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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Reviewing Every Booth at Seven Seas Food Festival 2025, Rescue Jr. Now Open at SeaWorld San Antonio
The Seven Seas Food Festival has made its return to SeaWorld San Antonio now through May 18. The annual event features more than 60 cuisine offerings from all over the world, along with dozens of beer, wine and cocktail selections. Themed entertainment, including Baile Folklorico and the Japanese Living Garden, can also be found throughout the park. New for 2025, the Rescue Jr. children's area has debuted. Younger visitors can explore new rides like Seabird Swing, Ocean Quest Express and Beach Rescue Racer, SeaWorld's newest roller coaster.
Fiesta Texas Celebrates ¡Viva la Fiesta! with Knott's Berry Farm-Inspired Food & New Entertainment
¡Viva la Fiesta! has returned to Six Flags Fiesta Texas on select dates now through May 4. This year's event sees a refresh on food offerings, which highlights boysenberry items from Knott's Berry Farm and additional sweets. New entertainment, such as Sonido 7 in Texas State Square and Rockville Beach Party, make their debut alongside returning favorites. Join us for a jam-packed look at ¡Viva la Fiesta! with food reviews and more.
Major Upgrades Coming to Sangerfest Halle, DC Universe During the Day at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Six Flags Fiesta Texas continues their focus on dining-related upgrades with another phase of changes coming to Sangerfest Halle. Soon enough, Sangerfest Halle's serving area will reopen with a new kitchen, refill stations and menu offerings. The change will also open up the dining area to additional seating. Pete's Eats recently underwent renovations and has reopened. Six new drink refill stations are also scheduled to open this season. We also take a look at Six Flags Fiesta Texas' DC Universe in action during the day and discuss other park projects.
¡Viva la Fiesta! Returns with Elevated Food & More Shows | Opening Weekend at Six Flags Over Texas
¡Viva la Fiesta! has returned to Six Flags Over Texas on weekends through May 4. Join us for a full review of the event's opening weekend, including a look at their executive chef's latest food creation from La Cantina. We also check out exclusive event merch, enjoy Ballet Folklorico and mariachi performances and explore the vibrant decor and photo ops that span from Silver Star Mall through the Mexico section.
Serious Building & Dining Upgrades Under Way at Six Flags Over Texas | April 2025 Updates
It has been two months since our last visit to Six Flags Over Texas and tons of significant dining and beautification projects are under way at the park. Major work is happening near the front gate, buildings are being demolished and restaurants are undergoing full remodels. On top of this, paint refreshes continue on both Titan and Sidewinder rides. Now that the park has added an executive chef to their team, new food is rolling out at multiple dining locations. We've never seen this many projects happening at once across the park!
Nickelodeon Universe American Dream 2025 Tour & Review | Is It Worth The Price?
Originally opened in 2019 at American Dream retail and entertainment complex in New Jersey, Nickelodeon Universe is an indoor theme park featuring five roller coasters and over fifteen family friendly rides and attractions. Join us for an in-depth tour of the park, including an honest review of our experience.
¡Viva La Fiesta! Cultural Celebration Returns to Six Flags Over Texas April 5
Beginning this weekend and operating each Saturday and Sunday through May 4, Six Flags Over Texas welcomes back ¡Viva la Fiesta! The cultural celebration returns with authentic food offerings, lively music and traditional dances from Latin America and the Caribbean. ¡Viva la Fiesta! is a great way to make memories with your friends and family in a vibrant atmosphere filled with captivating sights, lively sounds and mouthwatering flavors.
Riding The Flash: Vertical Velocity at Six Flags Great Adventure | America's First Super Boomerang!
Six Flags Great Adventure is set to launch a highly anticipated addition to its collection of world-class attractions: The Flash: Vertical Velocity. Opening this spring, the park’s newest roller coaster promises to deliver an unforgettable ride, combining forward and backward launches, four intense inversions, 10 airtime moments and a top speed of 60 mph. The combination of these exhilarating elements marks America’s first “super boomerang” coaster.
Viva La Fiesta at Six Flags Fiesta Texas: A Family-Friendly Celebration of San Antonio’s Rich Culture
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is joining in the celebration of San Antonio’s beloved Fiesta with its own Viva La Fiesta family-friendly event, bringing the vibrant spirit of the city’s annual festival to life at the park. On weekends and select dates from April 5 through May 4, guests can immerse themselves in festive fun within a theme park setting, enjoy incredible live performances throughout the park, indulge in mouthwatering Fiesta food and experience a variety of rides, all while celebrating the heart of San Antonio’s traditions and creating lasting memories.
Herschend to Acquire Palace Entertainment’s U.S. Attractions from Parques Reunidos
Herschend and Parques Reunidos have signed a definitive agreement under which Herschend will acquire all of Palace Entertainment’s U.S. entertainment properties from Parques Reunidos. This agreement represents a significant milestone for both organizations—supporting Herschend’s strategic expansion in family entertainment and hospitality while allowing Parques Reunidos to reinforce its strategic focus on its core European market.
Six Flags Over Texas Opens Daily for Spring Break
With school out and warm weather in the forecast, this week, all roads lead to Six Flags Over Texas. Open daily from March 13 to 23, Spring Break at Six Flags Over Texas becomes unforgettable with nonstop fun for guests of all ages who want to conquer world-class roller coasters, discover new menu options and enjoy family-friendly entertainment.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas Unveils the Ultimate Spring Break Celebration: New DC Universe, Mardi Gras and Culinary Delights
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is making Spring Break 2025 the biggest and most exciting yet with thrilling new attractions and an exciting culinary transformation. From March 8 through 17 and March 21 through 23, guests can enjoy an action-packed lineup that includes the largest DC Universe themed area at any amusement park in the United States, the largest Mardi Gras Festival in Texas (through March 16) and a variety of new food experiences, all in one epic celebration.
Six Flags Over Texas Introduces First-Ever Executive Chef and Enhanced Dining Options for 2025 Season
Six Flags Over Texas is introducing brand-new menus offering fresh ingredients, homemade dishes, healthy options and for the first-time, smoked-in-house meats with the help of the park’s first-ever executive chef. Internationally renowned chef Douwe Iedema brings more than 25 years of culinary mastery to elevate the dining experience for park guests.
DC Universe Expansion Opens at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, First Look at Three New Rides!
Six Flags Fiesta Texas recently unveiled their new DC Universe expansion with rethemed attractions and the addition of three new rides. New for DC Universe is Cyborg: Cyber Revolution, the Shazam! Tower of Eternity drop tower and the Metropolis Transit Authority elevated train ride. Theme refreshes are abundant with the debut of Batgirl Coaster Chase, Poison Ivy Toxic Spin and more. This first look takes you into the all-new DC Universe, along with closer looks at stations and on-ride views.
SeaWorld San Antonio Announces March 8th Opening Date of Rescue Jr.
SeaWorld San Antonio announced today the grand opening date of Rescue Jr., an immersive, kid-friendly adventure zone designed to inspire and entertain guests of all ages. The new attraction will open March 8 and offer thrilling rides and interactive play areas that highlight SeaWorld’s rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation efforts.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas to Unveil the Largest DC Universe Themed Area at Any Amusement Park in the U.S.
On March 1, Six Flags Fiesta Texas will make history with the grand opening of the largest DC Universe themed area at any amusement park in the United States. This Texas-sized expansion will take guests into the iconic world of DC like never before, where they’ll experience unparalleled thrills, meet legendary DC Super Heroes and DC Super-Villains, and enjoy cutting-edge attractions for fans of all ages.
New Details Emerge for Record-Breaking Dive Coaster, Titan Repaint Continues at Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas recently filed multiple permits with the FAA for the start of construction on their new 2026 dive coaster. The permits include a record-breaking 309 feet tall structure with construction starting as early as March 1. Other updates around the park include the final pieces of La Vibora being demolished and removed, changes at front gate and in Gotham City, the continuation of Titan's fresh paint job and other ride refurbishments.
Recent FAA Filings Point to a Record-Breaking Drop for 2026 Dive Coaster
Though Six Flags Over Texas has not yet shared statistics for their 2026 dive coaster addition, recent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) filings point to the attraction potentially having a record-breaking first drop. Several filings, all located on or near the former site of La Vibora, describe structures for an amusement park ride that will exceed 300 feet tall.
The Biggest (& Best) Mardi Gras Festival Ever, Six Flags Fiesta Texas | 2025 Event & Food Review
Mardi Gras Festival has returned to Six Flags Fiesta Texas and we can confirm that it is bigger and better than ever! Running now through mid-March, this year's event features tons of new entertainment offerings, the return of an expanded Mardi Gras Parade and new and returning food and beverage favorites. Join us for an in-depth look at this year's Mardi Gras Festival event.
New DC Universe Rides Testing at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Major Dining Changes Coming Soon
All three of Six Flags Fiesta Texas' new DC Universe rides have been seen testing, with us catching Cyborg: Cyber Revolution and Shazam! Tower of Eternity in action. Near the front of the work, Goliath continues its transformation into the Chupacabra roller coaster with a refresh of the entry portal fountain. In Rockville, tons of dining changes are coming soon, including a ground-up remodel of Pete's Eats and new drink refill stations.