Events: Arizona - Phoenix - Scottsdale

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix and Coca-Cola Partner

to Host the Ultimate Tailgate Party Feb. 11

A Portion of Ticket Sales to Benefit Special Olympics Arizona and feature a Polar Plunge

PHOENIX — December 22, 2022 — Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix, Arizona’s largest water park, today announced a partnership with Coca-Cola for the 2023 season. To kick off the partnership Six Flags will host a Tailgate Party at Hurricane Harbor Phoenix on Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event will feature live music, gaming and a plethora of tailgating activities for the entire family. While the park’s water features will not be open due to the chilly weather, Special Olympics Arizona will host a Polar Plunge, and a portion of each ticket sale will benefit the beloved local non-profit.

“Our goal is to continually enhance the experience of our loyal Six Flags guests,” said Donald Spiller, General Manager of Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix. “We’re delighted to offer Coca-Cola at the park for our 2023 season and invite guests to celebrate this new partnership at our February tailgating extravaganza.”

The Six Flags Hurricane Harbor/Coca-Cola tailgate party will include:

·        Live music from local artists and DJs

·        Food trucks and in-park beverages for the classic tailgating culinary experience

·        A Mobile esports Gaming Truck – an enormous 80-foot long, 35-ton semi-tractor trailer that transforms into a competition stage and broadcast truck allowing guests to test their skills and compete in mini esports tournaments with state-of-the-art equipment

·        Inflatables and games for all ages like cornhole, quarterback toss, field goal kick, obstacle course, a face painting station and more

·        Athlete Appearances

·        Pep Rally with Arizona Element Elite cheerleaders and Special Olympics Arizona’s Cheer Squad. gold medal winners at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games

·        Polar Plunge with Special Olympics Arizona

“Fans can quench their thirst with a refreshing Coca-Cola beverage and flex their skills in a variety of fun pop-up challenges, enjoy delicious food, great live music and even choose to brave the chilly February water for a polar plunge to show support for Special Olympics Arizona,” said Rachel Chahal, Director, Amusement Partnerships for The Coca-Cola Company.

“Coca-Cola and Six Flags have been wonderful supporters of Special Olympics and we’re grateful to again partner with them through such an exhilarating tailgate experience,” shared Special Olympics Arizona President and CEO Jamie Heckerman. “There will be great music, food, games and the perfect opportunity to show support for our Special Olympics Arizona athletes during the polar plunge!”

General Admission Tickets will be priced at $20 with a portion of each ticket sale benefitting Special Olympics Arizona. Plus, the event will offer free parking for attendees! Learn more about the upcoming tailgating experience and purchase tickets at sixflags.com/phoenix

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About Special Olympics Arizona

Special Olympics Arizona (SOAZ), a state-wide non-profit organization, provides high-quality training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities in all geographic areas of Arizona. Since 1968, Special Olympics has provided an inclusive culture that stresses athletic excellence, rewards determination, emphasizes health and celebrates personal achievement. Through Special Olympics sports training and competition, children and adults with intellectual disabilities reach their full potential and experience inclusion in their communities every day. www.specialolympicsarizona.org.

About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of water parks in North America, with 27 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For 60 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions. Six Flags is committed to creating an inclusive environment that fully embraces the diversity of our team members and guests. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com.

About Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix

Set on more than 35 acres in North Phoenix in the Adobe Dam Regional Park on Pinnacle Peak Road, near I-17, the Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix water park is the largest theme park in Arizona. The park features two of the top slides in the nation including the world’s first, gravity-defying, dueling water coaster, plus a variety of other rides, slides and attractions for all ages to enjoy. The waterpark is operated as a concessionaire of the Maricopa County Parks. For more information on park hours, slides, attractions and admission prices, visitwww.sixflags.com/phoenix or call 623-201-2000.