Six Flags Great America · Operating
Up, Up & Away
Balloon tower · Kiddie Kingdom
Photo: Six Flags Great America · Official park / manufacturer media
Up, Up & Away operates at Six Flags Great America among the park’s non-coaster attractions in Gurnee, Illinois.
At a glance
Key facts for Up, Up & Away.
Type
Thrill ride
Status
Operating
Subtype
Balloon tower
Land
Park
Specifications
Sourced stats for Up, Up & Away.
Ride profile
Thrill ride · Balloon tower
- kids
Experience
Balloon tower
Specs source: sixflags.com
History
Sourced timeline and background for Up, Up & Away.
Timeline
Up, Up & Away operating
Background
Up, Up & Away remains part of Six Flags Great America’s operating attractions inventory on the official park site.
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Sources & official links
We link out to parks, manufacturers, and the pages where facts and media come from.
- Up, Up & Away — official ride pagesixflags.com(opens in a new tab)
- Six Flags Great America — official sitesixflags.com(opens in a new tab)
- Six Flags Great America on Coaster AtlasPark page
- Full Six Flags Great America rosterCoasters and other rides
- Hero photo (Six Flags Great America · Official park / manufacturer media)Image license & attribution(opens in a new tab)
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Planning a theme park day
Arrive with a short list, a break plan, and realistic walk times — especially at large regional parks.
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What to bring on a park day
A short packing list that protects your phone, comfort, and ride time — without turning you into a walking luggage cart.
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How to split a huge lineup across two days without burning out — or missing your must-rides.