Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Kicks Off 2015 Season Easter Weekend

In addition to debuting a new, 13th roller coaster this year, thrill seekers will get to experience Batman the Ride, backwards for a limited time this summer, park officials announced Tuesday morning. 

Batman riders will be able to "soar" backwards at "juggernaut" speeds through five "gut-wrenching" inversions over 2,700 feet of twisted track from the July 4th weekend to Labor day weekend.

"The ride's intensity is ratcheted way up," said John Fitzgerald, Six Flags Great Adventure President. "Thrill seekers will not want to miss this limited-time opportunity to put their inner 'super hero' to the test."

The park also debuts El Diablo in May. Inspired by Jersey Devil folklore with a Mexican twist, El Diablo features riders sitting in face-to-face seats rocketing forward and backward pendulum style until the train gains enough momentum to complete a full revolution seven stories in the air. The fiery red coaster then kicks into high gear, completing full revolutions until it stops momentarily with riders suspended upside down, and then reverses direction.

"El Diablo is the perfect addition to Plaza del Carnaval, as it appeals to both thrill seekers and families alike. Rides like El Toro and Tango attract a wide audience to this area, which also provides ample opportunities for dining, shopping and relaxation from the excitement of the world's largest theme park," Fitzgerald added.

Riders must meet a 48 inch height requirement to go on El Diablo.

Six Flags Great Adventure opens its 41st season April 3 and 4 with Easter Weekend presented by PEEPS.

On Saturday, April 4, Six Flags will host a special Easter Celebration giving guests the chance to search for candy-filled eggs. The morning event also will include onsite entertainment, games and giveaways. The first 100 guests (toddlers to age 12) to arrive by 9:30 a.m. will receive an egg hunt wristband and up to three spectator wristbands for friends and family members to join in the celebration. All participants and spectators must have valid park admission to receive a wristband. The event will take place at 10 a.m., prior to park opening.

Tickets, operating hours, park information and special events can be found at www.sixflags.com/greatadventure.