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SIX FLAGS PRESENTS FLO RIDA, NATASHA BEDINGFIELD IN CONCERT
Summer concerts continue, plus mtvU concert announcement
AUSTELL, Ga. – (July 9, 2008) – Now that summer is in full swing, Six Flags Over Georgia is ramping up with big-name performers hitting the stage for its popular summer concert series. Flo Rida, whose hip-hop track Low has been one of the top songs of 2008, will perform live in concert July 10 as part of the STARBURST® Thursday Night Concert Series, presented by got2B. Pop sensation Natasha Bedingfield headlines the Sunday Rocks! presented by DanceDanceRevolution® and Chase concert on July 13.
“Six Flags Over Georgia continues to offer value-packed entertainment,” said Melinda Ashcraft, Park President. “Guests can enjoy the big thrills of Goliath, the family fun in Thomas Town and a great concert for one affordable price.”
Six Flags Over Georgia is also excited to announce the mtvU Video Music Awards ’08 Tour concert, featuring Boys Like Girls and Metro Station on July 27.
All concerts and events are free with park admission or a season pass, and everyone pays kids price ($29.99) by going online to purchase tickets at sixflags.com. Upcoming events include:
· Thursday, July 10 – Flo Rida – This sunshine state native has rocked the hip-hop charts in 2008 with his smash hit Low. Flo Rida is on his way to becoming one of the hottest artists of the year.
· Sunday, July 13 – Natasha Bedingfield – This U.K. performer hit the pop music scene with her 2004 hit album, Unwritten, which climbed to the top of the U.S. pop music charts. Her newest release, Pocket Full of Sunshine, is one of the top songs of the year.
· Thursday, July 17 – TBD
· Thursday, July 24 – TBD
· Sunday, July 27 – Boys Like Girls and Metro Station – mtvU’s Video Music Awards Tour ’08 brings Boys Like Girls, the U.S. rock band that has performed live on MTV’s TRL and has taken the nation by storm with their hit song The Great Escape. Metro Station, whose single Shake It is currently the #2 alternative track on iTunes, will be the opening act for the concert.
The concerts listed above will take place at the 8,000-seat Southern Star Amphitheatre and will begin at 7:00 p.m.
Six Flags Over Georgia is open daily through Aug. 10. The park resumes weekend operation beginning Aug. 16 with additional operating dates during Fright Fest. For additional information, including hours, pricing, events and more, visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
We are very pleased and excited to announce our completely new photo gallery! You can visit it at:
www.sfog.net/picsOver the 2008 season, we will be working on replacing the majority of our photos with new, updated, higher quality shots. This will take some time, and you may notice that galleries for some rides are currently missing. Don't worry, we will get around to everything!
Older photos, such as shots of past rides, will be added back in.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
Yesterday, on Saturday, June 28, 2008, a 17 year old boy climbed over two fences and entered a restricted area containing Batman: the Ride. The boy was hit by the ride and killed instantly.
The following article is from
AJC.com:
~Boy decapitated by roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia
Victim from Springfield, S.C., identified
By RHONDA COOK, MARCUS GARNER
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 06/28/08
The popular "Batman the Ride" rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia remained closed Sunday while authorities continued investigating the death of a teenager who jumped over two fences and was struck by the ride.
The 17-year-old South Carolina teen who died was identified as Asia Leeshawn Ferguson, of Springfield, S.C. He was on a church outing when the incident occurred about 2 p.m. Saturday. It was the second Batman ride-related death at the Cobb County park.
According to police and the amusement park, Ferguson and a friend climbed over two 6-foot fences -- a wrought-iron style park perimeter fence and a second chainlink fence around the Batman ride -- as a shortcut to get back into the park after lunch. Signs about 40 to 50 feet apart on the outer fence warn that it is a "restricted area" for "authorized personnel only."
According to park officials, a sign on a locked gate at the chain link fence also reads "Danger zone" and "Do not enter."
Ferguson was decapitated when the ride struck him, police said.
"It is still unclear why the two men were trying to gain access to this unauthorized area," park spokeswoman Hela Sheth told reporters Saturday, reading from a prepared statement.
She declined to answer questions at a news conference and did not return calls seeking more information.
The teen was with a group from Oakley Spring Baptist Church in Salley, S.C., a small town about 50 miles east of Augusta. He had been in Six Flags earlier in the day, but he and another boy left the park property to get some lunch, according to Cobb County police spokesman Sgt. Dana Pierce.
Rather than returning to the park through the regular entrance, the pair took a shortcut, Pierce said.
"The area's clearly defined with signs," Pierce said. "It's very tragic that these individuals would decide to jump over the fence. It would be hard to imagine somebody not seeing the signs and jumping two fences."
No one on the ride was injured, Six Flags said in the statement. Ferguson's family was at the park at the time of the accident, according to the amusement park.
Pierce said there were many witnesses, and the county's 911 center was almost immediately flooded with calls from people reporting what they had seen.
The park's statement said one of the first to call for help was an Marietta police officer who had been in line for the Batman ride.
"Six Flags security and safety personnel responded immediately, and Cobb County Fire [Department] was on site just minutes after the incident occurred," Sheth said. "The medical examiner arrived on scene and confirmed that the 17-year-old male was killed instantaneously."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family," she said.
The Batman ride was run briefly after the accident so police investigators could take measurements. It was closed to the public Saturday evening. The rest of Six Flags remained open. The park said the ride likely will resume operating on Monday.
Batman riders dangle beneath a track and travel up to 50 m.p.h., climbing and dropping the distance equal to an 11-story building and going through two vertical loops and two single corkscrews.
The first fatality involving the Batman ride in Georgia occurred six years ago.
A 58-year-old park worker, Samuel Milton Guyton of Atlanta, was killed May 26, 2002. Guyton was in a restricted area on a platform when he was kicked in the head by 14-year-old girl on the front car of the ride. The girl was hospitalized with a leg injury.
Over the years, several ride-related deaths have been reported at Six Flags parks nationwide.
Last March, a worker dismantling a ride at Six Flags Great America near Chicago fell 40-feet to his death. In 2004 at the same park, a maintenance worker was hit by a roller coaster and killed.
A 55-year-old disabled man was killed in May 2004 when he was thrown from a ride at Six Flags New England near Springfield, Mass. Five years ago, a grandmother strapping her 4-year-old grandson into Six Flags New Orleans' Joker's Jukebox ride was hit by a spinning car when the ride began operating before she was out of the way.
-- Staff writer S.A. Reid and news researcher Joni Zeccola contributed to this story.
~Please remember that rules and regulations -- as well as fences, barricades, and posted signage -- are in place to protect you, the guest. Please make yourself and your children aware of this, as tragic accidents such as this are so easily avoided.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
Press release from the park:
SIX FLAGS PRESENTS
DRAKE BELL, DANITY KANE IN CONCERT
Summer concert series continue; Salute 2 America Celebration on 4th of July
AUSTELL, Ga. – (June 27, 2008) – Six Flags Over Georgia has plenty of fireworks in store for both the 4th of July and for some explosive summer concerts. The new 2008 concert series, Sunday Rocks! presented by DanceDanceRevolution® and Chase continues with the popular Nickelodeon star Drake Bell on June 29. Danity Kane, MTV’s inaugural Making the Band girl R&B/pop group, performs July 3 as part of the STARBURST® Thursday Night Concert Series presented by got2B.
“Families looking for a great experience can attend the events at Six Flags Over Georgia at an incredible value,” said Josh Fangman, entertainment manager. “All of our guests can have a full day of fun, even before the shows begin.”
All concerts and events are free with park admission, and everyone pays kids price ($29.99) by going online to purchase tickets at sixflags.com. Upcoming events include:
· Sunday, June 29 – Drake Bell – The star of Nickelodeon’s popular series Drake and Josh, Drake Bell is also an accomplished singer, songwriter and musician. His latest album, Its Only Time, is a melodic mix of 60’s rock pop influenced sounds. Featuring the hit single, Superhero!, the gifted guitarist was awarded Best Male Singer by the UK Nick Kids’ Choice Awards last year.
· Thursday, July 3 – Danity Kane – This R&B/pop girl group inspired millions as they were formed on the third installment of MTV's Making the Band reality television show. Not only has their self-titled debut record gone platinum (with more than 1 million copies sold), but their newly released album, Welcome to the Dollhouse, is well on its way to becoming another huge success.
· July 4th Weekend Presented by Dodge will be highlighted by “Salute 2 America,” a great celebration of patriotism and family fun with fireworks starting at 9:30 p.m. The entire holiday weekend will include patriotic displays, a special parade and other family-friendly activities.
· Sunday July 6 – Mitchel Musso – Mitchel Musso is best known for his role on Hannah Montana as Oliver Oken. His cover of Lean on Me is on the Radio Disney Top 30. Appearing on the newly released DisneyMania 6 CD is his duet with Emily Osment: If I Didn’t Have You.
· Thursday, July 10 – Flo Rida – This sunshine state native has rocked the hip-hop charts in 2008 with the smash hit Low and is on his way to becoming one of the hottest artists of the year.
· Sunday, July 13 – Natasha Bedingfield – This U.K. performer hit the pop music scene with her 2004 hit album, Unwritten, which climbed to the top of the U.S. pop music charts. Her newest release, Pocket Full of Sunshine, is currently climbing the charts.
The concerts listed above will take place at the 8,000-seat Southern Star Amphitheatre. The Drake Bell concert will start at 6:00 p.m., with all others beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Six Flags Over Georgia is open daily through Aug. 10. The park resumes weekend operation beginning Aug. 16 with additional operating dates during Fright Fest. For additional information, including hours, pricing, events and more, visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
Press release from the park:
SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA
Presents Mario, Aly & Aj In concert
Upcoming Sunday and Thursday night concerts
feature acclaimed recording artistsAUSTELL, Ga. – (June 17, 2008) – The summer concerts at Six Flags Over Georgia just keep getting hotter. The popular STARBURST® Thursday Night Concert Series presented by got2b is headlined by TV and music superstars Mario on June 19 and Aly & AJ on June 26. The new, six-week concert series, Sunday Rocks! presented by DanceDanceRevolution® and Chase features Drake Bell on June 29.
“Six Flags Over Georgia is the destination for the hottest acts in music,” said Melinda Ashcraft, park president. “After enjoying a day of family rides, coasters and shows, we offer even more entertainment value by ending the day than with a great concert.”
All concerts are free with park admission, and everyone pays kids price ($29.99) by going online to purchase tickets at sixflags.com. Upcoming concerts include:
Thursday, June 19 – Mario – Rising to the top of the R&B/pop industry, Mario has won two Billboard Awards. In 2008, he released his third album, Go, which features collaborations with Jermaine Dupri and Ne-Yo. He has also found success as one of the performers on the ABC hit show Dancing with the Stars. Performing as his opening acts are Colby O’Donis and Young Steff.
Thursday, June 26 – Aly & AJ – Entertaining thousands of families across the nation, this sister duo hit the pop music industry with their platinum debut album, Into the Rush. While promoting their latest album, Insomniac, critics praised Aly & AJ for the album’s authenticity as well as accolades for the hit single, Potential Breakup Song.
Sunday, June 29 – Drake Bell – The star of Nickelodeon’s popular series Drake and Josh, Drake Bell is also an accomplished singer, songwriter and musician. His latest album, Its Only Time, is a melodic mix of 60’s rock pop influenced sounds. Featuring the hit single, Superhero!, the gifted guitarist was awarded Best Male Singer by the UK Nick Kids’ Choice Awards last year.
The concerts listed above will take place at the 8,000-seat Southern Star Amphitheatre and begin at 6:00 p.m. To see the full concert line-up and special events, please visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
Press release from the park:
Guests Encouraged to
'Walk In The Park' for a Good Cause
Six Flags Friends partners with Cure Kids Cancer
to host 2K walk at Six Flags Over Georgia AUSTELL, Ga. – (June 5, 2008) – Visitors to Six Flags Over Georgia know that there’s typically a lot of walking involved during a day at the park. Now, guests have the chance to walk toward a good cause as Six Flags Friends, the philanthropic arm of Six Flags, Inc., and Cure Kids Cancer team up for the first time to host “A Walk in the Park.” This 2K walk event will take place on Sunday, Sept. 7 at 8:00 a.m. inside the park and all proceeds will benefit Cure Kids Cancer, an organization that raises funds for local pediatric cancer programs including Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
“Cancer affects people from every walk of life and is the leading cause of death from disease in children,” said Melinda Ashcraft, park president. “I encourage everyone to take part in this event to support a great cause as we all walk toward a cure.”
Six Flags Friends is coordinating walks at 12 Six Flags parks across the country Sept. 6-7 with the goal of raising $1 million. Interested walkers may register at www.walkintheparks.org where they can join the Six Flags Over Georgia Team and help support the overall park goal of raising $100,000. All proceeds from the Six Flags Over Georgia “A Walk In The Park” event will go directly to various Atlanta children’s hospitals.
Stephen Hess, age 7, will serve as Six Flags Over Georgia’s walk ambassador. At age 6, Stephen was diagnosed with Burkitt's leukemia, a rare and highly aggressive form of cancer that affects only about 400 children in the United States per year. After undergoing seven months of intense treatment, he is now cancer free, thanks to the care he received at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
"Cure Kids Cancer is honored to be working with Six Flags Friends to generate resources to help hospitals and physicians find better treatments and hopefully someday a cure for pediatric cancers," said Jami Brinton, Director of Cure Kids Cancer. "As a cancer survivor myself, I strongly believe children should be able to experience all the joys of childhood without having to worry that a diagnosis of cancer may dampen their greatest dreams."
For a $25 registration fee, walk participants will receive breakfast the morning of the event, a gift bag, a Cure Kids Cancer souvenir wristband and the ability to purchase discounted admission to enjoy Six Flags rides and activities after the walk. For more information and to register, visit www.walkintheparks.org.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
Press release from the park:
SIX FLAGS NOW OPEN DAILY FOR SUMMER!
Everyone Pays Kids Price promotion, Skull Island and
more entertainment to kick-off park’s daily operation AUSTELL, Ga. – (May 28, 2008) – Six Flags Over Georgia has always been a great destination for both kids and kids at heart. And now, both of these groups can pay the same price for admission into the Southeast’s largest regional theme park, just in time for the launch of Skull Island, new daily entertainment shows and the opening of Thomas Town℠.
The “Everyone Pays Kids Price” promotion will last through the end of the season. Kids tickets are $29.99 and all park goers, even adults, can take advantage of this offer simply by purchasing tickets online at www.sixflags.com. The main gate admission for adults is still the reduced price of $39.99.
“Prices are going up everywhere you look, but we keep rolling back our prices at Six Flags Over Georgia in an unprecedented fashion,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “We are committed to being an affordable entertainment option for families this summer who want a great value.”
Everyone Pays Kids Price starts with the park’s daily operation for the summer. In addition, the park is launching many new daily activities, including five live entertainment shows, for the summer season to provide even more value to guests:
Skull Island – This massive, interactive water play structure includes eight slides, ranging from six-feet to 42-feet in height. Children must be at least 36” tall to ride slides, but all can visit this Caribbean-themed area to cool off during the hot summer.
Thomas Town – The all-new Thomas & Friends™ themed kids area is now open. The area features a Thomas the Tank Engine™ train ride (must be 48” to ride alone; all heights permitted when riding with an adult), an interactive playground structure, daily meet-and-greets with Sir Topham Hatt℠ and crawl-through areas featuring Bertie the Bus℠ and Harold the Helicopter℠.
Back to the Beach – One of many new live, daily entertainment shows where guests can head back to the beach for some fun in the sun. Songs of the summer and high energy dance moves are packed into 15 minutes of family fun with several shows each day.
Rockin' and Rollin' Parade – Bugs Bunny and his friends are Rockin' and Rollin' every day through the streets of Six Flags. This new daily parade will take place at 4:00 p.m. each day.
Flashback! - Welcome to 1950's USA where the hippest chicks and coolest cats are gettin' down because school is out and your invited to the biggest sock hop of the summer. This streetmosphere entertainment show will take place three times daily on the steps of guest favorite, Dee Jay’s Diner. Grab your poodle skirts and bowling shirts and let us take you back in time to the golden years of Rock and Roll.
Six Flags Storytime – Guests will be able to relax, pull up a chair and listen to an exciting tale unfold with the help of some of our special friends and Looney Tunes characters.
Dance Party – Our new streetmosphere will surely make you smile. We’ll be dancing in the streets with Looney Tunes characters and encouraging our guests to take part in the all the action.
Six Flags Friends – The park will launch its summer season of philanthropy with a new in park recycling program and promotion of “A Walk in the Park.” This 2k walk is presented by Six Flags Friends and Cure Kids Cancer and will take place on Sunday, Sept. 7. For more information, visit www.walkintheparks.org.
Guests can go to www.sixflags.com to take advantage of the Everyone Pays Kids Price. They can also visit participating Burger King restaurants or pick up any Coke product to obtain a $10 off coupon for the main gate admission price.
Six Flags Over Georgia open daily from May 23 – August 10. The park resumes weekend operation beginning Aug. 16 with additional operating dates during Fright Fest. For additional information, including hours, pricing, events and more, visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
Press release from the park:
THOMAS TOWN
GRAND OPENING MAY 17
All-new kids area ready to open in time for summer AUSTELL, Ga. – (May 12, 2008) – All aboard for the summer! Thomas Town, the all-new, highly anticipated Thomas & Friends™ themed area for younger children will open on Saturday, May 17 at Six Flags Over Georgia. The park recently reduced main gate general admission by $10 for the season, so guests can visit Thomas Town at an even more affordable price.
Thomas Town will be the second dedicated kids area in the park. The area is part of a $2.5 million capital investment and took approximately seven months to construct.
“Thomas Town is another great attraction for families to visit at Six Flags Over Georgia,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “Thomas has resonated with children for generations, and we’re thrilled that we have the opportunity to bring the story to life for its fans.”
Annie and Clarabel will join Thomas the Tank Engine™ as passenger cars, offering rides for 30 passengers at a time to see the sites from the Island of Sodor including Tidmouth Shed and Cranky the Crane. Sir Topham Hatt℠, Controller of the Railway, will be in the area daily to welcome guests to Thomas Town. Thomas Town will also feature a themed playground structure with five interactive games and a soft playground area with Harold the Helicopter℠ and Bertie the Bus℠ crawl throughs. Finally, the new kids area will have a merchandise store where guests can purchase the latest Thomas & Friends books, toys, train sets and apparel.
Thomas Town is just one of the “40 Fun Things For Kids To Do” at Six Flags Over Georgia. To experience Thomas Town and the other family-friendly attractions at Six Flags Over Georgia, fans can receive a FREE general admission ticket for children 48” and under with the purchase of a $34.99 adult ticket at participating Publix supermarkets.
Six Flags Over Georgia is open on weekends only through May 18. The park is open daily from May 23 – August 10 and resumes weekend operation thereafter with additional operating dates during Fright Fest. For additional information, including hours, pricing, events and more, visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
PRICES ARE ROLLING BACK AT SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA! AUSTELL, Ga. – (April 29, 2008) – Food costs….up. Plane tickets….up. Six Flags Over Georgia ticket prices…DOWN! As the cost of everyday commodities and conveniences continue to rise, Six Flags Over Georgia announced today that it will reduce its main gate regular admission price by $10 for the remainder of the 2008 season in an effort to help families experience the very best in thrilling, world-class entertainment at a more affordable price. The main gate regular admission ticket will drop from $49.99 to $39.99, the lowest price since 2000, and will take effect immediately.
“We are committed to presenting an unprecedented entertainment value for all of our guests,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “We're adding rides and attractions, concerts and delivering record high guest satisfaction while at the same time rolling back prices. In this environment, families need an affordable entertainment option that is close to home.”
Six Flags Over Georgia boasts 10 thrilling roller coasters, including Goliath and the Mind Bender, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this season. The park also offers 15 kids and family rides, with favorites such as Bugs Bunny World and the Riverview Carousel – celebrating its centennial anniversary; four water rides including Thunder River and Splashwater Falls which are both now open; daily live shows; meet and greets with characters such as BATMAN and ROBIN; and a full summer of amazing concerts - including the return of the popular STARBURST® Thursday Night Concert Series plus an all-new Sunday night series – 25 great concerts and all FREE with the $39.99 park admission. In addition, the $10 price drop is just in time for the grand opening of the all-new Thomas Town℠, a Thomas the Tank Engine™ themed kids area, which opens to the public May 17.
Six Flags Over Georgia is currently open on weekends. Full-time operation begins May 23 and continues through Aug. 10. Weekend hours resume Aug. 10 – Nov. 2 with additional operating days during Fright Fest.
For more information on special events, tickets, prices and operating hours, please visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
[ Posted by Chris ]
Press release from the park:
SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA
PRESENTS “LIVE AND LOCAL”
Park searching for local acts
to perform this summer AUSTELL, Ga. – (April 25, 2008) – Six Flags Over Georgia is currently booking local acts to perform on Friday and Saturday nights at the park this season as part of its new “Live and Local” entertainment series. Live and Local will kick-off on Friday, May 23, and lasts through Aug. 16 with two to three bands performing each night.
Local bands should send a demo CD to the park and must be family-friendly in terms of lyrics. A variety of bands have already been selected for performance dates with acts ranging from a 10- and 11-year-old brother-sister duet to Rock, Country, Christian and R&B.
“This is a great opportunity for local acts like your typical ‘weekend warrior dads’ to play in front of thousands of guests,” said Park Entertainment Manager Josh Fangman. “And, our guests will benefit by hearing local musicians while they come out for a day of family entertainment.”
Bands will perform outdoors in front of the park’s Drive-In Theater. Each group will perform a 60-minute set.
Artists who are interested in performing should send their demo to:
Six Flags Over Georgia
Entertainment – Live and Local
275 Riverside Parkway SW
Austell, GA 30168 Groups from around the Southeast are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to play. Live and Local at Six Flags Over Georgia does not provide any compensation for these performances.
For more information, bands may also visit http://www.myspace.com/sfoglivelocal. Six Flags entertainment staff will contact artists they are interested in booking.
Six Flags Over Georgia also has 25 concerts booked that feature national recording artists such as Natasha Bedingfield, Mario, Aly & AJ and Raven Symone, amongst others. All concerts are free with park admission.
For more information on special events, rides, tickets, prices and operating hours, please visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
Press release from the park:
GET SCHOOLED AT SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA!
Park hosts unique educational days for variety of students AUSTELL, Ga. – (April 23, 2008) – Do you know how to use triangulation to determine the height of the largest loop on the Mind Bender? The students who partake in Six Flags Over Georgia’s Physics Day will be putting their knowledge of triangulation, gravitational pull and linear acceleration to practical use on Friday, April 25 for the this season’s first Education Day at the park. A second private Education Day will be held on May 2 that will also include elementary school students.
During the parks Education Days, thousands of math, science and marketing students from around the Southeast will visit the park and utilize an educational workbook to learn how important their courses are when applied to the real world.
“We use subjects like physics and calculus everyday here at Six Flags Over Georgia to provide a thrilling experience for our guests,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “It’s quite incredible to learn about the precise calculations of how our roller coasters are constructed and operated, and we’re pleased to offer a great educational day for area students to experience the realities of their coursework.”
During the private event, math and science students will perform group and individual experiments and calculations to answer several workbook questions. Marketing and business students will also have the opportunity to learn how marketing plays a role in the real world from a variety of professionals from the hospitality, sports and entertainment industries.
Six Flags Over Georgia has held educational days at the park for more than 25 years and has hosted more than half a million students. Six Flags Over Georgia’s Education Days are not open to the general public, only for schools that have booked their attendance in advance. Schools may still sign up for the May 2 Education Day by visiting www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia/events.
Six Flags Over Georgia offers 10 thrilling roller coasters, including Goliath and the Mind Bender, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this season. The park also offers 15 kids and family rides, with favorites such as the Riverview Carousel and Bugs Bunny World; four water rides including Thunder River and Splashwater Falls which are both now open; daily live shows; meet and greets with characters such as BATMAN and ROBIN; and 25 free concerts. New for 2008, the park will feature the all-new Thomas Town℠, a Thomas the Tank Engine™ themed kids area, which opens to the public May 17.
For more information on special events, rides, tickets, prices and operating hours, please visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia
[ Posted by Jackie ]
SEE A CONCERT FOR ONLY $2.80? IT’S TRUE…
A Six Flags season pass = 25 concerts for one low price of $69.99;
kicks off April 26-27 with Radio Disney Park Jam AUSTELL, Ga. – April 16, 2008 – What can you buy for $2.80 these days? A gallon of gas…no. A manicure…nope. A CD….not likely. Seeing pop star Natasha Bedingfield in concert…yes. Seeing TV, movie and music star Raven Symone in concert…yes! A Six Flags Over Georgia season pass allows free admission into the 25 remaining concerts this season for the one-time low price of only $69.99, which amounts to only $2.80 per concert.
The 25 concerts for $69.99 kicks off on April 26-27 with this year’s Radio Disney Park Jam held in front of the Drive In Theatre. During this two-day concert event, Radio Disney artists Jordan Pruitt and Drew Seeley will perform and hold meet and greets with fans. On Saturday, April 26, Drew Seeley will perform at 4:30 and 6:30 p.m., and Jordan Pruitt will go on at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday’s performance includes a 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. show by Drew Seeley and Jordan Pruitt going on stage at 2:30 and 4:30 p.m.
The park has always featured many great concerts. Last year’s line-up included the Plain White T’s and the Jonas Brothers. This season, the park added a new concert series and several additional bonus concerts to offer an incredible value for season pass holders. Stars such as Natasha Bedingfield, Aly & AJ, Raven Symone and Mario have already been scheduled for upcoming concerts in 2008.
“This is an unbelievable value and a great incentive to purchase a season pass,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “It almost sounds too good to be true, but we really are offering 25 concerts during the remainder of this season.”
The STARBURST® Thursday Night Concert Series is returning to the park this summer and will be joined by the all new Sunday Rocks! at Six Flags series. The full lineup of concerts for 2008 is listed below:
April 26 – Radio Disney Park Jam: featuring Jordan Pruitt and Drew Seeley (4:30 p.m. start)
April 27 – Radio Disney Park Jam: featuring Jordan Pruitt and Drew Seeley (1:30 p.m. start)
June 5 – July 24 – STARBURST Thursday Night Concert Series: Eight concerts throughout this series on Thursday nights. Artists such as Mario, Flo Rida and Aly & AJ are already booked to perform on select dates.
June 8 – July 13 & August 3 – Sunday Rocks! at Six Flags: Six concerts will feature great artists during this all new concert series. We’ll also be doing a bonus Sunday Rocks! at Six Flags concert on August 3. The Sunday Rocks! series will feature Natasha Bedingfield on July 13 and Raven Symone on a select date this season.
July 27 – MTV U Concert
August 2-3 – Kids Fest concerts
August 9 – Back to School Christian Concert – featuring Pillar
September 13-14 and 20-21: Country concerts each day in conjunction with the park’s military appreciation days.
Six Flags Over Georgia season passes are available for $69.99, the lowest price of the season, through April 27, 2008. A season pass allows access to the aforementioned concerts as well as the other elements the park has to offer including 10 coasters, live shows, the all-new Thomas Town℠ and a variety of other special events. Season passes also provide discounts on merchandise, games and food as well as the ability to bring five friends to the park for free on select days.
For more information on artists performing at the concerts and other events, tickets, prices and operating calendar, please visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
[ Posted by Jackie ]
Press release from the park:
SIX FLAGS WHITE WATER ANNOUNCES 2008 JOB FAIR
Top 10 Water Park Recruiting 400 Positions for 2008 Summer Season MARIETTA, Ga., (April 14, 2008) – Cool off. Splash around. Get paid! What better way to spend your summer than by working at the Southeast’s largest water park? Voted one of the top 10 water parks in the nation by Aquatics International, Six Flags White Water is holding its annual job fair on Saturday, April 19 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
The eighth largest employer in Cobb County, Six Flags Atlanta Properties has 400 positions open in the following areas specifically for its White Water park:
- Food Service
- Park Services
- Retail
- Security (must be at least 18 years of age)
- Admissions
- Aquatics (lifeguards)
- Parking Lot Host / Hostess
Individuals applying for a position in aquatics (lifeguards) will receive certification from aquatics experts upon hire. No previous certification is necessary. There is no out-of-pocket expense for lifeguard certification if individuals stay on board for the duration of the 2008 season.
Before attending the job fair, applicants must visit www.sixflagsjobs.com to fill out an online application. Those who have not completed an online application will not be able to participate in the April 19 job fair, but may return to the employment office at the Six Flags White Water business complex to apply at a later date. The employment office holds regularly scheduled hours from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. every Tuesday through Saturday.
Individuals attending the job fair should park in the general parking lot at Six Flags White Water/American Adventures located at 250 Cobb Parkway North in Marietta. Attendees should enter through the main gate at American Adventures and follow the signs to the Job Fair. Applicants must be at least 15 years old to apply. Certain positions require individuals to pass a math test.
The seasonal employment schedule begins with daily operation May 24 – Aug. 10 and continues with weekend operation Aug. 16 – Sept. 14 (unless otherwise noted).
Six Flags White Water offers many benefits for seasonal employees including free tickets for friends and family, discounts on meals and merchandise, school-friendly work schedules, employee-only special events, advancement opportunities, student loan assistance and much more. New to the training process for 2008 is the University of Six Flags, where each employee will undergo a twelve-step training module that covers a variety of professional development tools.
Six Flags is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a drug free work place.
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Press release from the park:
Spring Break-Out Special at Six Flags Over Georgia!
The best local destination for
a thrilling vacation takes place April 5 – 13! AUSTELL, Ga. – March 31, 2008 – As metro Atlantans make their plans for Spring Break, Six Flags Over Georgia is packing in even more value as the most thrilling and affordable destination in town! The park announced today that it will offer a buy one, get one free online ticket special for Spring Breakers who are staying close to home this year for the local vacation that takes place April 5 – 13. Guests can visit www.sixflags.com to take advantage of the Spring Break-Out special.
“With the economy struggling as it is right now, we know that more families are going to stay closer to home for Spring Break, which is why we created this offer,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “As the largest regional theme park in the Southeast, we always over deliver in what we offer for Spring Break, and guests have always had a great time at the park. If you haven’t been out the park yet this year, I encourage everyone to come visit and see the incredible experience it really is.”
The park will be adding special contests and events in addition to the live entertainment, 10 thrilling roller coasters and variety of shows the park already offers during its Spring Break-Out, which is presented by BallPark. The new Johnny Rockets restaurant will be open during Spring Break-Out, and on April 10 – 12, the park is hosting a Guitar Hero competition where kids and adults can show off their skills.
Also featured during Spring Break Out this season is the U.S. Army’s Virtual Army Experience. Guests will have the chance to engage with state-of-the-art military technology in a virtual mission. This team-based experience immerses participants in the operational roles of soldiers and will be open to the public and free with park admission from April 11-13. From Army Special Forces vehicle simulators to TOW anti-tank missiles, the Virtual Army Experience will provide guests with insight into today’s Army. On their virtual mission, participants will choose from a variety of activities and utilize teamwork, rules of engagement, leadership and high-tech equipment.
Six Flags Over Georgia will be open from 10am – 9pm on Saturdays in April and 10:30am – 8pm on Sundays and everyday from April 6 – 11. For additional information, including hours, pricing, events and more, visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
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Press release from the park:
Guess Who’s Full Steam Ahead Into Georgia?
Next stop: Six Flags Over Georgia for
Thomas the Tank Engine™ and friends
AUSTELL, Ga. – March 24, 2008 – All Aboard! Everyone’s favorite #1 engine, Thomas the Tank Engine is full steam ahead into the all new kids area at Six Flags Over Georgia. Thomas Town will debut Saturday, May 17, 2008, as part of a $2.5 million capital project and will feature elements from the Island of Sodor that have entertained children for more than six decades.
Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway, will be in the area to welcome guests to Thomas Town; Annie and Clarabel will join Thomas as passenger cars, offering rides for kids and kids at heart. Thomas Town will also feature a themed playground structure and a soft playground area with Harold the Helicopter and Bertie the Bus crawl throughs. Finally, the new kids area will have a merchandise store where guests can purchase the latest Thomas & Friends™ books, toys, train sets and apparel.
“Thomas Town is another great attraction for families to visit at Six Flags Over Georgia,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “Thomas the Tank Engine has resonated with children for generations, and we’re thrilled that we have the opportunity to bring the story to life for its fans.”
Thomas Town will be the second dedicated kids area in the park. Fans of Thomas the Tank Engine can follow the progression of Thomas Town by viewing a construction blog at www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
There are several activities lined up to make sure the #1 engine gets the welcome he deserves. Sir Topham Hatt and park representatives are visiting schools and daycare centers to read Thomas & Friends stories to children. The park also launched a “March is Reading Month” contest for Cobb County elementary school first graders where they wrote stories about Thomas & Friends with the chance to win complimentary tickets for an entire class.
Thomas Town is just one of the “40 Fun Things For Kids To Do” at the Six Flags Over Georgia, where kids 48” and under can get in free all season long with the purchase of an adult ticket at participating Publix supermarkets. To experience Thomas Town and the other family-friendly attractions at Six Flags Over Georgia, fans may also purchase a season pass for the 2008 season and visit the park as often as they’d like. Season passes are available for only $69.99 and pay for themselves in less than two visits.
Six Flags Over Georgia is open during weekends in March and every day from April 5 – 13 for Spring Break. For additional information, including hours, pricing, events and more, visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
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Press release from the park:
SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA ANNOUNCES CHRISTIAN MUSIC WEEKEND
Numerous artists to perform during Easter weekend – Kids 48” and under can get in freeAUSTELL, Ga. (March 12, 2008) – The biggest names in Christian Music are coming to Six Flags Over Georgia during Easter weekend to provide the best Good Friday celebration in town. Artists performing during the two-day event, March 21-22, include Natalie Grant, Superchick, Disciple and more. All concerts will take place in the 10,000 seat Southern Star Amphitheater located inside the park.
Sponsored by J93.3, Christian Music Weekend at Six Flags Over Georgia is free with park admission, and kids 48” and under get in free all season long with the purchase of an adult ticket at participating Publix supermarkets. That means that kids 48” and under can see these great Christian music artists for free!
In addition to the concerts, families who attend Christian Music Weekend can enjoy everything Six Flags has to offer, from heart-pounding coasters to interactive shows and thrilling rides suitable for all ages.
“Six Flags Over Georgia is proud to host this amazing line up of Christian Music artists that will inspire and entertain our park guests during Easter weekend,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “We hope parents will take advantage of our great promotions which offer families an affordable concert experience in addition to everything Six Flags has to offer.”
Full concert lineup (in order of appearance):
Friday, March 21 (begins at 5:00 p.m.):
Starlit Platoon
KJ-52
Disciple
Britt Nicole
Superchick
Kutless
Thousand Foot Krutch
Saturday, March 22 (begins at 3:00 p.m.):
Remedy Drive
Pocket Full of Rocks
Monk & Neagle
Jimmy Needham
Natalie Grant
The Afters Christian Music Weekend artists have received numerous accolades. Britt Nicole was voted “most likely to be the breakout artist of 2008” by CCM Magazine, and Superchick’s "Stand in the Rain" hit #1 on the R&R Christian Hit Radio (CHR) chart in 2006. The song spent nine weeks at #1, and was the 18th most played CHR song in 2007.
In addition, Natalie Grant was nominated as the Best Artist of 2008 by the Gospel Music Association, and The Afters featured the number one most downloaded inspirational song in 2007: “Beautiful Love”.
The concerts will begin at 5:00 p.m. Friday and 3:00 p.m. Saturday. Operating hours for Six Flags Over Georgia are 10:30am – 9:00 p.m. Friday and 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Saturday. Six Flags Over Georgia also offers 40 Fun Things For Kids To Do – a list that highlights rides, activities, and shows for the little ones visiting the park.
For more information about Six Flags Over Georgia, including shows, events, tickets and operating hours, please visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
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Today is the first day of the 2008 operating season! Six Flags Over Georgia is now open through October.
To all of you who will be attending the park's opening day -- have fun!
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Six Flags Over Georgia has launched an official blog to document the construction of Thomas Town, featuring photos. Visit the blog here:
http://www.sixflags.com/overGeorgia/rides/ThomasTownConstruction.aspx
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Press release from the park:
SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA OPENS MARCH 1ST
There must be a mistake…Kids get in FREE?!?AUSTELL, Ga. (February 25, 2008) - For the 41st time, Six Flags Over Georgia will open its gates to kids and kids at heart on March 1, 2008, and for the first time, kids 48” and under can get in FREE with the purchase of an adult ticket available only through participating Publix supermarkets. The park has many new attractions and activities for the season, including the launch of Thomas Town℠, an exciting new Thomas & Friends-themed area that brings Thomas the Tank Engine™ and many of his friends to the Southeast’s largest regional theme park.
“This season, we really wanted to present an affordable entertainment option for families in metro Atlanta,” said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. “With the free kids offer and the addition of Thomas Town, this is going to be a great season for families to come out and enjoy Six Flags Over Georgia.”
Set to open in May, the Thomas the Tank Engine attraction includes a replica of Thomas with two passenger cars, Annie and Clarabel. Sir Topham Hatt℠, Controller of the Railway, will also be on hand to pose for photos and greet visitors. Thomas Town will also feature a playground area and a merchandise store where guests can purchase the latest Thomas & Friends™ apparel, books, toys and train sets.
Also new to the park this season is the addition of “40 Fun Things For Kids To Do.” This listing highlights the numerous activities for kids to participate in while at the park, and includes elements such as the all new 3-Point Challenge basketball game, the Nintendo Wii™ Experience and the many kids rides such as those found in Bugs Bunny World.
Other exciting elements for Six Flags Over Georgia in 2008:
· Johnny Rockets restaurant (NEW) – Located near the Georgia Cyclone, the restaurant will serve its All-American favorites including hamburgers, shakes and fries.
· 3-Point Challenge (NEW) – In this new basketball game, guests can compete against each other while shooting three-pointers from several different positions.
· American Music Awards: Rewind (NEW) – Take a video walk through pop music history as we present the most memorable moments from four decades of Dick Clark's "American Music Awards." You'll see highlights of legendary performances by your favorite pop stars.
· Academy of Country Music Awards: Back Trax (NEW) – Take a video walk through country music history and sample the great moments from Dick Clark's Academy of Country Music Awards through the last four decades. You'll be blown away by the most memorable on stage moments from legendary artists.
· Bugs Bunny’s Rockin’ Parade (NEW) – From May 24 – Aug. 10, kids can meet and greet their favorite characters as they walk through during their daily parade.
· Wii™ Experience – This favorite is coming back for 2008. Guests can experience the Nintendo Wii, the hottest gaming system, complete with motion-sensitive controllers and new games.
· Riverview Carousel 100th anniversary – This is truly a nostalgic ride. The Riverview Carousel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and turns 100 years old in 2008.
· The tradition of live shows continues with the Wild West Comedy Gun Fight Show, the Looney Tunes Talent Show, the summertime show and Story Time with Bugs (dates vary).
· Six Flags Over Georgia is the only place in the area where you can shake hands with super heroes like Batman and Wonder Woman. Many new Legion of Doom characters will also be added to the park this year including Riddler, Sinestro and Cheetah.
· Coasters – Six Flags Over Georgia boasts 10 roller coasters. This year is the 30th anniversary of Mind Bender, which is the world’s first triple-loop roller coaster. Goliath, a giant among coasters, will also thrill audiences with its 17-story drop and speeds approaching 70 mph.
The park’s operating hours during opening weekend will be 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Sunday. The park is open on weekends during March.
Six Flags Over Georgia season passes are still available for the lowest price of the season at $69.99. More information about Six Flags Over Georgia tickets, shows, rides, attractions and events can be found by visiting www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
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Six Flags Over Georgia's 2008 operating season starts March 1st!
Here's just a few of the things we have to look forward to during the 2008 season at Six Flags Over Georgia:
- THOMAS THE TANK ENGINE - All aboard! Departing from Knapford Station for a round trip around the Island of Sodor, parents and kids can take a journey on this replica tank engine.
- MIND BENDER CELEBRATES 30 YEARS - The Mind Bender will celebrate 30 years of operation at SFOG this year! Be sure to stop by, take a ride and wish the Bender a very happy 30th!
- RIVERVIEW CAROUSEL TURNS 100 - the majestic Riverview Carousel, on the list of the National Register of Historic Places, will celebrate its 100th year - right here at SFOG! Taking a ride on this treasure is a must in 2008!
- JOHNNY ROCKETS - starting this season, you can take a break from all the fun, cool off, and fill your belly full of classic burgers and shakes at Johnny Rockets.
Be sure to check back often for updates, and keep an eye on our
forums for the latest discussions on the 2008 season.
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