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Six Flags Entertainment Corporation reported mixed second‑quarter 2026 results as it continues reshaping its park portfolio. On a reported basis, net revenues were $865 million, down 7% year over year, with attendance down 7% to 13.1 million visits and net loss widening to about $203 million. Adjusted EBITDA held flat at $243 million.

On a Same‑Park Basis, which excludes seven sold parks and a closed Maryland property, net revenues rose 2.4% to $864 million and Adjusted EBITDA increased 7% to $249 million, supported by 4% higher attendance and strong in‑park spending, partly offset by 1% lower per‑capita spending. The company highlighted a 6% increase in its active pass base and a shift toward higher‑tier passes and memberships, supporting more recurring revenue. As of June 28, 2026, net debt was $4.9 billion and total liquidity $837 million, including $703 million available under the revolving credit facility, with management emphasizing debt reduction and disciplined capital allocation.

Positive

  • Same‑Park Adjusted EBITDA increased 7% to $249 million in Q2 2026 from $233 million a year earlier, indicating stronger profitability from the current operating portfolio despite fewer operating days.
  • The active pass base grew 6% and season‑to‑date pass sales rose 7% on a Same‑Park Basis, supporting higher recurring revenue and better visibility into peak‑season demand.
  • Total liquidity stood at $837 million, including $703 million available under the revolver, giving the company meaningful financial flexibility while it prioritizes reducing leverage.

Negative

  • Net loss attributable to Six Flags widened to about $203 million in Q2 2026, roughly doubling from $100 million in the prior‑year quarter despite flat Adjusted EBITDA on a reported basis.
  • Reported attendance declined 7% to 13.1 million visits and Same‑Park per‑capita spending fell 1% to $62.88, signaling pressure on overall revenue yield even as volume improved in the retained parks.

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Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Net revenues, reported basis $865 million Q2 2026 vs $930 million in the second quarter of 2025
Net loss attributable to Six Flags $203 million Q2 2026 net loss vs $100 million in the prior-year quarter
Adjusted EBITDA, Same-Park Basis $249 million Q2 2026 vs $233 million in Q2 2025, a 7% increase
Attendance, Same-Park Basis 13.1 million visits Q2 2026 attendance vs 12.7 million visits in Q2 2025, up 4%
Per capita spending, Same-Park Basis $62.88 Q2 2026 per capita vs $63.38 in Q2 2025, down 1%
Net debt $4.9 billion As of June 28, 2026, calculated from $5.0 billion total debt and cash on hand
Total liquidity $837 million As of June 28, 2026, including $703 million available under revolving credit facility
Equity $114,727 thousand Equity balance reported as of June 28, 2026
Same-Park Basis financial
"On a Same-Park Basis, the Company’s parks generated net revenues of $864 million"
A same-park basis is a performance measure that compares financial or operating results—like revenue, occupancy, or rent—only for properties that a company owned and operated during both the current and prior reporting periods. It excludes any recently acquired, sold, or closed parks so the comparison reflects organic change rather than portfolio size changes. For investors, it helps isolate underlying trends in how the existing assets are performing, similar to comparing fruit yield from the same trees year to year rather than counting newly planted ones.
Adjusted EBITDA financial
"Adjusted EBITDA was $249 million, an increase of $16 million, or 7%"
Adjusted EBITDA is a way companies measure how much money they make from their core operations, like running a business, by removing certain costs or income that aren’t part of regular business activities. It helps investors see how well a company is doing without distractions from unusual expenses or gains, making it easier to compare companies or track performance over time.
net debt financial
"Net debt(3) totaled $4.9 billion, calculated as total debt of $5.0 billion"
Net debt is the total amount a company owes after subtracting the cash and assets it has that can be used to pay off that debt. It shows how much debt is truly a burden, helping investors understand if a company is financially healthy or heavily borrowed. Think of it like calculating how much money you owe after using your savings to pay part of it.
concessionaire remittances financial
"Concessionaire remittances | (25,041) | (27,938) | (30,631) | (34,112)"
Loss on early debt extinguishment financial
"Loss on early debt extinguishment | — | — | 4,053 | —"
non-controlling interests financial
"Net income attributable to non-controlling interests | 25,084"
An ownership stake in a subsidiary held by outside shareholders rather than the parent company, representing the portion of that subsidiary’s assets and profits the parent does not control. For investors, it shows what part of consolidated earnings and equity belongs to others — like a roommate who owns part of a house — which affects how much value and profit per share are truly attributable to the parent company’s shareholders.
Net revenues, reported basis $865 million decrease of $65 million, or 7%, from $930 million
Net loss attributable to Six Flags $203 million compared with a net loss of $100 million in the second quarter of 2025
Adjusted EBITDA, Same-Park Basis $249 million increase of $16 million, or 7%, from $233 million
Attendance, Same-Park Basis 13.1 million visits increase of 4% from 12.7 million visits

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What were Six Flags (FUN) net revenues and profit in Q2 2026?

Six Flags reported Q2 2026 net revenues of $865 million on a reported basis and a net loss attributable to the company of about $203 million, compared with net revenues of $930 million and a $100 million net loss in Q2 2025.

How did Six Flags (FUN) Same-Park results compare with Q2 2025?

On a Same‑Park Basis, Six Flags generated Q2 2026 net revenues of $864 million, up 2.4%, and Adjusted EBITDA of $249 million, up 7% from $233 million, reflecting stronger performance from the current operating portfolio after selling seven parks and closing one property.

What happened to Six Flags (FUN) attendance and per capita spending in Q2 2026?

Reported attendance fell 7% to 13.1 million visits, while Same‑Park attendance rose 4% to the same 13.1 million. Same‑Park per capita spending slipped 1% to $62.88, as lower admissions per capita offset continued strength in in‑park product spending.

How strong is Six Flags (FUN) balance sheet and liquidity as of June 28, 2026?

Six Flags reported net debt of $4.9 billion, based on $5.0 billion of total debt and $135 million of cash. Total liquidity was $837 million, including $703 million available under its revolving credit facility, with management focused on reducing leverage.

What strategic actions influenced Six Flags (FUN) Q2 2026 results?

Results reflect a more focused park portfolio after the divestiture of seven non‑core parks and closure of a Maryland park. The company emphasized a commercial strategy built around flexible, benefit‑rich season passes and memberships, expanding its active pass base by 6% Same‑Park.

How did operating costs trend for Six Flags (FUN) in Q2 2026?

On a reported basis, Q2 2026 operating expenses decreased by $61 million, while selling, general and administrative expense increased by $1 million. On a Same‑Park Basis, operating expenses rose just $1 million, reflecting cost controls despite higher attendance and guest activity.
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation/NEW0001999001falseAugust 6, 202600019990012026-08-062026-08-06

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2026

SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware001-4215793-4097909
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)
(Commission File No.)(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
8701 Red Oak Blvd.,
Charlotte, North Carolina 28217
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(704) 414-4700
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share
FUNNew York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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Item 2.02.    Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
On August 6, 2026, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation issued a news release disclosing 2026 fiscal second-quarter results. A copy of the news release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

This information shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise be subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01.    Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d)     Exhibits:
Exhibit No.Description
99.1
News Release of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation dated August 6, 2026 (furnished herewith)
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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
(Registrant)
Date:August 6, 2026By:/s/ Ash Walia
Ash Walia
Chief Financial Officer



Exhibit 99.1
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                                                  NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Investor Contact: Michael Russell, IR@sixflags.com
https://investors.sixflags.com
Media Contact: Kristin Fitzgerald, kristin.fitzgerald@sixflags.com

SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION REPORTS 2026 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS
Strong second quarter results with higher attendance at the Company's current operating portfolio
Active pass base up at the Company's current operating portfolio reflecting strong season pass sales and expanded membership offerings, providing greater visibility into peak season demand
More focused park portfolio consolidates management efforts and resources to maximize returns at the high-potential parks
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Aug. 6, 2026) -- Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) (the “Company” or “Six Flags”) the largest regional amusement park operator in North America, today announced results for its 2026 second quarter ended June 28, 2026.
Second Quarter 2026 Results
Please note: 2025 second quarter results include quarterly financial and other data related to eight parks Six Flags no longer operated in the 2026 second quarter including: (1) seven parks Six Flags sold to EPR Properties prior to the start of 2026 park operations, and (2) a combined amusement/water park located in Bowie, Maryland, where park operations were discontinued following the end of its 2025 operating season. Therefore, results are presented both on a Reported Basis and on a Same-Park Basis, or excluding the results of the parks sold and closed.

 (In thousands,
except per capita amounts)
Three months ended
June 28, 2026
Three months ended
June 29, 2025
Variance
ReportedSame-ParkReportedSame-ParkReportedSame-Park
Net revenues$864,919 $864,461 $930,390 $844,236 $(65,471)$20,225 
Net loss attributable to Six Flags Entertainment Corporation$(202,620)$(194,436)$(99,648)$(86,620)$(102,972)$(107,816)
Adjusted EBITDA (1)
$243,073 $248,916 $242,618 $233,043 $455 $15,873 
Attendance13,128 13,128 14,191 12,679 (1,063)449 
Admissions per capita spending (2)
$33.62 $33.61 $34.19 $34.52 $(0.57)$(0.91)
In-park product per capita spending (2)
$29.27 $29.27 $28.27 $28.86 $1.00 $0.41 




Six Flags Entertainment Corporation - 8701 Red Oak Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28217 - Phone: 704.414.4700

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As compared with the second quarter of 2025 on a Reported Basis:
Net revenues totaled $865 million, a decrease of $65 million, or 7.0%, from $930 million.
Net loss attributable to Six Flags Entertainment Corporation was $203 million, compared with a net loss of $100 million.
Adjusted EBITDA(1) was $243 million in both periods.
Attendance totaled 13.1 million visits, a decrease of 7%, from 14.2 million visits.
Per capita spending(2) was $62.89, an increase of 1%, from $62.46.
Operating days totaled 1,615, a decrease of 378 days, from 1,993.
As compared with the second quarter of 2025 on a Same-Park Basis:
Net revenues totaled $864 million, an increase of $20 million, or 2.4%, from $844 million.
Net loss attributable to Six Flags Entertainment Corporation was $194 million, compared with a net loss of $87 million.
Adjusted EBITDA was $249 million, an increase of $16 million, or 7%, from $233 million.
Attendance totaled 13.1 million visits, an increase of 4%, from 12.7 million visits.
Per capita spending was $62.88, a decrease of 1%, from $63.38.
Operating days totaled 1,615, a decrease of 44 days, from 1,659.
CEO Commentary
“Our second quarter and first-half results reflect meaningful progress advancing the strategic priorities we established at the beginning of the year to strengthen the business," said John Reilly, Six Flags President and CEO. "Our more focused operating portfolio generated higher attendance, net revenues and Adjusted EBITDA, demonstrating that our portfolio actions and performance improvement initiatives are delivering improved financial results. Additionally, season pass and membership sales increased and our active pass base expanded during the second quarter, reinforcing our conviction that we are taking the right steps to build a stronger, more predictable business as we enter the most important part of our operating season.
"Our commercial strategy - designed to build a larger, more engaged guest community and create greater long-term value from each guest relationship, demonstrated its effectiveness by delivering tangible results in the second quarter," Reilly continued. "Guests continue to respond favorably to our flexible, benefit-rich season pass and membership offerings, with season-to-date pass sales increasing 7% and our active pass base growing 6% on a Same-Park Basis. We are also seeing encouraging demand for higher-tier passes and our expanded membership offerings, reflecting the value guests place on greater access and flexibility. Together, these initiatives strengthen recurring revenue, enhance visibility into future demand, and support stronger attendance and financial performance over time.
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"We are strengthening park-level accountability, sharpening commercial execution, and maintaining a disciplined approach to capital allocation," Reilly added. "With the divestiture of seven non-core parks complete, we are focusing our resources on parks with the highest returns. These actions are building a stronger operating company with greater long-term earnings potential. While important work remains, the second quarter results and leading indicators give us increasing confidence in the operating priorities we have established.”
Summarized Second Quarter 2026 Results
Unless otherwise noted, the discussion below compares the performance of the Company's current operating portfolio, which excludes the results of the parks sold and closed. Same-Park Basis comparisons are presented as supplemental information. Management believes Same-Park Basis information is meaningful to help evaluate operating performance related only to the portfolio of parks that were owned and operated by Six Flags during the comparable periods and uses it for this purpose.
Net revenues. On a Reported Basis, the Company's parks generated net revenues of $865 million, a decrease of $65 million, or 7%, compared with $930 million in the second quarter of 2025. On a Same-Park Basis, the Company’s parks generated net revenues of $864 million, an increase of $20 million, or 2.4%, compared with $844 million in the second quarter of 2025. The increase in Same-Park Basis net revenues was driven primarily by 4% higher attendance, including a 10% increase in season-pass visitation, and continued strength in food and extra-charge spending per visit. These benefits were partially offset by lower admissions per capita spending(2), an earlier spring break season falling in this year's first quarter versus last year's second quarter, and approximately 3% fewer operating days.
Attendance and operating days. Attendance on a Reported Basis decreased 1.1 million visits, or 7%, compared with the second quarter of 2025. Attendance on a Same-Park Basis increased 449,000 visits, or 4%, compared with the second quarter of 2025. Attendance growth on a Same-Park Basis was supported primarily by increased season pass visitation, reflecting continued strength in the Company's season pass and membership programs across the portfolio. Operating days for the current operating portfolio totaled 1,615, compared with 1,659 operating days for the same parks in the prior-year period.
Per capita spending. Per capita spending on a Reported Basis was $62.89, an increase of $0.43, or 1%, compared with $62.46 in the prior-year period. Per capita spending on a Same-Park Basis was $62.88, a decline of $0.50, or 1%, compared with $63.38 in the prior-year period. The modest decline in per capita spending on a Same-Park Basis primarily reflected lower admissions per capita spending associated with expanded season pass benefits and increased cross-park visitation, partially offset by continued strength in guest spending on food, extra-charge attractions and other in-park offerings. Paid admission pricing remained stable year over year, while guests continued to trade up to higher-tier season pass products that provide greater access and flexibility. Management believes its initiatives support higher attendance and increased long-term earnings potential despite modest pressure on admissions per capita spending.
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Operating costs and expenses. Operating costs and expenses remained well controlled despite higher attendance and guest activity during the quarter. On a Reported Basis, operating expenses decreased $61 million, and selling, general and administrative expense increased $1 million. On a Same-Park Basis, operating expenses increased by only $1 million compared with the prior-year period, as higher maintenance activity, as well as smaller increases in credit card fees, live entertainment costs and utility expenses, were largely offset by lower full-time wage expense and related benefits. Selling, general and administrative expense on a Same-Park Basis also remained well controlled, increasing only $3 million while continuing to support the Company's commercial initiatives and operating priorities. Selling, general and administrative expense on a Same-Park Basis increased due to full-time wages, which was primarily due to an increase in equity compensation and severance costs, and higher consulting and legal costs, both of which were offset by lower advertising costs. The combination of revenue growth and disciplined expense management resulted in stronger operating leverage, allowing a larger portion of incremental revenues to translate into higher earnings during the quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA. The Company’s parks generated Adjusted EBITDA of $243 million in both periods on a Reported Basis. On a Same-Park Basis, the Company's parks generated Adjusted EBITDA of $249 million, an increase of $16 million, or 7%, compared with $233 million in the second quarter of 2025. The improvement demonstrates stronger performance from the current operating portfolio. See the attached table for a reconciliation of net loss to Adjusted EBITDA.
Season Pass, Membership and Active Pass Base Progress
During the second quarter, the Company continued to build momentum in its season pass and membership programs, supported by a more differentiated product architecture, expanded regional and all-park access available with certain products, improved marketing execution, and a more coordinated approach to guest acquisition and retention.
The active pass base increased 6% compared with the same time last year on a Same-Park Basis. Management views the number of guests eligible to visit the parks as an important leading indicator of attendance and a source of greater visibility into demand during the balance of the season.
Sales mix continued to shift toward higher-tier pass products, reflecting guest response to the added access and enhanced benefits available with those offerings. The mix improvement supports higher-value guest relationships without relying solely on lower headline pricing.
Membership participation continued to expand during the quarter. Member counts beyond their initial 12-month term exceeded the prior-year level at a higher average price, and the Company expanded its membership model to six additional parks in June 2026. Membership provides guests with a lower upfront purchase commitment while building the Company’s recurring-revenue base and supporting continued growth in the active pass base.
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Marketing investment produced improved acquisition and conversion efficiency during the quarter, supporting growth in pass sales and the active pass base while improving the economic return on guest acquisition spending.
The Company also introduced several major thrill rides, attractions and entertainment offerings during the quarter. These investments are designed to strengthen the guest proposition, support visitation and improve the return generated by the Company’s established park base.
Balance Sheet and Liquidity Highlights
The Company continued to strengthen its balance sheet during the first six months of 2026 through improved operating cash flow, disciplined capital spending, and the use of proceeds from previously announced portfolio transactions to reduce outstanding borrowings. The Company also reduced borrowings under its revolving credit facility and maintained substantial available capacity at quarter-end. Reducing leverage remains an essential financial priority.
As of June 28, 2026, the Company reported the following:
Total deferred revenue of $431 million. On a Reported Basis, total deferred revenue decreased $30 million. On a Same-Park Basis, total deferred revenue increased $8 million, or 2%, compared with the prior year, supported by growth in membership and advance sales.
Cash and cash equivalents of $135 million.
Total liquidity of $837 million, including $703 million available under the Company’s revolving credit facility.
Net debt(3) totaled $4.9 billion, calculated as total debt of $5.0 billion (before debt issuance costs and acquisition fair value layers) less cash and cash equivalents of $135 million.
Conference Call
As previously announced, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation will host a conference call with analysts starting at 8 a.m. ET today, August 6, 2026, to discuss its recent financial results. Participants on the call will include Six Flags CEO John Reilly and CFO Ash Walia.
Investors and all other interested parties can access a live, listen-only audio webcast of the call on the Six Flags Investors website at https://investors.sixflags.com under the tabs Investor Information / Events & Presentations. Those unable to listen to the live webcast can access a recorded version of the call on the Six Flags Investors website at https://investors.sixflags.com under Investor Information / Events and Presentations, shortly after the live call’s completion.
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A digital recording of the conference call will be available for replay by phone starting at approximately 1 p.m. ET on Thursday August 6, 2026, until 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday August 13, 2026. To access the phone replay in North America please dial (800) 770-2030; from international locations please dial +1 (609) 800-9909, followed by Conference ID 3720518.
About 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®.
Footnotes:
(1) Adjusted EBITDA is not a measurement computed in accordance with GAAP. Management believes Adjusted EBITDA is a meaningful measure of park-level operating profitability and uses it for measuring returns on capital investments, evaluating potential acquisitions, determining awards under incentive compensation plans, and calculating compliance with certain loan covenants. For additional information regarding Adjusted EBITDA, including how the Company defines and uses this measure, see the attached reconciliation table and related footnotes.
(2) Per capita spending, admissions per capita spending, in-park product per capita spending, and out-of-park revenues are non-GAAP financial measures. See the attached reconciliation table and related footnote for the calculation of these metrics. These metrics are used by management as major factors in significant operational decisions as they are primary drivers of financial and operational performance, measuring demand, pricing, and consumer behavior.
(3) Net debt is a non-GAAP financial measure. See the attached reconciliation table and related footnote for the calculation of net debt. Net debt is used by the Company and investors to monitor leverage, and management believes it is meaningful for this purpose.
Forward-Looking Statements
Some of the statements contained in this news release that are not historical in nature are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including statements as to our expectations, beliefs, goals and strategies regarding the future. Words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “create,” “expect,” “future,” “guidance,” “intend,” “plan,” “potential,” “seek,” “synergies,” “target,” “will,” “would,” similar expressions, and variations or negatives of these words identify forward-looking statements. However, the absence of these words does not mean that the statements are not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements may involve current plans, estimates, expectations and ambitions that are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, may be beyond our control and could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in such statements. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such
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forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct, that our growth and operational strategies will achieve the target results. Important risks and uncertainties that may cause such a difference and could adversely affect attendance at our parks, our future financial performance, and/or our growth strategies, and could cause actual results to differ materially from our expectations or otherwise to fluctuate or decrease, include, but are not limited to: failure to realize the expected amount and timing of benefits related to the sale of parks and undeveloped land; adverse weather conditions; general economic, political and market conditions, including global trade; the impacts of pandemics or other public health crises, including the effects of government responses on people and economies; competition for consumer leisure time and spending or other changes in consumer behavior or sentiment for discretionary spending; unanticipated construction delays or increases in construction or supply costs; changes in capital investment plans and projects; anticipated tax treatment, unforeseen liabilities, future capital expenditures, revenues, expenses, earnings, synergies, economic performance, indebtedness, financial condition, losses, future prospects, business and management strategies for the management, expansion and growth of the Company’s operations; the impact of any potential shareholder activism; failure to attract, motivate and retain qualified domestic and international employees and key personnel; legislative, regulatory and economic developments and changes in laws, regulations, and policies affecting the Company; acts of terrorism or outbreak or escalation of war, hostilities, civil unrest, and other political or security disturbances; and other risks and uncertainties we discuss under the heading “Risk Factors” within our Annual Report on Form 10-K and in the other filings we make from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers are urged not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this document and are based on information currently and reasonably known to us. We do not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect future events, information or circumstances that arise after publication of this news release.
This news release and prior releases are available under the News tab at https://investors.sixflags.com
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SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands)
Three months endedSix months ended
June 28, 2026June 29, 2025June 28, 2026June 29, 2025
Net revenues:
Admissions$441,264 $485,424 $554,764 $592,185 
Food, merchandise and games303,185 323,155 381,449 389,003 
Accommodations, extra-charge products and other120,470 121,811 154,333 151,259 
864,919 930,390 1,090,546 1,132,447 
Costs and expenses:
Cost of food, merchandise, and games revenues75,273 80,822 96,560 102,423 
Operating expenses438,776 500,121 705,669 799,600 
Selling, general and administrative130,736 129,822 204,031 220,607 
Depreciation and amortization107,775 134,628 215,124 236,958 
Loss on retirement of fixed assets, net13,888 10,518 16,323 18,616 
Loss on impairment of goodwill and other intangibles— — 38,640 — 
Loss on disposal group9,867 — 37,838 — 
Loss on other assets— — — 791 
776,315 855,911 1,314,185 1,378,995 
Operating income (loss)88,604 74,479 (223,639)(246,548)
Interest expense, net102,052 92,409 196,980 179,444 
Loss on early debt extinguishment— — 4,053 — 
Other expense (income), net6,678 (19,381)12,417 (20,965)
(Loss) income before taxes(20,126)1,451 (437,089)(405,027)
Provision (benefit) for taxes157,410 76,283 9,047 (110,477)
Net loss(177,536)(74,832)(446,136)(294,550)
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests25,084 24,816 25,084 24,816 
Net loss attributable to Six Flags Entertainment Corporation$(202,620)$(99,648)$(471,220)$(319,366)


SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET DATA
(In thousands)
June 28, 2026June 29, 2025
Cash and cash equivalents$134,528 $107,386 
Total assets$7,435,253 $9,452,915 
Long-term debt, including current maturities:
Revolving credit loans$78,428 $356,650 
Term debt1,458,765 1,470,875 
Notes3,449,779 3,460,656 
$4,986,972 $5,288,181 
Equity$114,727 $1,774,801 

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation - 8701 Red Oak Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28217 - Phone: 704.414.4700

SIX FLAGS REPORTS 2026 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS
Aug. 6, 2026
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SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
RECONCILIATION OF MODIFIED EBITDA AND ADJUSTED EBITDA
(In thousands)

REPORTED BASIS
Three months endedSix months endedTwelve months endedTrailing twelve months ended (5)
June 28, 2026June 29, 2025June 28, 2026June 29, 2025December 31, 2025June 28, 2026
Net loss$(177,536)$(74,832)$(446,136)$(294,550)$(1,549,466)$(1,701,052)
Interest expense, net102,052 92,409 196,980 179,444 359,958 377,494 
Provision (benefit) for taxes157,410 76,283 9,047 (110,477)(163,980)(44,456)
Depreciation and amortization107,775 134,628 215,124 236,958 486,383 464,549 
EBITDA189,701 228,488 (24,985)11,375 (867,105)(903,465)
Loss on early debt extinguishment— — 4,053 — — 4,053 
Non-cash foreign currency loss (gain)6,655 (19,986)11,794 (22,200)(22,583)11,411 
Non-cash equity compensation expense19,585 8,935 23,357 26,011 64,157 61,503 
Loss on retirement of fixed assets, net13,888 10,518 16,323 18,616 40,670 38,377 
Loss on impairment of goodwill and other intangibles— — 38,640 — 1,518,099 1,556,739 
Loss on disposal group9,867 — 37,838 — — 37,838 
Loss on other assets— — — 791 791 — 
Costs related to the merger (1)
3,716 11,030 8,630 26,670 48,911 30,871 
Severance (2)
16,700 23,823 16,964 27,200 44,564 34,328 
Other (3)
8,045 4,626 12,504 8,181 14,138 18,461 
Modified EBITDA (4)
268,157 267,434 145,118 96,644 841,642 890,116 
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests25,084 24,816 25,084 24,816 49,632 49,900 
Adjusted EBITDA (4)
$243,073 $242,618 $120,034 $71,828 $792,010 $840,216 
(1)    Consists of integration costs related to the merger between legacy Cedar Fair and legacy Six Flags (the "merger"), including third-party consulting costs, costs to integrate information technology systems, integration team salaries and benefits, retention bonuses, maintenance costs to update Former Six Flags parks to Cedar Fair standards and certain legal costs. These costs are added back to net loss to calculate Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA as defined in the Company's credit agreement.

(2)    Consists of severance and related employer taxes and benefits. Certain employees, including certain executive level employees, were terminated as part of executive leadership transitions, as well as post-merger productivity and efficiency efforts.

(3)    Consists of certain costs as defined in the Company's credit agreement. These costs are added back to net loss to calculate Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA and include certain legal and consulting expenses; certain costs at the sold and closed parks; certain recruiting and relocation costs; cost of goods sold recorded to align inventory standards following the merger; Mexican VAT taxes on intercompany activity; and contract termination costs. This balance also includes unrealized gains and losses on pension assets and short-term investments.

(4)    Modified EBITDA represents earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, other non-cash items, and adjustments as defined in the Company's credit agreement. Adjusted EBITDA represents Modified EBITDA less net loss attributable to non-controlling interests. Management includes both measures to disclose the effect of non-controlling interests. Management believes Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are meaningful measures of park-level operating profitability, and uses them for measuring returns on capital investments, evaluating potential acquisitions, determining awards under incentive compensation plans, and calculating compliance with certain loan covenants. Adjusted EBITDA is widely used by analysts, investors and comparable companies in the industry to evaluate operating performance on a consistent basis, as well as more easily compare results with those of other companies in the industry. Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are provided as supplemental measures of the Company's operating results and are not intended to be a substitute for operating income, net income or cash flows from operating activities as defined under generally accepted accounting principles. In addition, Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation - 8701 Red Oak Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28217 - Phone: 704.414.4700

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Aug. 6, 2026
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(5)    The amounts in the trailing twelve month column are calculated by adding the results for the six months ended June 28, 2026 and the results for the year ended December 31, 2025 together and then subtracting the results for the six months ended June 29, 2025.
SAME-PARK BASIS (6)
Three months endedSix months endedTwelve months endedTrailing twelve months ended (5)
June 28, 2026June 29, 2025June 28, 2026June 29, 2025December 31, 2025June 28, 2026
Net loss$(169,352)$(61,804)$(409,572)$(242,173)$(1,515,111)$(1,682,510)
Interest expense, net102,047 92,372 196,972 179,387 359,900 377,485 
Provision (benefit) for taxes157,410 76,283 9,047 (110,477)(163,986)(44,462)
Depreciation and amortization107,755 117,828 209,067 210,232 423,755 422,590 
EBITDA197,860 224,679 5,514 36,969 (895,442)(926,897)
Loss on early debt extinguishment— — 4,053 — — 4,053 
Non-cash foreign currency loss (gain)6,655 (19,992)11,793 (22,214)(22,583)11,424 
Non-cash equity compensation expense19,585 8,935 23,357 26,011 64,157 61,503 
Loss on retirement of fixed assets, net13,721 9,263 16,061 16,310 38,451 38,202 
Loss on impairment of goodwill and other intangibles— — 38,640 — 1,510,212 1,548,852 
Loss on disposal group9,867 — 37,838 — — 37,838 
Loss on other assets— — — 791 791 — 
Costs related to the merger (1)
3,716 9,908 8,630 25,500 46,805 29,935 
Severance (2)
16,688 20,440 16,926 23,660 40,935 34,201 
Other (3)
5,908 4,626 8,647 7,795 10,925 11,777 
Modified EBITDA (4)
274,000 257,859 171,459 114,822 794,251 850,888 
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests25,084 24,816 25,084 24,816 49,632 49,900 
Adjusted EBITDA (4)
$248,916 $233,043 $146,375 $90,006 $744,619 $800,988 
(1)    Consists of integration costs related to the merger, including third-party consulting costs, costs to integrate information technology systems, integration team salaries and benefits, retention bonuses, maintenance costs to update Former Six Flags parks to Cedar Fair standards and certain legal costs. These costs are added back to net loss to calculate Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA as defined in the Company's credit agreement.

(2)    Consists of severance and related employer taxes and benefits. Certain employees, including certain executive level employees, were terminated as part of executive leadership transitions, as well as post-merger productivity and efficiency efforts.

(3)    Consists of certain costs as defined in the Company's credit agreement. These costs are added back to net loss to calculate Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA and include certain legal and consulting expenses; certain recruiting and relocation costs; cost of goods sold recorded to align inventory standards following the merger; Mexican VAT taxes on intercompany activity; and contract termination costs. This balance also includes unrealized gains and losses on pension assets and short-term investments.

(4)    Modified EBITDA represents earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, other non-cash items, and adjustments as defined in the Company's credit agreement. Adjusted EBITDA represents Modified EBITDA less net loss attributable to non-controlling interests. Management includes both measures to disclose the effect of non-controlling interests. Management believes Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are meaningful measures of park-level operating profitability, and uses them for measuring returns on capital investments, evaluating potential acquisitions, determining awards under incentive compensation plans, and calculating compliance with certain loan covenants. Adjusted EBITDA is widely used by analysts, investors and comparable companies in the industry to evaluate operating performance on a consistent basis, as well as more easily compare results with those of other companies in the industry. Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are provided as supplemental measures of the Company's operating results and are not intended to be a substitute for operating income, net income or cash flows from operating activities as defined under generally accepted accounting principles. In addition, Modified EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies.

(5)    The amounts in the trailing twelve month column are calculated by adding the results for the six months ended June 28, 2026 and the results for the year ended December 31, 2025 together and then subtracting the results for the six months ended June 29, 2025.
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation - 8701 Red Oak Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28217 - Phone: 704.414.4700

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Aug. 6, 2026
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(6)    Same-Park Basis compares the performance of the Company's current operating portfolio, which excludes the results of (1) seven parks Six Flags sold to EPR Properties prior to the start of 2026 park operations, and (2) a combined amusement/water park located in Bowie, Maryland, where park operations were discontinued following the end of its 2025 operating season. Same-Park Basis comparisons are presented as supplemental information. Management believes Same-Park Basis information is meaningful to help evaluate operating performance related only to the portfolio of parks that were owned and operated by Six Flags during the comparable periods and uses it for this purpose.

SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
CALCULATION OF NET DEBT
(In thousands)
June 28, 2026
Long-term debt, including current maturities$4,986,972 
Plus: Debt issuance costs and original issue discount52,474 
Less: Acquisition fair value layers(21,984)
Less: Cash and cash equivalents(134,528)
Net debt (1)
$4,882,934 
(1)    Net debt is a non-GAAP financial measure used by investors to monitor leverage. The measure may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies.

SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
KEY OPERATIONAL MEASURES
(In thousands, except per capita and operating day amounts)

REPORTED BASIS
Three months endedSix months ended
June 28, 2026June 29, 2025June 28, 2026June 29, 2025
Attendance13,128 14,191 16,051 17,009 
Per capita spending (1)
$62.89 $62.46 $64.05 $62.95 
Admissions per capita spending (1)
$33.62 $34.19 $34.56 $34.77 
In-park product per capita spending (1)
$29.27 $28.27 $29.49 $28.18 
Out-of-park revenues (1)
$64,319 $71,908 $93,118 $95,824 
Operating days1,615 1,993 1,984 2,386 

SAME-PARK BASIS
Three months endedSix months ended
June 28, 2026June 29, 2025June 28, 2026June 29, 2025
Attendance13,128 12,679 16,051 15,497 
Per capita spending (1)
$62.88 $63.38 $63.96 $63.65 
Admissions per capita spending (1)
$33.61 $34.52 $34.50 $35.03 
In-park product per capita spending (1)
$29.27 $28.86 $29.46 $28.61 
Out-of-park revenues (1)
$63,931 $66,231 $89,130 $85,550 
Operating days1,615 1,659 1,984 2,052 
(1)    Per capita spending is calculated as revenues generated within the Company's amusement parks and separately gated outdoor water parks along with related parking revenues and online transaction fees charged to customers (in-park revenues), divided by total attendance. Admissions per capita spending is calculated as revenues generated for admission to the Company's amusement parks and separately gated water parks along with related parking revenues and online transaction fees charged to customers (in-park admissions revenues) divided by total attendance. In-park product per capita spending is calculated as all other revenues generated within the Company's amusement parks and separately gated water parks, including food and beverage, merchandise, games and extra-charge offerings (in-park product revenues) divided by total attendance. Out-of-park revenues are defined as revenues from resorts, out-of-park food and merchandise locations, sponsorships, international agreements and all other out-of-park operations. Beginning in the fourth quarter of 2025, the Company renamed in-park per capita spending to per capita spending and renamed per capita spending on in-park products to in-park product per capita spending. The methodology for calculating these metrics remains unchanged, and therefore any previously reported metrics that are renamed to corresponding metrics remain unchanged.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation - 8701 Red Oak Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28217 - Phone: 704.414.4700

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Aug. 6, 2026
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In-park revenues, per capita spending, in-park admissions revenues, admissions per capita spending, in-park product revenues, in-park product per capita spending, and out-of-park revenues are non-GAAP measures. These metrics are used by management as major factors in significant operational decisions as they are primary drivers of financial and operational performance, measuring demand, pricing, and consumer behavior. Reconciliations of in-park revenues, including in-park admissions revenues and in-park product revenues, and out-of-park revenues to net revenues for the periods presented on a Reported Basis and on a Same-Park Basis are included in the tables below.

REPORTED BASIS
(In thousands)
Three months endedSix months ended
June 28, 2026June 29, 2025June 28, 2026June 29, 2025
In-park admissions revenues$441,313 $485,177 554,754 591,488 
In-park product revenues384,328 401,243 473,305 479,247 
In-park revenues825,641 886,420 1,028,059 1,070,735 
Out-of-park revenues64,319 71,908 93,118 95,824 
Concessionaire remittances(25,041)(27,938)(30,631)(34,112)
Net revenues$864,919 $930,390 $1,090,546 $1,132,447 

SAME-PARK BASIS
(In thousands)
Three months endedSix months ended
June 28, 2026June 29, 2025June 28, 2026June 29, 2025
In-park admissions revenues$441,251 $437,662 553,691 542,894 
In-park product revenues384,298 365,927 472,922 443,419 
In-park revenues825,549 803,589 1,026,613 986,313 
Out-of-park revenues63,931 66,231 89,130 85,550 
Concessionaire remittances(25,019)(25,584)(30,419)(31,664)
Net revenues$864,461 $844,236 $1,085,324 $1,040,199 
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation - 8701 Red Oak Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28217 - Phone: 704.414.4700

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