Between the Lines Blog | California's Great America

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Season Passes On Sale Now

Season Passes available now. Get season-long access, free parking and more!
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Preferred Hotels

Discover the best rates on area lodging and accommodations and special ticket packages to Great America!
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South Bay Shores Waterpark

Northern California’s premier amusement park is bigger, better and wetter than ever in 2021.

RailBlazer

Great America’s groundbreaking single-rail steel coaster.
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Calendar & Hours

Don't miss a minute of the fun! You'll find all of the calendars and hours for Great America here.

Reopening Protocols

Learn essential information for what to do before you leave home, what you’ll see and experience when you arrive, and how to make the most of your visit—safely—while you’re here.

Fun

Take a Front-Seat Virtual Ride on Patriot

Take a virtual ride aboard Patriot! With multiple loops and turns, it's a favorite for Bay Area thrill seekers.

By Danny Messinger |

January 14, 2021

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