Montreal’s La Ronde amusement park bought by EPR from Six Flags

Montreal’s La Ronde amusement park has been acquired by EPR Properties, a real estate investment trust based in Kansas City, U.S., according to a press release issued Thursday.

It is set to be managed by La Ronde Operations Inc., owned by Kieran Burke, whose companies also oversee the Village Vacances Valcartier resorts in Quebec City, as well as Calypso and Wet’n’Wild in Ontario.

“I have a special affection for La Ronde, having attended Expo ’67 as a child,” said Burke.

“While serving as chairman and chief executive officer of Six Flags, I negotiated the lease with the City of Montreal and managed this park for several years. I am very proud to take on its management and operation in the years ahead, with a commitment to respecting the traditions and rich history that are so dear to Montrealers and to visitors from around the world.”

EPR noted Thursday that it has “entered into definitive agreements to acquire a portfolio of seven amusement parks” in the United States and Canada from Six Flags Entertainment Corporation for a gross transactional value of $342 million USD.

La Ronde is the only Canadian park in the transaction.

The others include:

• Worlds of Fun Amusement & Waterpark in Kansas City, MO
• Valleyfair Amusement & Waterpark in Minneapolis, MN
• Six Flags St. Louis Amusement & Waterpark in St. Louis, MO
• Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston in Galveston TX
• Michigan’s Adventure Amusement & Waterpark in Grand Rapids, MI
• Six Flags Great Escape Amusement & Waterpark in Queensbury, NY

EPR points out that the seven parks comprise more than 1,600 acres, 418 attractions and draw 4.5 million annual visitors.

Officials insist that “no immediate organizational changes are planned, and visitors can expect La Ronde to remain the park they know and love.”

Additionally, season passes already sold, including multi-park privileges for La Ronde and other Six Flags parks, are expected to be honoured for the 2026 season.

“La Ronde holds an important place in Quebec’s entertainment landscape,” said Burke. “Our priority is to ensure a smooth transition and to continue developing the park while respecting its identity and local roots.”

Further announcements are set to be made once the transaction between EPR and Six Flags is complete.