higher cost, less perks, and the meal time was pushed to 4 hour wait time. Once you throw in the 1.5 hour drive we have each way our time at the park is limited with my age kids and our busy schedule these new 2025 season prices and perks aren't worth it sadly so for now we will end the season at the current 2024. I will say I was very disappointed they ended reserved parking right before Fright Fest and made it a first come basis and I am also annoyed that there were several rides either down the whole summer or only intermittently running through the summer. I will keep an eye on their pricing and perks to see if they change it back to the 2024 model and then will reconsider at that point but with no drink cups ($35+ each), no reserved parking, rides not running, 4 hour meal window and no reserved parking- not sure why I would pay more for so much less! Plus I could visit the other parks on my pass but the 2025 you need to pay an additional cost for the other parks.

Alla K.

I recently visited Six Flags America and had an amazing time! The variety of rides is fantastic, catering to all thrill-seekers and families alike.

The park was clean and well-maintained, and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout the day. There are plenty of dining options, and I found the food to be surprisingly good for a theme park.

The atmosphere was vibrant, with plenty of entertainment and activities to keep everyone engaged.

Overall, Six Flags America exceeded my expectations. It’s a perfect destination for a fun-filled day with friends or family. I can’t wait to go back!

Angie B.

We went for Freightfest what a great time! Entertainment was wonderful and so much fun. Food was delicious. Now the bad lines were ridiculous. We bought the next year season pass with the drink plan that was supposed to include the rest of this year... we could not get the drink plan to activate I was sent to customer service 3 times finally a young lady just gave me the cups. My son who is nearly 22 was denied alcohol because she said his ID went the wrong direction? She said the birthday doesn't matter? So that ruined all plans of having drinks. She was rude and barely spoke English.

Tracie S.

Pretty park. Despite the huge crowds for their haunted event,they worked hard to keep the park clean and did a good job for the most part. They're adding another roller coaster so this meant that there's an entire area we cannot through which unfortunately holds another coaster. But we were able to ride all the others this past Saturday. We had the all day dining plan which meant we got to sample a good bit of food here. Sadly,they closed their large indoor seating restaurant over an hour and a half early ,and several others as well. That's not ok especially since there's no posted times that they close on the restaurants. This park have very little markings as to where you find things. We observed many spots where they could've placed the newer screens that have maps on them,or sign posts with arrows pointing which direction you'd find rides,restaurants, shops or shows. That's truly frustrating to newcomers. There's not 1 single automatic door in this park. So if handicapped people do not have a person with them they have to struggle to open doors,and that's really frustrating and embarrassing. All of the exits om each roller coaster is WAY too long,and all but the last few newer ones,they're way too narrow. This park seriously needs to do a LOT of work to be more handicap accessible. Their 1 coaster ,the whizzer,doesn't even have a ramp or loft of any kind for accessibility! But I'll say this,the ride operations here were leagues above the 6 other six flags parks We've visited. Especially at raging bull and Viper. WONDERFUL crews there this past Saturday November 2. Six flags' policy of charging extra for their haunted attractions is also complete nonsense. It isn't right.
I'm hoping with the recent merger with cedar fair that the six flags parks can be improved to a better over all park experience exper. This one was the best out of all 7 six flags we've visited for sure.

Eva P.

I am a huge thrill seeker and I can confidently say that this park is one of my favorite places in America! HUGE rides but also some family friendly rides too if going upside down isn’t your thing. I love it here and come every year. I recommend getting flash passes to get the most out of your day and also check out fright fest when Halloween comes around

Smoke W.

It was SUCH a fun experience when I came here with my friends! The rides here are thrilling and very much fun, the feeling is just incredible. My favorite rides would probably be the DC themes ones and RAGING BULL. Do I do warn you, your voice will be gone by the end of the day!

Todd P.

Hadn't been there in 20 years, and it was just as awesome as I remembered. Rides are epic. Would give 5 stars, but they want you to spend 17 dollars for a slice of pizza..... Bring a lunch and walk back to the car