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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Coasting for Kids 2021 Fundraiser, Plus Fright Fest Haunted House Tour! | Six Flags Over Texas
Join us as we participate in the Coasting for Kids 2021 fundraiser at Six Flags Over Texas. This year we were able to raise over $20,000 for the Give Kids the World Village! They are a nonprofit resort that provides cost-free vacations for critically ill children and their families. Give Kids The World gives these children and their families time away from hospitals, doctors and treatments. For one magical week, the 84-acre, storybook Village becomes a home-away-from-home for wish children visiting Orlando’s world-famous attractions. Our Coasting for Kids event included exclusive ride time, multiple meals, midway games and more. We'd like to thank our Patrons, those who purchased merchandise and everyone who donated directly to our fundraiser. We also had the privilege of taking a behind-the-scenes tour of the Piggy's Blood Shed haunted house, which will make its return for this year's Fright Fest event.
New Runaway Mountain Sign & Working Waterfall, Speelunkers Tease & More | Six Flags Over Texas
We visit Six Flags Over Texas to find a number of great park updates, including a new sign and working waterfall at Runaway Mountain and other building maintenance. We also find a Speelunkers/Gold River Adventure tease near the attraction's entrance, try another Best of Texas Festival specialty food item and enjoy the park's new summer entertainment offerings.
Best of Texas Review, New Dining Location & Even More Theming Enhancements | Six Flags Over Texas
We head to Six Flags Over Texas to check out the return of the Best of Texas Festival, taking place now through August 8. The event features the Best of Texas Beer Festival, decor, specialty food items, new live entertainment and more. We also check out the all-new Cheetos Popcorn Mix food stand, show off more theming enhancements around the park, and discuss a change in the park's security protocols.
Log Flume Reopens, Mask Mandate Lifted, Best of Texas Festival Returning | Six Flags Over Texas
This jam-packed visit to Six Flags Over Texas features a look at both the reopening of Log Flume One and the inside of Casa Magnetica. We also check out progress on other areas in the park, including Aquaman: Power Wave construction and new activity happening near the entrance of Runaway Mountain. We also find some new, exciting merchandise for the park's 60th anniversary and learn about the upcoming return of the Best of Texas Festival this summer.
¡Viva La Fiesta! Begins at Six Flags Over Texas & Casa Magnetica Reopens
¡Viva La Fiesta!, Six Flags Over Texas' newest event, takes place through May 16. Continuing their 60th anniversary celebration, the event features bright decor, Latin-themed entertainment and unique food offerings. Casa Magnetica, which originally opened in 1962, has also reopened to guests after a decade of closure. Though we wanted to bring you along, the park aggressively confronted us regarding camera use in, and around, the attraction. Join us as we show you all of the other new updates around the park.
Spring Break Continues at Six Flags Over Texas, Plus Log Flume & Casa Magnetica Reopening Updates
Six Flags Over Texas has extended their Spring Break celebration in 2021 as the event continues to operate until April 11. Included is themed decor, specialty food items, live entertainment and more. We check out the Spring Break highlights, along with updates regarding the reopening of Log Flume 1 and Casa Magnetica.
Six Flags Over Texas Decade in Review | 1980 - 1989
The 1980s were a decade of multiple ownerships, original removals, licensed characters, high-thrill attractions and more. Six Flags Over Texas introduced mainstream figures into the park, including Pac-Man and the Looney Tunes. Major roller coaster additions included the Flashback!, Avalanche Bobsled and Judge Roy Scream. The Six Flags Over Texas skyline also saw numerous changes, such as Texas Cliffhanger and the Great Six Flags Air Racer.
Spring Break Preparations, New Entertainment, Other Park Improvements | Six Flags Over Texas
Spring Break is right around the corner at Six Flags Over Texas and the park is working to switch over from the Fire & Ice Winter Festival. New and returning entertainment options have filled the park. We also check out the progress on Casa Magnetica and point out some other park improvements.
Casa Magnetica Reopening?, Final Day of the Fire & Ice Winter Festival | Six Flags Over Texas
We visit Six Flags Over Texas for their final day of the Fire & Ice Winter Festival to check out more new specialty food items and highlight a number of rides, attractions and entertainment. Several updates and improvements are taking place throughout the park, including a potential Casa Magnetica reopening!
Exploring the Three Oldest Operating Attractions at Six Flags Over Texas
Join us for a trip back in time as we kick off Six Flags Over Texas' 60th anniversary with a look at the three oldest operating attractions still existing within the park. We also explore a handful of standing, but not operating, attractions that would have also been ranked as some of the park's oldest attractions if still active.
Fire & Ice Winter Festival at Six Flags Over Texas | Fog Fireworks, New Food & Great Entertainment
Six Flags Over Texas kicks off their 60th anniversary celebration with the Fire & Ice Winter Festival. This all-new festival features tons of Christmas lights, fresh entertainment offerings, the Frosty Snow Hill, fire pits, specialty food items and much more. Join us as we spend the day at Six Flags Over Texas and give you an in-depth look at all things Fire & Ice Winter Festival.
New Year Fireworks Party, Aquaman Opening Update, New Festival Coming Soon | Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas rings in the New Year with an impressive fireworks show and member party! We also check out the ending of Holiday in the Park, talk about changes to Aquaman: Power Wave's opening date and highlight the all-new Fire & Ice Winter Festival to kick off the park's 60th anniversary.
The Sights & Sounds of Holiday in the Park 2020 at Six Flags Over Texas
The park's most festive event, Holiday in the Park, is in full swing! Experience all-new entertainment offerings, miles of Christmas lights, tons of holiday decor and more.
Holiday in the Park 2020 Opening Weekend at Six Flags Over Texas
We head out to opening weekend of Holiday in the Park 2020 at Six Flags Over Texas. This year's event features numerous entertainment offerings, several family-friendly activities, miles of Christmas lights, specialty food items and more. Join us for an in-depth look at the park's decor, a review of various food items and a look at some of the all-new live entertainment offerings.
Holiday in the Park Preparations & Riding the Six Flags Railroad Once Again | Six Flags Over Texas
We head out to Six Flags Over Texas one week before the start of their Holiday in the Park 2020 event to check out Christmas lights, the Merry Marketplace, a hint at live entertainment offerings and other fun decor. We also ride the Six Flags Railroad for the first time in over a year!
Final Weekend of Hallowfest 2020 at Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Railroad Reopening
We head to the final weekend of Hallowfest 2020 at Six Flags Over Texas. Join us for one last look at Halloween zones, themed food offerings, spooky decor and more. Other video updates include Holiday in the Park preparations, several closed rides around the park reopening and more.
Mystic Acres Trail, Secret Menu Items, Taste of the State Fair | Hallowfest at Six Flags Over Texas
We head out to Hallowfest 2020 at Six Flags Over Texas during the day to show off the Taste of the State Fair food booths, secret menu items available through mobile food ordering, the new Mystic Acres Trick-or-Treat Trail, the daytime scare zone ambiance and more.
Four New Scare Zones, Past Rides Graveyard & More | Hallowfest at Six Flags Over Texas
We head out to opening weekend of Hallowfest at Six Flags Over Texas to check out the nighttime vibe of their four new scare zones, the debut of the Mystic Acres Trick-or-Treat Trail, the creative Scarousel and past attractions graveyard near front gate and other Halloween decor.
Ride Spotlight - Oil Derrick at Six Flags Over Texas
Built by Intamin, Oil Derrick opened to guests at Six Flags Over Texas on May 24, 1969. This observation tower gives a great calming view of the park and surrounding areas from two observation decks at 255 feet and 267 feet. Between 1969 and 1975, Oil Derrick even featured a 12-lane slide attractions from its 47-foot tall first level. Standing 300 feet tall, Oil Derrick remains an iconic staple to the skyline of Six Flags Over Texas.
Six Flags Over Texas Begins Hallowfest 2020 Preparations
We visit Six Flags Over Texas as they begin preparations for their all-new Hallowfest 2020 event, which is a modified Halloween celebration intended to better follow current safety guidelines. Though spooky decor and cobwebs have begun to take over the park, no sign of the four planned scare zones is evident. We also check out other changes that have happened inside the park since our last visit.