BigBomer Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I noticed the season passes are available and on sale... I am going the weekend of April 27-29. If i purchase the season pass now when does it expire? No matter when you purchase it, it expires at the end of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visualmusic Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Hotel booked Season passes purchased Can't wait! So I read about a few other things maybe you guys can clarify... Offsite parking that runs about $5-$10? I read some are a longer walk some a closer walk? Park opening around 30 min early to keep the incoming crowds flowing? (I plan on making good timing regardless but this would be great) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernierocker Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 (edited) There are some paid parking lots (including the Wingate Hotel which has some dedicated paid parking) on the first road to your right as you go under the interstate. I think it is called S. Service Road or something like that. Basically, you head towards the Wingate and the parking lots are on both sides. Obviously, the further down that road you go, the further you will have to walk. We stayed at the Wingate before and it is actually a quicker walk to the front gate than the regular parking due to the location of the entrance. Edited February 26, 2013 by ernierocker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewRnR Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 ^ I second the Wingate suggestion. It's really nice (for what it is) and you can be at the park in 5-10 minutes depending on how fast you walk. Factor in the cost of parking and the free "breakfast" you get and it is usually a pretty good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjune4991 Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 My face when I find out I will be in Atlanta 3 days before opening day. Haven't been here in over 7 years and I really want to get back soon. Hopefully there can be another Deep South Bash that I can attend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aceattack52 Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 So I read about a few other things maybe you guys can clarify... Offsite parking that runs about $5-$10? I read some are a longer walk some a closer walk? Park opening around 30 min early to keep the incoming crowds flowing? (I plan on making good timing regardless but this would be great) Your information on the offsite parking is correct. The Wingate has is for $10 for all day and if you go just to the next hotel past the Wingate, the Howard Johnson has parking for $5 for the whole day as well and it is basically the same distance from the park as the Wingate. (hlaf the price for almost literally the same lot) It's only a 5 minute walk, max. That's what we do whenever we go because $30 or whatever they charge for parking is insane. If you park at the hotel, I would say it is actually about the same walking distance as if you parked your car in the regular Six Flags lot, that's just how close it is. As for the park opening early, I haven't heard anything, ever, of the park opening early to better control the crowds. If you heard somewhere else, I would actually be interested in seeing that source because that's something I might want to do sometime. Or I would at least want to know to get there 30 minutes early. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krandor Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 So I read about a few other things maybe you guys can clarify... Offsite parking that runs about $5-$10? I read some are a longer walk some a closer walk? Park opening around 30 min early to keep the incoming crowds flowing? (I plan on making good timing regardless but this would be great) As for the park opening early, I haven't heard anything, ever, of the park opening early to better control the crowds. If you heard somewhere else, I would actually be interested in seeing that source because that's something I might want to do sometime. Or I would at least want to know to get there 30 minutes early. if you have the gold season pass, one of the perks listed for this year is early access to the park. i contacted them to find out what that means and they said they woudl allow gold pass holders in 10 minutes before general opening. So if somebody was talking about letting people in early that MIGHT me what they were talking about but it isn't to control crowds, but just a perk for the higher level season pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aceattack52 Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 So I read about a few other things maybe you guys can clarify... Offsite parking that runs about $5-$10? I read some are a longer walk some a closer walk? Park opening around 30 min early to keep the incoming crowds flowing? (I plan on making good timing regardless but this would be great) As for the park opening early, I haven't heard anything, ever, of the park opening early to better control the crowds. If you heard somewhere else, I would actually be interested in seeing that source because that's something I might want to do sometime. Or I would at least want to know to get there 30 minutes early. if you have the gold season pass, one of the perks listed for this year is early access to the park. i contacted them to find out what that means and they said they woudl allow gold pass holders in 10 minutes before general opening. So if somebody was talking about letting people in early that MIGHT me what they were talking about but it isn't to control crowds, but just a perk for the higher level season pass. Have they done anything like this in the past-I've never heard I then doing anything like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 The park will generally open the front gates 15-20 minutes prior to posted opening time. Guests would be allowed in the Promenade, British and Georgia Sections at this time, with the rest of the park being accessible at the posted opening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krandor Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 So I read about a few other things maybe you guys can clarify... Offsite parking that runs about $5-$10? I read some are a longer walk some a closer walk? Park opening around 30 min early to keep the incoming crowds flowing? (I plan on making good timing regardless but this would be great) As for the park opening early, I haven't heard anything, ever, of the park opening early to better control the crowds. If you heard somewhere else, I would actually be interested in seeing that source because that's something I might want to do sometime. Or I would at least want to know to get there 30 minutes early. if you have the gold season pass, one of the perks listed for this year is early access to the park. i contacted them to find out what that means and they said they woudl allow gold pass holders in 10 minutes before general opening. So if somebody was talking about letting people in early that MIGHT me what they were talking about but it isn't to control crowds, but just a perk for the higher level season pass. Have they done anything like this in the past-I've never heard I then doing anything like this. It is a new perk this year. In fact, I think the gold pass itself is new this year. From the national site. The VIP entry is the early entry provision. Introducing the Gold Pass Most Six Flags parks have just launched the new GOLD PASS which includes FREE free parking with every pass, good at all Six Flags Theme Parks. You'll also get VIP entry into the park and an extra Bring-A-Friend Free ticket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aceattack52 Posted March 8, 2013 Share Posted March 8, 2013 So I read about a few other things maybe you guys can clarify... Offsite parking that runs about $5-$10? I read some are a longer walk some a closer walk? Park opening around 30 min early to keep the incoming crowds flowing? (I plan on making good timing regardless but this would be great) As for the park opening early, I haven't heard anything, ever, of the park opening early to better control the crowds. If you heard somewhere else, I would actually be interested in seeing that source because that's something I might want to do sometime. Or I would at least want to know to get there 30 minutes early. if you have the gold season pass, one of the perks listed for this year is early access to the park. i contacted them to find out what that means and they said they woudl allow gold pass holders in 10 minutes before general opening. So if somebody was talking about letting people in early that MIGHT me what they were talking about but it isn't to control crowds, but just a perk for the higher level season pass. Have they done anything like this in the past-I've never heard I then doing anything like this. It is a new perk this year. In fact, I think the gold pass itself is new this year. From the national site. The VIP entry is the early entry provision. Introducing the Gold Pass Most Six Flags parks have just launched the new GOLD PASS which includes FREE free parking with every pass, good at all Six Flags Theme Parks. You'll also get VIP entry into the park and an extra Bring-A-Friend Free ticket. Does anyone know if this is going on at any other Six Flags parks too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBomer Posted March 8, 2013 Share Posted March 8, 2013 So I read about a few other things maybe you guys can clarify... Offsite parking that runs about $5-$10? I read some are a longer walk some a closer walk? Park opening around 30 min early to keep the incoming crowds flowing? (I plan on making good timing regardless but this would be great) As for the park opening early, I haven't heard anything, ever, of the park opening early to better control the crowds. If you heard somewhere else, I would actually be interested in seeing that source because that's something I might want to do sometime. Or I would at least want to know to get there 30 minutes early. if you have the gold season pass, one of the perks listed for this year is early access to the park. i contacted them to find out what that means and they said they woudl allow gold pass holders in 10 minutes before general opening. So if somebody was talking about letting people in early that MIGHT me what they were talking about but it isn't to control crowds, but just a perk for the higher level season pass. Have they done anything like this in the past-I've never heard I then doing anything like this. It is a new perk this year. In fact, I think the gold pass itself is new this year. From the national site. The VIP entry is the early entry provision. Introducing the Gold Pass Most Six Flags parks have just launched the new GOLD PASS which includes FREE free parking with every pass, good at all Six Flags Theme Parks. You'll also get VIP entry into the park and an extra Bring-A-Friend Free ticket. Does anyone know if this is going on at any other Six Flags parks too? All of them, if I'm not mistaken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krandor Posted March 8, 2013 Share Posted March 8, 2013 So I read about a few other things maybe you guys can clarify... Offsite parking that runs about $5-$10? I read some are a longer walk some a closer walk? Park opening around 30 min early to keep the incoming crowds flowing? (I plan on making good timing regardless but this would be great) As for the park opening early, I haven't heard anything, ever, of the park opening early to better control the crowds. If you heard somewhere else, I would actually be interested in seeing that source because that's something I might want to do sometime. Or I would at least want to know to get there 30 minutes early. if you have the gold season pass, one of the perks listed for this year is early access to the park. i contacted them to find out what that means and they said they woudl allow gold pass holders in 10 minutes before general opening. So if somebody was talking about letting people in early that MIGHT me what they were talking about but it isn't to control crowds, but just a perk for the higher level season pass. Have they done anything like this in the past-I've never heard I then doing anything like this. It is a new perk this year. In fact, I think the gold pass itself is new this year. From the national site. The VIP entry is the early entry provision. Introducing the Gold Pass Most Six Flags parks have just launched the new GOLD PASS which includes FREE free parking with every pass, good at all Six Flags Theme Parks. You'll also get VIP entry into the park and an extra Bring-A-Friend Free ticket. Does anyone know if this is going on at any other Six Flags parks too? it is just about all of them, if not all of them. I got the gold pass for the free parking (which can add up over a season) but the 10 minutes early entry is a petty nice additional perk. I will definitely take advantage of that next Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Her0ofLime Posted March 8, 2013 Share Posted March 8, 2013 So do we have any more SkyScreamer construction yet? I hope it's done before Easter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirspanky53 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Finally see skyscreamer from i-20 its getting tall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Her0ofLime Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Finally see skyscreamer from i-20 its getting tall. Awesome, looks like it will be done by then, anyone have any photos? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFOGdude25 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Who is going to be at opening day this weekend? I'll be there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patch Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 We were planning on going this weekend, but I now have a six hour rehearsal Saturday and Sunday so there goes that idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aceattack52 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Who is going to be at opening day this weekend? I'll be there! Let us know how the crowds are; I hear its usually horrendous on opening weekend. Especially with the nice weather we've been having lately. It's going to be 70 again this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simaticable Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 I still think SkyScreamer should be opening Memorial Day Weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFOGdude25 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Who is going to be at opening day this weekend? I'll be there! Let us know how the crowds are; I hear its usually horrendous on opening weekend. Especially with the nice weather we've been having lately. It's going to be 70 again this weekend. Will do. SFOG tends to attract a LOT of school/church groups that come in by the bus load early in the season. Everybody and their mom will probably be there Saturday. Hopefully Sunday won't be AS bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krandor Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Who is going to be at opening day this weekend? I'll be there! I plan to be there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krandor Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Who is going to be at opening day this weekend? I'll be there! Let us know how the crowds are; I hear its usually horrendous on opening weekend. Especially with the nice weather we've been having lately. It's going to be 70 again this weekend. Will do. SFOG tends to attract a LOT of school/church groups that come in by the bus load early in the season. Everybody and their mom will probably be there Saturday. Hopefully Sunday won't be AS bad. I think I saw there is some cheerleading thing going on for the 16th as well so there is a huge group right there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aceattack52 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Who is going to be at opening day this weekend? I'll be there! Let us know how the crowds are; I hear its usually horrendous on opening weekend. Especially with the nice weather we've been having lately. It's going to be 70 again this weekend. Will do. SFOG tends to attract a LOT of school/church groups that come in by the bus load early in the season. Everybody and their mom will probably be there Saturday. Hopefully Sunday won't be AS bad. I thought the same thing last season, but it almost seems as if Saturdays are less crowded. There are a lot more church groups there on Sunday. They probably have their service in the morning and then everyone gets on the bus and heads over there. The other thing is that the kids that play sports will most likely have a game on a Saturday rather than a Sunday. So hopefully the families that would be willing to go would want to go on a Sunday rather than go on a Saturday and miss their son or daughter's sporting event. No doubt it's probably going to be crowded on opening day; my advice would be to hit Goliath and then go back to Superman first. Those are the most crowded at any point during the day. Mindbender is a great ride and what's really nice is that there won't be many people wanting to ride it later in the day, from about 4 o'clock on, so I would wait for Mindbender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFOGdude25 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Yeah, all the B&M coasters tend to be the major crowd pullers. I plan on getting there pretty early (I like to be at the gate at least 45ish minutes before opening). That should help me get a few early rides in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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