Six Flags Magic Mountain Grad Nite – High School & Middle School [2024]
Six Flags Magic Mountain holds many records for having some of the wildest coasters, not just in the United States but in the world. This is why hosting your middle school or high school grad night at Six Flags Magic Mountain is a great choice!
Luckily, Six Flags Magic Mountain holds 2 different types of Grad Nites. One for 8th graders (Jr. Grad Nite) that graduate middle school and will be continuing on to high school. And one for high school seniors (Grad Nite).
But don’t worry, each one is held on different nights! This post will break down everything you need to know about each of the Grad Nites held at Magic Mountain. It will start with the Grad Nite, which is dedicated to high school seniors, and then it will cover the Jr. Grad Nite.
Quick Six Flags Grad Night Overview
Grad Nite Information:
Dates: May 17, 23, 31; June 7, 2024
Event Time: 8 pm – 3 am
Jr Grad Nite Information:
Dates: May 10, 24, 2024
Event Time: 6 pm – 12 am (midnight)
Note: In previous years, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom (in Vallejo, CA) has also held a Grad Nite for high school seniors. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem like they are offering it for the class of 2024. If this changes, then I will be sure to have an updated post.
Six Flags Magic Mountain Grad Nite Overview
Six Flags Grad Night is a way for High School Seniors to celebrate graduation. What makes this different than just going to Six Flags for the day is that this is a private event! It is held exclusively every year for graduating seniors.
During the hours of grad night, students can enjoy all of the rides and live entertainment exclusively for them. This private event is only available to those who purchase tickets in advance and register the school through the Six Flags website.
Now, when we say this is a private event, we mean it is a private event! Tickets are unavailable. at the gates, only approved vehicles are allowed into the student drop-off area, and re-entry isn’t allowed once the event has started! This might sound a bit extreme, but it is to help ensure that everyone at the event is safe during the evening.If you are interested in registering for grad nite, you can do so here. But let’s see what is included in Six Flags Magic Mountain Grad Nite and what is different about the two Grad Nites.
What To Expect at Six Flags Grad Nite
Six Flags Grad Nite is an exclusive private event for graduating seniors and chaperones!
Students and chaperones get ‘locked’ into the park for a fun-filled night at Six Flags!
There are many different things for students and chaperones to enjoy, such as live DJs and dance floors. Movies play all night long in the theater.
Plus, there is the option for meet and greets with their favorite Loony Toon and DC Superhero characters.
There will also be souvenirs for students to purchase to commemorate their graduation night celebration at Six Flags.
Students who attend can expect to enjoy hours of Six Flags fun without the out of control crowds of visiting the park during regular public hours.
What’s Included in Six Flags Grad Nite
The event ticket cost includes admission to the private event, access to all coasters and rides throughout the park, live DJs, movies, and more!
For the 2024 graduating seniors, the Six Flags Grad Nite event includes an all-you-can-eat buffet. This is great as the event takes place from 8 pm to 3 am, so the buffet allows students to grab food whenever needed.
The Grad Nite ticket also included live DJs with dance areas, which will also be available for students to enjoy throughout the park. As well as movies throughout the night at the GoldBear Theater.
Students who attend the Six Flags Grad Nite will also receive a digital photo to document their celebration, a souvenir gift, and a 2024 Grad Pass.
A Grad Pass is a special Six Flag seasonal pass that allows attendees to return to the park (on select dates) from their event night until December 29, 2024. Even though the Grad Pass is subject to Black Out dates, and doesn’t apply to other special events, it still allows returning on more than 100 different dates.
Chaperones who attend the event can expect a buffet of food and snacks available for a few hours throughout the night. As well as a chaperone lounge to relax during the night.
Cost of Six Flags Magic Mountain Grad Night
There is no specific set cost on Six Flags Magic Mountain’s website giving the information for the Grad Night.
There is a link for you to request further information, which will probably give you the cost of the event. However, that information isn’t very public.
I did find the Grad Night flyer from a local High School near Six Flags Magic Mountain, the cost that they had listed was $150 per senior student. However, that cost may also include transportation costs and not just the cost of the event, so take that information with a grain of salt.
Six Flags Magic Mountain Grad Night Dates
Unlike Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Six Flags Magic Mountain hosts many more dates for the grads! However, there still aren’t a lot of dates, so be sure to act fast before the dates sell out.
Grad Night at Six Flags Magic Mountain for 2024 will take place on the following dates:
Friday, May 17
Thursday, May 23
Friday, May 31
Friday, June 7
Again, dates usually sell quickly, so be sure to get your tickets as soon as you can!
Six Flags Jr. Grad Nite
For middle schoolers looking to celebrate their accomplishments, Six Flags Magic Mountain offers a Jr. Grad Nite! This event is very similar to the high schoolers’ grad nite, but also very different.
At Jr. Grad Nite, if desired, students and chaperones can enjoy the park during general park hours (10:30 am – 6 pm) and then enjoy their own private event from 6 pm until midnight!
What To Expect At Six Flags Jr Grad Nite
Depending on when your school shows up, it will determine what you can expect!
But at the very least, you can expect to have the whole Magic Mountian park closed off to the general public, with only graduating middle schoolers and chaperones inside.
Shorter wait times for your favorite coasters throughout the park!
As well as dinner options available.
Six Flags Jr Grad Nite Dates
Friday, May 10
Friday, May 24
Six Flags Jr Grad Nite Tickets & Cost
There is no public information on how much Jr Grad Nite costs. However, it does state that full payment is due 21 days prior to the selected date.
Additionally, on the Six Flags Magic Mountain website, they do list that there is a minimum requirement of 15 tickets purchased for the Jr. Grad Nite.
Ticket purchases also include a ticket add-on of a catering option. The catering option includes a meal for each guest. The catering option must be purchased in order to enter their picnic area during the event night too.
It is important to know that all Six Flags Locations are cashless. Only Credit/Debit and mobile payments will be accepted in the park. Most locations do have a cash-to-card kiosk that can be used if needed.
Six Flags Grad Nite FAQ:
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Six Flags Grad Nite event for graduating seniors. If you have any specific questions or need help planning your trip, be sure to reach out via email at red@redthetraveler.com.
You can always read the Six Flags Magic Mountain Grad Nite FAQs. If you have questions about Jr. Grad Nite, then you can read the Jr. Grad Night FAQs.
What happens at Grad Night?
Six Flags Grad Night is a night solely dedicated to High School Seniors! This is a private event that is not open to the general public. Graduating students (and their chaperones) will have the whole park to enjoy and celebrate.
It is a great way for graduating seniors to have a safe and drug-free environment to celebrate their academic accomplishments.
School registration is required, as tickets to the private event will not be available at the ticket gates.
How long is Grad Nite?
The length of Grad Nite depends on which Six Flags location you are attending.
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom’s Grad Night is from 9 pm to 3 am. That means 6 hours of fun!
Six Flags Magic Kingdom’s Grad Night is from 9 pm to 4 am. This means 7 hours of fun!
Regardless of which park’s grad night you attend, there is enough time for students to make some great memories and have a fun-filled night.
What time can the group show up at Six Flags?
Guests for Grad Nite can show up at 6:30 pm. If guests show up earlier, they will be subject to parking fees. The gates for Grad Nite don’t open until 8 pm.
The Wrap-Up: Six Flags Magic Mountain Grad Nite
Six Flags is another theme park that offers a private event just for graduating middle and high schoolers called Six Flags Grad Nite. Offering a private event with thrilling coasters, live entertainment, and all-you-can-eat buffets* for students to enjoy!
Only Six Flags Magic Mountain is offering a Grad Nite for 2024. However, they did start to offer a Jr. Grad Nite this year for middle schoolers.
Each event is only available for a few select nights in May and June. If you’re interested in having your school participate in the Six Flags Grad Nite, I recommend registering with Six Flags sooner rather then later to secure tickets!
Students that attend the Grad Nite can expect to enjoy at least 6 hours of a private event in the park! In addition to shorter wait times, guests can enjoy live music, food options, and character meet and greets!
High School Seniors that attend the Grad Nite, will all receive a 2024 Grad Pass, which is a special seasonal pass for those students. It allows them to return to Six Flags Magic Mountain from the night of their event until December 29, 2024 (some black out dates apply).
For information on other Theme Park Grad Nights, check out some of our other posts;
Disneyland Grad Nite
Universal Studios Grad Nite
