Six Flags is set to introduce a roller coaster that will break records at one of its most iconic parks. Construction has already started on the new ride at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey.
The amusement park company revealed plans for the project ahead of this year’s season, with crews currently working on assembling the yet-to-be-named coaster. Photos have surfaced showing workers attaching a purple beam to short concrete pillars. The park also shared a post on Facebook featuring a massive crane reaching into the sky, accompanied by a sarcastic message: “Ahem. Nothing to see here.”
Although details about the coaster remain undisclosed, there are some key facts known so far. The ride is expected to open next year and will be described as “one of the most ambitious projects in park history” by the company. It will be among the tallest coasters globally and promises a “record-breaking multi-launch experience” that will change the park’s skyline. Beyond just offering thrilling rides, the coaster holds deeper significance.
Six Flags Great Adventure has partnered with Project Purple, a nonprofit organisation focused on combating pancreatic cancer. The coaster is named after the charity, and the company has taken steps to support its cause. Together, they are launching fundraising initiatives and other opportunities to assist pancreatic cancer patients and their families until June 1, 2027.
Mike Fehnel, the park president of Six Flags Great Adventure, shared his personal connection to the cause. “This partnership is especially meaningful to me personally, having lost my father to pancreatic cancer,” he said in a press release. “As Project Purple rises on our skyline, we have an opportunity to raise awareness, inspire support and create a meaningful connection between unforgettable experiences and real impact,” he added.
The coaster is being constructed along the newly reimagined Shorline Pier at The Boardwalk. According to Six Flags Great Adventure’s website, the area blends the nostalgia and charm of a perfect summer day at the Jersey Shore. This coaster is part of a broader transformation at the park.
In 2024, the company announced it would retire its Kingda Ka and Green Lantern rides to make way for a “multi-record-breaking launch coaster.” Brian Bacica, then president of Six Flags Great Adventure, acknowledged the difficulty of saying goodbye to beloved attractions. “We understand that saying goodbye to beloved rides can be difficult, and we appreciate our guests’ passion,” he said in a statement. “These changes are an important part of our growth and dedication to delivering exceptional new experiences,” he added.
Kingda Ka, which was once the world’s tallest coaster, was demolished in a controlled implosion in 2025. The structure collapsed within seconds, marking the end of an era for the park.
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