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Fiesta Texas Announces Major Upgrades for Rebranded Hurricane Harbor, Names of Six New Family Water Attractions

Six Flags Fiesta Texas, The Thrill Capital of South Texas, is preparing to debut an enhanced water park experience on April 29 with the grand opening of Hurricane Harbor San Antonio. The major rebranding includes elevated amenities and ambiance, as well as six new family waterslide and innertube attractions.

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Scream Break 2023 at Fiesta Texas | Haunted House POVs, Monster Sliders & Spooky Fog

Join us for a sights and sounds look at the all-new Scream Break at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. This nighttime, spooky twist on Spring Break takes place March 11 to 18. Attendees can enjoy ride time on their favorite Crackaxle Canyon roller coasters and rides, along with exclusive access to a number of haunted attractions. Additional fee required.

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New KID FLASH Cosmic Coaster Heads to Six Flags Fiesta Texas for 2023 Season

The all-new KID FLASH™ Cosmic Coaster, Texas’ only racing roller coaster, is a twin-tracked roller coaster featuring innovative single-rail track and an inclusive train design that provides comfortable seating for both adults and children. The twin tracks cross over and under each other a dozen times during the ride cycle. The two sides operate simultaneously for a racing action on the dueling tracks.

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas Decade in Review | Grand Opening and the 1990s

Six Flags Fiesta Texas officially opened its doors on March 14, 1992 with a small collection of record-breaking attractions, such as The Rattler, and a plethora of world-class live entertainment. Though the 1990s, Fiesta Texas evolved with massive ride and water park expansions, the addition of several marquee roller coasters and even a new themed area. Join us for a trip through the 1990s as we explore the park's opening seasons, along with its acquisition and transformation into a flagship Six Flags park.

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Taste of Mardi Gras Food Festival at Fiesta Texas | In-Depth Guide & Trying Tons of Food Offerings

This year's Taste of Mardi Gras Food Festival at Six Flags Fiesta Texas place now through February 26. Guests can find seven booths throughout the park's Rockville section serving up savory cajun bites, beignets and an array of adult beverages. Join us for an in-depth look at each festival food booth, along with a look at several of this year's food offerings.

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Mardi Gras Festival 2023 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas | New Live Shows & Huge Mardi Gras Parade

Mardi Gras Festival is back at Six Flags Fiesta Texas now through February 26. This year's event features the largest selection of live entertainment ever offered, along with themed park decor, special characters and more. This year's Mardi Gras Parade features iconic returning floats, along with a new, massive addition. Join us for an in-depth look at this year's Mardi Gras Festival event offerings.

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White Water Bay Gets a New Name, Fender Bender Ride Demolition Begins | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

2023 projects are in full force at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Recently, it was announced that, along with several new children's slides, the park's connected waterpark would also be rebranded. Demolition of Fender Bender is also under way, preparing for the addition of a new family racing coaster. We also check out other projects, such as the continued re-theme of Thrill Seeker Park and the new addition of Roller Coaster Coffee.

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The Biggest Mardi Gras Festival in Texas Returns to Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Six Flags Fiesta Texas, the Thrill Capital of South Texas, announces the return of the spectacular New Orleans-style celebration, the Mardi Gras Festival. Each operating day through February 26, Six Flags Fiesta Texas will “let the good times roll” as it transforms into a Texas version of downtown New Orleans, complete with beautifully adorned parade floats, special live entertainment, Mardi Gras-themed park décor and classic Cajun cuisine.

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Behind-the-Scenes New for 2023 Rides Tour, 360° Fireworks & NYE Celebration | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Six Flags Fiesta Texas rings in the New Year, and says goodbye to their 30th anniversary celebration, with a massive 360° fireworks spectacular. We meet up with park president Jeffrey Siebert for a behind-the-scenes look at their extensive addition of children's water slides for 2023. We also take a look at other park enhancements in progress, including the new Starbucks coffee shop and first-of-its-kind family racing coaster.

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First-of-its-Kind Family Racing Coaster, New Water Park Kids Area & Other Enhancements Coming to Fiesta Texas in 2023

Today, Six Flags Fiesta Texas introduced several new additions and upgrades coming for the park’s 2023 season. These include a first-of-its-kind family racing coaster from Skyline Attractions, a major water park expansion with new ProSlide raft rides and slides, several upgrades to existing rides and more.

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In-Depth Look at Holiday in the Park 2022 | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Holiday in the Park takes place at Six Flags Fiesta Texas on select dates now through December 24. The festive winter event features great Christmas light overlays, visits with Santa Claus, specialty food items, award-winning live entertainment and other holiday activities. Join us for an in-depth look at this year's Holiday in the Park event.

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The Ultimate Guide to Holiday in the Park 2022 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Holiday in the Park returns to Fiesta Texas beginning on November 19. New for this year is the Holiday Market, which features several interactive activities, visits with Santa Claus and hearty food offerings. Many favorite classics, such as the Majesty of Christmas, the Taste of Holiday in the Park Food Festival and the Rockville Christmas Tree, also make their return. Join us for an in-depth guide to this year's Holiday in the Park event.

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Inside Kids Boo Fest & Oktoberfest 2022 - Food Reviews, New Live Shows! | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Taking place now through October 30 is both Kids Boo Fest and Oktoberfest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Join us for an in-depth tour of both events, including a look at activities, shows and important event locations. We also dive into Oktoberfest with a tour of each booth and a look at several festival food offerings.

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Exclusive Walk-Through Tour of Six Flags Fiesta Texas' New Trapped Haunted House

Fiesta Texas recently gave us the opportunity to tour their all-new Fright Fest haunted house, Trapped! Located in the park's Spassburg section, Trapped is set around an unsightly hospital with gruesome and surprising tricks around every corner. Make sure to check out this new haunt during Fright Fest, which lasts until October 31.

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Ride Spotlight - Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, the world's steepest B&M dive coaster, officially opened on July 30, 2022 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. The park's 11th roller coaster, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger reaches speeds of 60 miles per hour and a height of 150 feet. Riders are hung over the attraction's 95-degree first drop before plummeting down and into two inversions.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger Indoor Queue Walk-Through, Fright Fest Setup Begins | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger has officially opened, which means we were able to take a tour of her secret lab. Join us for an in-depth look at the attraction's themed indoor queue segment. Other 30th anniversary park improvements, such as painting projects, continue. Fright Fest preparations are also under way with multiple scare zones and themed areas popping up all around the park.

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Riding Fiesta Texas' New Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger Coaster | POV Footage & First Impression!

Fiesta Texas invited SFFT Source out to media day for their new, record-breaking Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger roller coaster! This B&M dive coaster features a height of 150 feet, 95-degree first drop, two inversions, top speed of 60 miles per hour, an extreme airtime hill and more. Join us for an exclusive on-ride view of Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, along with ride impressions and information regarding the enhanced queue experience.

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas' 30th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt Adventure!

In 2022, Six Flags Fiesta Texas celebrates their 30th anniversary! On top of mini museums, then and now displays and special events, the park also features a 30th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt activity. Located at both Iron Rattler Mercantile and Studio 6F, guests can purchase a scavenger hunt packet. Next up, stroll around the entire park to find each of the ten special 30th anniversary features and match up the stickers. Each packet comes with two 30th anniversary commemorative pens!

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