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Six Flags and new roller coaster projects have become closely linked in recent years. A new thrill glide coaster is set to arrive at Magic Mountain in Valencia, California, in 2027.

The Vekoma coaster is currently known as “Project 90011.” It was originally scheduled to open in 2026, but that timeline has been pushed back by a year. Construction has not yet begun, though speculation continues as new details emerge. The ride is expected to feature large lift hills, sweeping turns, multiple inversions, and a central location within the park.

The attraction will be a Vekoma Thrill Glider, featuring a suspended motorbike-style design rather than a traditional coaster train. Similar rides already operate in the United Kingdom, China, and the Netherlands, but the concept of riders leaning forward in a motorcycle-style position is new to the United States.



The seating concept is somewhat similar to the upcoming Intamin family coaster, Quantum Accelerator, opening this year at Six Flags New England. While the two rides differ in scale and manufacturer, both feature forward-leaning seating with bike-style handlebars. Unlike the family-friendly Quantum Accelerator, Magic Mountain's Vekoma coaster is designed as a high-intensity thrill ride that combines inverted and suspended coaster elements. Riders will straddle motorbike-style seats suspended from an overhead track that follows the park's hilly terrain.

To make room for the new attraction, Magic Mountain demolished the iconic Golden Bear Theater. The venue, originally known as the Showcase Theater, was renamed in 1993 and hosted a wide range of notable acts, including Sonny and Cher, Van Halen, New Kids on the Block, R.E.M., and Weezer. It also appeared in the 1984 film This Is Spinal Tap.

Although the structure itself has been removed, the park retained the theater's concrete seating, which will be incorporated into the coaster's landscaping. The ride will occupy approximately 3.4 acres and feature a 3,576-foot track designed to simulate an off-road motorcycle adventure across rugged terrain. It will reach a height of 127 feet and a top speed of 58 miles per hour.

While that speed is lower than Magic Mountain's Goliath, which reaches 85 miles per hour and stands 235 feet tall, the new coaster is expected to deliver a different kind of thrill focused on its unique ride experience.

The project is part of a broader $1 billion investment by Six Flags aimed at enhancing guest experiences at its top-performing parks, including Magic Mountain.

Regarding the delay, Six Flags stated, “As we continue to evaluate our construction projects, we've realized that the nature of this attraction means that it will take a bit longer to complete than originally anticipated. To ensure the coaster meets our high standards of innovation, thrills, and safety that you expect and deserve, we have revised the timeline to 2027.”

The new coaster is a key component of a multi-year plan to refresh Magic Mountain's ride lineup and reshape its skyline. It is expected to become one of the most distinctive thrill rides in the United States.

The ride remains unnamed and will be the park's first new coaster since Wonder Woman Flight of Courage debuted in 2022.

While thrill ride fans await its arrival, younger guests will see major changes sooner. Work is already underway on a new attraction in the children's area, formerly known as Bugs Bunny Land. The reimagined Looney Tunes Land is scheduled to open in time for the park's 55th anniversary in summer 2026.



The four-acre area will remain open during a three-phase renovation, though the transformation is extensive. Bugs Bunny will be joined by characters including Daffy Duck, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, and the Tasmanian Devil.

According to Six Flags Director of Construction Dave Evans, the area has not undergone a complete overhaul before and is due for a significant update. The renovation will introduce two new play areas, remove several rides, and retheme five existing attractions. Evans noted that the changes are intended to create a more engaging environment where families can spend more time.

A new Bugs Bunny-themed play area will include a tree structure, tunnel, climbing features, and slides. The Merrie Melodies Merry-Go-Round will also be refurbished to match the updated theme.

Granny's House will be relocated to a central area and expanded with an interactive interior. Wascal's food and beverage location will be updated, with expanded outdoor dining.

Additional attractions include Camp Duck Amuck, where Daffy Duck leads junior rangers through a forest setting, and Daffy's Forest Four-Wheelers, a retheme of Taz's Trucking Company. The Looney Tunes Lodge indoor playground will be redesigned as a mountain cabin with foam flooring.

Road Runner Ridge will allow children to join Wile E. Coyote in pursuit of the Road Runner, with the existing painted tunnel repurposed as a photo backdrop.

Taz-Mania will be reimagined as a chaotic tropical zone, featuring Taz's Tasmanian Train Tours, a rethemed Whistlestop Train, along with Taz's Exploration Trail, a themed treasure hunt experience.

In short, younger guests will have plenty of new experiences to enjoy in 2026, while coaster enthusiasts can look ahead to a highly unique ride debuting in 2027.