Six Flags Great Adventure Continues Restoration of Historic Runaway Train
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Park's iconic roller coaster returns to a classic look
JACKSON, N.J. — JUNE 26, 2026 — Six Flags Great Adventure is continuing the restoration of one of the park's most cherished attractions, bringing Runaway Train back to its roots. As part of the ongoing restoration, the historic coaster has been repainted in one of its classic color schemes, honoring the attraction that has created lasting memories for generations of guests since the park opened in 1974.
Originally debuting during Six Flags Great Adventure's inaugural season, Runaway Train quickly became one of the park's defining attractions. More than five decades later, the restoration celebrates the coaster's enduring legacy while preserving an important piece of the park's history for future generations.
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"Runaway Train is more than a roller coaster. It's part of the story of Six Flags Great Adventure," said Ryan Eldredge, Director of Sales & Marketing at Six Flags Great Adventure. "As we continue investing in the future of our park, we're equally committed to preserving the attractions that helped shape it. Restoring the ride's classic appearance is an exciting step in honoring that legacy while ensuring it continues to create memories for generations to come."
The restoration comes during an exciting period of investment across Six Flags Great Adventure. Alongside the debut of Shoreline Pier at The Boardwalk and construction of the park's record-breaking 2027 roller coaster, the continued restoration of Runaway Train demonstrates the park's commitment to preserving the attractions that have helped define its legacy while continuing to build its future.
Guests can experience the restored Runaway Train, included with park admission, memberships, and Season Passes.
ABOUT SIX FLAGS GREAT ADVENTURE
Six Flags Great Adventure is one of the Northeast's premier entertainment destinations, featuring a world-class theme park, Hurricane Harbor New Jersey, Wild Safari and Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa. Home to award-winning attractions including Nitro, El Toro and Jersey Devil Coaster, the park offers thrills for every age, from family-friendly rides and two dedicated children's areas to seasonal events, live entertainment, shopping and diverse dining experiences. New for 2026, Shoreline Pier at The Boardwalk brings five attractions, games, dining and entertainment to a nostalgic seaside-inspired setting. Wild Safari, one of the largest safari parks outside of Africa, offers guests an up-close look at more than 1,200 animals from around the world, while Hurricane Harbor New Jersey features more than 25 water attractions for families and thrill-seekers alike. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure.
SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks and nine resort properties across 13 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The Company also manages an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of creating FUN, thrills and a lifetime of memories, Six Flags provides immersive entertainment to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.
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