Six Flags Cuts 135 Jobs at Knott’s Berry Farm, Magic Mountain, & Other California Parks
Six Flags is making some cuts.
Six Flags has announced that it is cutting jobs at its California parks.
According to KTLA, the affected employees are in the California parks. 135 full-time employees at Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo and California’s Great America in Santa Clara have been affected by this decision.
Six Flags told the outlet via email that 135 full-time employees in various theme parks in California will either be laid off or reclassified as part-time workers. The affected employees will be notified of their changed status and either receive a separation payout and other benefits or the option to continue working part-time.
“Six Flags is in the process of reducing its full-time headcount across the company by just over 10%. This includes a restructuring of some roles. This decision was made after careful consideration and a thorough review of our evolving business needs,” the statement continued.
The Orange County Register was the first to reveal that the theme park company had removed all 27 theme park president positions around the country. According to a business representative, most of the reorganization is expected to be completed by the end of June.
Following a $220 million net loss in the first quarter of 2025, which was ascribed to weather and economic instability, the corporation announced the layoffs.
Six Flags Recently Merged with Cedar Fair
In July 2024, a merger between Six Flags and Cedar Fair worth $8 billion was completed.
With rollercoaster fans closely monitoring developments, the success of the partnership will determine the future of these entertainment parks. Some individuals worry that the cost of entry to their beloved Six Flags parks may increase, while others anticipate that the parks’ quality will improve.
The merger is being attentively watched by amusement park enthusiasts who keep a close eye on every aspect of the park’s history and architecture. Fans worry that a uniform corporate identity may eventually lose beloved nostalgic characteristics, even if each park will keep its original name and logo under the new corporation.
