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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
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.
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.
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.
The Biggest Mardi Gras Festival in Texas Returns to Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Mardi Gras Festival, now Texas’ largest Mardi Gras celebration, running select dates from January 18 through March 16. This year’s event promises to be the most spectacular yet with the largest Mardi Gras Parade in park history, authentic New Orleans-style entertainment, and an expanded Taste of Mardi Gras food festival—all in a family-friendly setting.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas’ Goliath Roller Coaster Set to Transform Into Chupacabra
Few legends strike as much terror and curiosity as the Chupacabra, a shadowy creature from Texas folklore said to stalk the night. Brace yourself for the ultimate transformation as Six Flags Fiesta Texas unveils its latest ride project. Chupacabra, an iconic suspended rollercoaster that brings myth and adrenaline together for an unforgettable themed ride experience.
Record-Breaking Dive Coaster Planned for 2026, La Vibora & El Diablo Rides Retired
Six Flags Over Texas will receive an array of theme park enhancements in 2025 and Hurricane Harbor Arlington will debut the largest investment in park history with the introduction of a massive interactive kids area, Splash Island. In a groundbreaking announcement, Six Flags also revealed that a record-breaking dive roller coaster will launch at the Arlington theme park in 2026.
Fright Fest 2024 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas | New Haunts, Massive Scare Zones, Monster-Filled Arrival
The spookiest time of year has returned to Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Fright Fest 2024 takes place now through November 3 and features award-winning live entertainment, such as the Frightful Finale and Monster Mash Bash, along with several terrifying scare zones. Fright Fest also debuts two new haunts this year, Stranger Things and The Conjuring Universe. Join us for a full tour of this year's Fright Fest event, along with a look at scare zones and live entertainment.
Six Flags Over Texas Post-Merger Wish List | Top 3 Major Park Improvement Ideas
The merger between Six Flags and Cedar Fair took place just over two months ago and we've seen lots of changes so far, including Cedar Fair management taking over operations, updated season pass structures and new job postings for high-level positions at select parks. After visiting most Cedar Fair legacy parks over the last five years, it is clear that many crucial improvements can come to Six Flags Over Texas without the investment of multi-million dollar rides and attractions. Heres's our wish list of the top three changes we'd like to see implemented to the park.
Worlds of Fun Theme Park Tour & Review | Home of Award-Winning & Record-Breaking Roller Coasters
Worlds of Fun theme park, located in Kansas City, MO, originally opened in 1973, themed to the book, "Around the World in Eighty Days." The unique park features themed areas not commonly found in North America, such as Scandinavia and East Asia. Worlds of Fun is home to Patriot, which opened as the tallest, fastest and longest inverted coaster in the region. In 2009, the park opened the Prowler wooden roller coaster, which was awarded "Best New Ride of 2009" by Amusement Today. In 2023, Zambezi Zinger opened as the world's first ground-up GCI Titan Track wooden coaster.
Valleyfair Tour & Review | Beautiful Theme Park with Classic Rides Located Near Minneapolis
Valleyfair theme park, located in Shakopee, Minnesota, first opened in 1976 with one roller coaster being its star attraction. In 1978, Cedar Point purchased Valleyfair and would go on to create the Cedar Fair theme park chain. Today, Valleyfair is home to eight roller coasters, including Wild Thing and Renegade, several flat rides and the Soak City water park.
FT92 Event at Fiesta Texas Announces Tons of New Fright Fest Haunts & Shows, Plus 2025 Season Passes
Six Flags Fiesta Texas hosted their annual FT92 fan event on August 10, 2024 at Zaragoza Theatre. This year's presentation was heavily focused around Fright Fest, which sees the addition of several new shows, haunted houses, such as Stranger Things, and scare zones. Other announcements included a look at this year's Holiday in the Park, next year's event line-up, and changes to the 2025 season pass offerings.
Six Flags Introduces All Park Passport Heading to 2025
Six Flags is excited to announce that the All Park Passport add-on will offer access to more parks starting in 2025. The All Park Passport is an add-on that allows you to access additional legacy Six Flags and Cedar Fair parks with select 2025 Season Passes.
Six Flags & Cedar Fair Merger Official - Explaining the Merger & Hopeful Changes for the Future
Six Flags and Cedar Fair have officially merged into the Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, meaning all respective parks now operate under the same umbrella. This merger boasts a portfolio of over forty properties, including Cedar Point, Knott's Berry Farm, Carowinds, Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Great Adventure and Six Flags Magic Mountain. Join us for an in-depth discussion explaining the merger, the hopeful changes we want for the future, along with negatives that we don't want to see moving forward.
Cedar Fair and Six Flags Merger of Equals Successfully Completed
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN), the largest and most diverse amusement park operator in North America, today announced the successful completion of the merger of equals (the “Merger”) between Cedar Fair, L.P. (“Cedar Fair”) and former Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (“Former Six Flags”), effective July 1, 2024 (the “Closing Date”). The combined company is operating under the name “Six Flags Entertainment Corporation.”
Something Epic is Coming to Six Flags Fright Fest This Fall
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:SIX), the world’s largest regional theme park company and largest operator of water parks in North America, unveils Fright Fest Extreme - presented by SNICKERS, featuring an expansive lineup of terrifying horror franchises ahead of the brand’s highly anticipated annual event. Beginning September 7, thrill-seekers and horror enthusiasts are invited to immerse themselves in the pulse-pounding excitement and terror that only Fright Fest can deliver with Six Flags’ largest investment and expansion yet.
Hurricane Harbor San Antonio Full 2024 Tour, Plus Exclusive Look at New Water Slides Opening Soon
Hurricane Harbor San Antonio, located inside Six Flags Fiesta Texas, is a water park that features over twenty exciting water slides, pools and attractions. From the thrilling first-of-its-kind Thunder Rapids Water Coaster to the all-new massive slide expansion for 2024, Hurricane Harbor has something for every member of the family. Join us for an in-depth tour of the water park, including a look at rider requirements, dining and shopping locations and an exclusive look at new water slide additions.