Six Flags Magic Mountain Crowd Calendar & Best Days to Visit (2026)
Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, CA is one of the most-visited parks tracked by Parks Radar. This page breaks down when Six Flags Magic Mountain is busiest and least crowded so you can plan your trip around the crowds, then check the live, day-by-day forecast for any date in 2026.
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When is Six Flags Magic Mountain least crowded?
- Weekdays beat weekends. Tuesday through Thursday are typically the calmest days.
- Off-peak weeks: mid-January to early February, late August through September, and the weeks after Thanksgiving before mid-December tend to be lightest.
- Avoid holidays. Steer clear of Christmas/New Year, Thanksgiving week, spring break, and the Fourth of July for the smallest crowds.
When is Six Flags Magic Mountain busiest?
The heaviest crowds hit on major holidays, all summer long, and on weekends year-round.
Crowds spike during its signature seasonal events, when locals and tourists pack in on event days:
Fright FestHoliday in the Park
Six Flags Magic Mountain hours & operating calendar
Six Flags Magic Mountain is open year-round. Daily hours run longest in summer and around major holidays, and shortest on slower weekdays in the off-season.
Hours and crowd levels shift constantly. Parks Radar estimates each day's crowd level against this park's own normal, so you can spot the calm days at a glance. Always confirm hours on the official site before booking.
Magic Mountain visitor guide
Quick, useful details for planning your day. Hours, prices and dates change, so confirm on the official site before you book.
Magic Mountain rides & height requirements
Here are some of the headline rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain and the minimum height to ride each one:
- X2 (48 in)
- Twisted Colossus (48 in)
- Tatsu (54 in)
- Goliath (48 in)
- Full Throttle (54 in)
Heights can change between seasons, so always confirm at the ride entrance. See live wait times and the full ride list with height requirements on the Parks Radar live forecast.
Visiting Magic Mountain: hours, parking & getting there
Roughly 10:30am to 6pm weekdays and to 8pm weekends; open year-round with extended summer and event hours. Check calendar. General parking is around 40 dollars per car, with preferred options costing more; rates change seasonally.
Six Flags Magic Mountain is located at 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia, CA 91355.
Where to eat, events & tips at Magic Mountain
Where to eat
Popular options include Mooseburger Lodge and Johnny Rockets.
2026 events
- Fright Fest, September 18 to November 1 (separate ticket)
- Holiday in the Park, November 27 to December 31
Tips for your visit
- Apply for the digital Accessibility Card before your visit.
- Reserve a scooter through Scootaround for guaranteed availability.
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2026 crowds, week by week
The Parks Radar model scores every operating day of 2026 for Six Flags Magic Mountain against the park’s own normal, so these are patterns you will not find on the official calendar. Six Flags Magic Mountain is projected to run 365 operating days this year. A crowd index near 100% is a packed day; lower means shorter lines.
The weekend premium. Saturdays at Six Flags Magic Mountain run about 44% busier than a typical weekday, so shifting a visit to midweek is usually the single biggest move you can make on wait times.
Longest calm stretch. Jan 19 to Feb 13 is 26 straight operating days projected at comfortable crowd levels, the best window in 2026 for a relaxed multi-day visit.
The quietest and busiest week of every month
| Month | Quietest week | Busiest week |
|---|---|---|
| January | Jan 26 to Jan 31 (42%) | Jan 1 to Jan 4 (60%) |
| February | Feb 2 to Feb 8 (43%) | Feb 16 to Feb 22 (50%) |
| March | Mar 2 to Mar 8 (49%) | Mar 23 to Mar 29 (65%) |
| April | Apr 27 to Apr 30 (41%) | Apr 1 to Apr 5 (72%) |
| May | May 4 to May 10 (48%) | May 1 to May 3 (58%) |
| June | Jun 29 to Jun 30 (51%) | Jun 22 to Jun 28 (58%) |
| July | Jul 27 to Jul 31 (61%) | Jul 1 to Jul 5 (86%) |
| August | Aug 31 (57%) | Aug 1 to Aug 2 (75%) |
| September | Sep 28 to Sep 30 (43%) | Sep 1 to Sep 6 (55%) |
| October | Oct 26 to Oct 31 (56%) | Oct 1 to Oct 4 (64%) |
| November | Nov 30 (47%) | Nov 23 to Nov 29 (71%) |
| December | Dec 7 to Dec 13 (51%) | Dec 28 to Dec 31 (97%) |
The single quietest day of 2026 is projected to be Tuesday, January 6 at 34%, and the busiest Saturday, July 4 at 100%. For the calmest hours once you are inside, open the live forecast and the ride-by-ride wait planner.
Figures are Parks Radar model projections for the 2026 season, refreshed as live hours and event dates are confirmed. A planning aid, not official park data or a guarantee.
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