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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Mardi Gras Festival 2022 at Fiesta Texas | The Parade Returns, New Live Entertainment & More
Mardi Gras Festival 2022 takes place on select dates from January 15 to February 27. Join us for an in-depth review of this year's event, which features the return of the Mardi Gras Parade, several live entertainment offerings, specialty decor and more. Stay tuned for an in-depth review of our experience with the Taste of Mardi Gras food festival, which coincides with the Mardi Gras Festival event.
Dr. D's Cliffhanger Track Install Begins, New Park-Wide History Displays | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Construction continues on the upcoming Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger roller coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Crews have begun installing track pieces, along with the ride's transfer shed. We also explore a number of other park improvements, including the ongoing refresh of Crackaxle Canyon, the Sangerfest Halle remodel and more. 2022 marks the park’s 30th anniversary. Fiesta Texas has begun their celebration by unveiling a number of miniature museums, along with great Then & Now photo features spread throughout the park.
Six Flags Debuts Yet Another New Season Pass Tier Offering, Eliminates New Membership Purchases
Today, both Six Flags Over Texas and Fiesta Texas introduced a new three-tier season pass offering. While not every Six Flags park has adopted this concept, we should expect to see these offerings go chain-wide before spring. Join us for an in-depth look at these three new tiers, their pricing (as of January 18, 2022), benefits, the new structure of dining plan offerings and more. Now that memberships are no longer for purchase, we explain what current members can expect and how they can learn more about the new Legacy Member program.
Your Guide to Mardi Gras Festival 2022 at Fiesta Texas
Mardi Gras Festival returns to Six Flags Fiesta Texas in 2022 on select dates from January 15 to February 27. This year's event features the return of the Mardi Gras Parade, along with several other live entertainment offerings. Also featured is the Taste of Mardi Gras food festival, which includes several Cajun-inspired dishes, adult beverages and more. Join us for a virtual, in-depth guide to this year's Mardi Gras Festival event.
Holiday in the Park 2021 Opening Weekend at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Holiday in the Park takes place at Six Flags Fiesta Texas now through the beginning of January. Join us for an in-depth look at the park's decor and Christmas lights, daytime and nighttime activities, new and returning live entertainment offerings, booths for the Taste of Holiday in the Park food festival and more.
Dr. D's Cliffhanger, Poltergeist, Sangerfest Halle, Primo's Remodel Updates | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
This jam-packed update from Six Flags Fiesta Texas takes a look at several projects happening around the park, including Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger construction, more new theming for Poltergeist, the remodel progress of Sangerfest Halle and Primo's Pizzeria, fresh paint throughout Crackaxle Canyon and Los Festivales and more.
Major Fiesta Texas Construction Updates, Unveiling New 30th Anniversary Merchandise
This in-depth update takes a look at the major construction projects currently happening at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Included is the demolition of the front gate ticket booths and Sangerfest Halle Stage, along with updates to some of the park's dining locations and fresh paint. We also unveil our exclusive 30th anniversary merchandise, set to release at the top of 2022, that highlights iconic Fiesta Texas attractions from the park's past.
Fright Fest 2021 - Immersive New Scare Zones, Monster Mash Bash Returns | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
We venture into the nighttime festivities of Fright Fest 2021 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas to check out the event's spooky offerings. Join us for an in-depth look at the park's new, immersive scare zones, a review on several of the haunted houses and a look at both the return of The Awakening, Monster Mash Bash and the Frightful Finale. Fright Fest 2021 operates now through October 31.
Fright Fest 2021 - New Live Shows, Daytime Activities & Event Tour | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Fright Fest takes place at Six Flags Fiesta Texas now through October 31. During the day, the park features several family-friendly activities, including the Looney Tunes Twick-or-Tweat Trail and award-winning live entertainment. Join us for a daytime tour of Fiesta Texas' 2021 Fright Fest event, along with tours of scare zones and haunted houses.
Major Construction Updates, In-Depth Bier Festival Review | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Earlier this year, Fiesta Texas announced their next major roller coaster, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger. We check out the progress on the construction of this new dive coaster, along with the demolition of Sundance Theatre and the upgrade and paint job taking place at Poltergeist. Also, join us for an in-depth review of the park's Bier Festival. We venture to all of the festival booths and try several of the event's great food offerings.
An Interesting Experience at the All American Food Festival | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
We head out to Six Flags Fiesta Texas to review their All American Food Festival, which operates through Sunday, August 1. The festival features several food and drink booths throughout the park's Crackaxle Canyon section. Items include bacon-wrapped bacon, fruit desserts, over 100 brews and more.
Poltergeist Update, New for 2022 Clues, Fireworks & Summer Shows | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
We visit Six Flags Fiesta Texas over the summer to check out the great progress taking place on the retheme and repainting of the park's Poltergeist roller coaster. We also explore Crackaxle Canyon looking at clues for the park's new 2022 attraction. Join us for a more in-depth look at the park's summer entertainment offerings, along with the Rock the Night fireworks grand finale.
Ride Spotlight - Dare Devil Dive Flying Machines at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Dare Devil Dive Flying Machines, a Zamperla Super Air Race, officially opened at Six Flags Fiesta Texas on March 6, 2021. Riders board six plane units and reach heights of 48 feet. Spinning at 6.5 RPM, each ride unit features a different, unique cycle. The attraction also features extensive steampunk theming, a custom soundtrack and several lighting and fire effects.
Pirates of the Deep Sea Lights-On Tour | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Join us for a behind-the-scenes, lights-on tour of Fiesta Texas' Pirates of the Deep Sea dark ride. Originally built by Sally Corporation, the attraction opened in 2002 as Scooby-Doo Ghostblasters. However, in 2019, the attraction was transformed into its current Pirates of the Deep Sea theme.
Huge Fiesta Texas Spring Update - Riding Dare Devil Dive, New Shows, New Food Offerings & More
We visit Six Flags Fiesta Texas for the first time in 2021 to check out the all-new Dare Devil Dive Flying Machines. Other updates have taken place around the park, including theming enhancements, fresh paint and several new food offerings. Also, join us for an in-depth look at the park's great new entertainment offerings, including Neon and Country Traxx.
Jam-Packed Holiday in the Park 2020 Review | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Holiday in the Park returns to Six Flags Fiesta Texas on select dates between November and January. Come along for an in-depth look at special holiday foods, award-winning live entertainment, thousands of Christmas lights, ACE's Feliz Fiesta event and other general park updates.
Exploring & Reviewing Hallowfest Food Items at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Hallowfest 2020 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas features a number of specialty food items that are only available for a limited time. Join us for a tour of in-park restaurants to find these food items, see how they taste and ultimately rank our favorites.
Spooky Scare Zones, Frightful Finale Fireworks & More! Hallowfest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Join us for a nighttime look of Hallowfest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. The park's pathways transform into eerie scare zones full of monsters, fog and intense lighting. We also check out more live entertainment offerings, including Frightful Finale, Dare Devil Dive Flying Machines at night and the new Steampunkin area in Crackaxle Canyon.
Hallowfest Begins at Six Flags Fiesta Texas | Daytime Event Details, Dare Devil Dive Updates & More
Hallowfest, Fiesta Texas' all-new Halloween event, is officially under way! Join us for a look at family-friendly daytime activities throughout the park. We also give you a detailed look at scare zones during the day, Dare Devil Dive Flying Machines, live entertainment and other park updates.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas Decade in Review | 2000 - 2009
Six Flags Fiesta Texas heads into their second decade of operation in the 2000s with the addition of the record-breaking Superman Krypton Coaster. Other large additions to Fiesta Texas during this decade include multiple water slide attractions, Tony Hawk's Big Spin and Goliath. Live entertainment was a staple of the park during the 2000s as they'd produce over a dozen shows each season and take home Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Award for "Best Theme Park Shows" on numerous occasions.