Six Flags Sells Michigan's Adventure Amusement Park

The $331 million multi-park deal will transfer ownership of the Muskegon-area attraction to EPR Properties.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announced it is selling seven parks across North America, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon, to EPR Properties in a $331 million deal. Michigan's Adventure has been a summer staple in West Michigan for decades, drawing crowds for its roller coasters and water slides. The sale comes less than two years after Six Flags merged with Cedar Fair, the previous owner of Michigan's Adventure. EPR Properties plans to partner with Enchanted Parks to operate the six U.S. parks included in the deal.

Why it matters

The sale of Michigan's Adventure marks a significant change for the long-running amusement park, which has been a beloved summer tradition in the Muskegon area for generations. The transition to new ownership raises questions about the future direction and operations of the park, though Six Flags has stated the park is expected to continue operating normally in the near term.

The details

Under the $331 million deal, Six Flags is selling seven parks across North America to EPR Properties, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon. Other parks included in the sale are Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston, Six Flags Great Escape, Six Flags La Ronde, Six Flags St. Louis, Valleyfair, and Worlds of Fun. The sale comes less than two years after Six Flags merged with Cedar Fair, the previous owner of Michigan's Adventure. EPR Properties plans to partner with Enchanted Parks to operate the six U.S. parks in the deal.

  • Six Flags announced the $331 million multi-park sale on March 5, 2026.
  • The sale is expected to close this spring, ahead of the 2026 season opening on May 22.

The players

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

A major American theme park and entertainment company that owns and operates numerous theme parks and water parks across North America.

EPR Properties

A real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on entertainment, recreation and education properties, and plans to partner with Enchanted Parks to operate the parks acquired from Six Flags.

Michigan's Adventure

A popular amusement park located in Muskegon, Michigan that has been a summer destination in West Michigan for decades, known for its roller coasters, water slides, and as one of the largest parks in the state.

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What they’re saying

“We're confident the parks will be in good hands with EPR and its partners, who have strong experience operating parks of this quality and scale. At the same time, this move allows Six Flags to concentrate on the parks that we believe offer the greatest opportunities for growth and long-term success. Our goal is to continue creating amazing experiences for all our guests, and this agreement helps us stay focused on that commitment.”

— John Reilly, President and CEO, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (wgrd.com)

What’s next

The sale is expected to close this spring, ahead of the 2026 season opening at Michigan's Adventure on May 22. During the ownership transition, the Six Flags branding is likely to remain in place through at least the end of 2026.

The takeaway

The sale of Michigan's Adventure marks a significant shift for the long-running amusement park, which has been a beloved summer tradition in West Michigan for generations. While the new owners, EPR Properties, plan to continue operating the park, the transition raises questions about the future direction and experience for visitors to the Muskegon-area attraction.