Arlington officials confirmed Tuesday that Six Flags Entertainment Corporation will relocate its corporate headquarters to the city in 2027. The move shifts the company’s central office from its current North Carolina location to the space it has occupied at Choctaw Stadium since the 2024 merger with Cedar Fair.
Local leaders welcome the return
Mayor Jim Ross praised the decision, calling Arlington an “outstanding location” with a business‑friendly environment. Ross said the city has been preparing for the move for some time and expects a “good number of employees” to return to the area that first hosted Six Flags Over Texas in 1961.
“We are very excited that they’ve chosen to consolidate everybody and bring the entire headquarters back for the whole corporate group, which is even larger than the original Six Flags, back here to Arlington,” Ross told the Arlington Report.
Company rationale
John Reilly, president and CEO of Six Flags, highlighted the central location and talent pool of the Dallas‑Fort Worth metroplex as key factors. In a news release he said, “Its central location and business‑friendly environment make it a strong base for our company. Bringing our corporate teams together in the office will improve collaboration, strengthen our culture, and enhance support for our parks and resorts.”
Reilly added that the Arlington site gives leadership direct access to park operations and the region’s workforce, supporting the company’s strategic growth plans across North America.
Impact on the local economy
The relocation will move employees who previously worked in Ohio and the Carolinas back to Texas, adding to the city’s employment base. Ross noted that the move aligns with Arlington’s broader economic development goals and will help retain talent within the metro area.
Six Flags currently operates five parks in Texas, and the headquarters’ proximity to Six Flags Over Texas is expected to improve coordination between corporate leadership and park management.
Recent park investments
Six Flags’ recent investment in its Arlington park includes the July debut of Tormenta Rampaging Run, a giga‑dive coaster that holds several world records. Ross said the company’s “longstanding commitment” to the park is evident in the “beautification” projects, upgraded restrooms, and refreshed dining venues.
“The beautification of the park, not just with tens of millions of dollars they put into Tormenta, but also with the upgrade of all of the restrooms, the restaurants, everything that you’re seeing go on out there is just spectacular,” Ross said.
Looking ahead
With the headquarters move slated for next year, Six Flags expects to solidify its presence in the region and continue expanding its entertainment offerings. The company’s decision underscores Arlington’s appeal as a hub for large‑scale businesses seeking a supportive, centrally located environment.
Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.
