| Not to be confused with Colossus County Fair or Country Fair. |
The Great Midwest Livestock Expedition and County Fair, also known as simply County Fair, is a themed area at Six Flags Great America. It is the biggest area in the park in terms of number of attractions. The area opened with Great America on May 29, 1976.
History[]
Marriott era (1976-1983)[]
On May 29, 1976, County Fair opened as one of Great America's six original themed areas. County Fair opened with five rides: Turn of the Century, a looping steel roller coaster by Vekoma; Fiddler's Fling, a scrambler-style ride; the Ameri-Go-Round, a carousel for kids; and the Great America Raceway.
For the park's second season in 1977, the Hay Baler opened. This flat ride was located in a themed barn.
In 1981, American Eagle opened. This racing wooden roller coaster by Intamin was the first of its kind.
Six Flags era (1984-present)[]
For the 1997 season, Dare Devil Dive was introduced. It is a Skycoaster attraction similar to those found at many other Six Flags parks.
In 2004, Revolution opened.
In 2009, Buccaneer Battle opened. It is a pirate-themed water battle ride, where guests board pirate ships that sail through a bay.
For the 2012 season, X-Flight opened.
For the 2014 season, Goliath opened.
Sky Striker was announced to open for the 2024 season.
County Fair In 1986
Attractions[]
Upcoming[]
- Sky Striker (opening in 2023)
Current[]
- Demon (opened 1976; originally known as "Turn of the Century" from 1976-1979)
- Fiddler's Fling (opened 1976)
- Scenic Railway (opened 1976)
- American Eagle (opened 1981)
- X-Flight (opened 2012)
- Goliath (opened 2014)
Former[]
- Sky Whirl (1976-2001)
- Ameri-Go-Round (1976-2003)
- Great America Raceway (1976-2010)
- Hay Baler (1977-2000)
- Splashwater Falls (1986-2007)
- Dare Devil Dive (1997-2022)
- Déjà Vu (2001-2008)
- Buccaneer Battle (2009-2021)
- Sky Trail (2010-2014)
- Revolution (2004-2023)
Shops[]
Current[]
- X Gear
- Thrillseekers
- S.F. Kidz
- Leather Xcessories
Former[]
- Shirt Shop
- The Dug Out
- County Fair Hats
- Pit Stop Clothing Co.
Dining[]
Current[]
- Totally Kickin' Chicken (next to Demon)
- Johnny Rockets
- Funnel Cake Foundry
- Demon Funnel Cake & Snacks
- Cotton Candy Factory
- Sticky Fingers
- Goliath Snacks
- Kidzopolis Snacks
- X-Flight Snacks
- Drizzle Cheesecakes
Former[]
- Great American Hot Dog
- Farmer's Market
- Pizza Luigi
- Sticky Fingers
- Wascal's
- Bleachers Sports Grill
- Wolf's Den Snacks
- Demon Nacho
- Totally Kickin' Chicken (next to Dare Devil Dive)
Kidzopolis[]
- Main article: Kidzopolis (Six Flags Great America)
County Fair Food Court[]
- Main article: County Fair Food Court
A food court containing eight different restaurants.
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