Southern California Edison restored electricity to Six Flags Magic Mountain on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, after a power outage delayed the park’s scheduled opening. The 200‑acre amusement complex in Valencia, near Santa Clarita, typically begins operations at 10:30 a.m., but the outage kept rides and attractions offline until power was returned at approximately 12:15 p.m.
Park officials confirmed that the interruption prevented guests from entering the venue at the usual time. Workers remained on site while crews from the utility company worked to isolate the issue and re‑energize the park’s electrical system. By early afternoon, power was fully restored, allowing staff to conduct safety checks and prepare rides for public use.
The delay added roughly one hour and forty‑five minutes to the park’s opening schedule. Visitors who arrived before the outage were asked to wait until power was reestablished. Once electricity returned, the park resumed normal operations, and attractions began operating under standard safety protocols.
Southern California Edison did not release details about the cause of the outage, but the rapid response ensured that service was reinstated before the afternoon peak period. Six Flags Magic Mountain’s management noted that the park’s extensive infrastructure, spanning 200 acres, required coordinated effort to verify that all systems were functional before welcoming guests.
The incident underscores the reliance of large entertainment venues on reliable power supplies. While the outage postponed the morning opening, the park’s ability to restore service within a few hours minimized disruption for the day’s visitors.