News: Kids get in free at Six Flags Over Georgia

Posted at 4:17 PM EST (2117 GMT)

Feb. 27th, 2008 -- Via Press Release: 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 BunnyWorld.
 
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 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.