Six Flags Expands Chaperone Policy Nationwide

Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois, and its sister water park Hurricane Harbor are reinstating a chaperone policy starting July 17, requiring guests aged 15 and under to be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years old. The policy will be enforced all day from July 17 through July 20, then from 5 p.m. to closing hours thereafter, with the possibility of earlier enforcement as needed. Chaperones must show valid government-issued photo ID, remain in the park, and can supervise up to 10 minors, who will be removed from the park if not properly supervised during restricted hours. The updates follow a recent shooting incident in the Great America parking lot with no injuries reported, as well as ongoing concerns about safety and unruly behavior. Similar chaperone requirements are being introduced at Six Flags parks nationwide, including Six Flags St. Louis, in response to these issues. Guests 16 and older may be asked to show ID to verify their age.