Six Flags Entertainment Corp. announced on Thursday, March 5, that it is selling seven amusement parks, including Michigan’s Adventure near Muskegon, to EPR Properties and Enchanted Parks for $342 million, the company said.
The seven parks include more than 1,600 acres and 418 attractions across five states and Canada, and draw approximately 4.5 million visitors each year.
EPR Properties said it will partner with Enchanted Parks to operate the six U.S. parks, and La Ronde Operations Inc. for La Ronde to “ensure a smooth and seamless transition.”
“This strategic acquisition represents a compelling opportunity to expand our attractions portfolio with high-quality experiential real estate assets in established regional markets,” said Gregory K. Silvers, chairman and chief executive officer of EPR Properties. “These properties embody the essential characteristics we seek: delivering stable, long-term cash flows, strong drive-to accessibility, multi-generational appeal, and significant underlying land value. This transaction aligns with our disciplined investment criteria and accelerates our strategic expansion into experiential properties that create enduring value for our shareholders.”
The company acquired the non-Six Flags branded property names as part of the transaction and acquired rights to the Six Flags brand through 2026.
All seven parks will continue operations for the 2026 season, and passes and active memberships will be honored through the end of the year, the news release says.
The acquisition, according to Six Flags, will allow the company to invest more deeply in its remaining parks, including investing in new rides and attractions, among other things.
“This step allows us to concentrate on the Six Flags parks with the greatest potential for innovation, expansion, and elevated guest experiences. That means by focusing today, we’re building the foundation for a stronger, more exciting future,” the company said.
Michigan’s Adventure is a former Cedar Fair park, which became part of Six Flags when the two companies officially merged in July 2024 to form Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the Cincinnati Enquirer previously reported. The company manages more than 40 parks across the United States, Canada and Mexico, according to its website.
Cedar Point, located in Sandusky, Ohio, was not among the parks sold.
Which parks did Six Flags sell?
In addition to Michigan’s Adventure, the deal includes:
When does Michigan’s Adventure open in 2026?
Michigan’s Adventure opens for the season on May 23.
The amusement park located at 4750 Whitehall Road, features 60 rides, including several roller coasters, water rides, and a separate water park.
The amusement park includes a kid-friendly park called Camp Snoopy and a waterpark called WildWater Adventure with three wave pools and a lazy river.
What is Enchanted Parks?
Enchanted Parks is “a leading owner and operator in the entertainment and leisure industry,” the release said.
It’s the third-largest privately held regional park operator in the United States, and operates properties nationwide.
Jalen Williams is a trending reporter at the Detroit Free Press. Contact him at jawilliams1@freepress.com.
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