News, Reviews & Series
The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
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.
First Event of 2022 Canceled, Park President Fired, Other Six Flags Over Texas Updates
Six Flags and their new CEO, Selim Bassoul, are undergoing several corporate changes and attempts at restructuring. This has affected Six Flags Over Texas as the Fire & Ice Winter Festival has been canceled and the park's president, Ron McKenzie, was relieved of his position. Join us as we talk through these changes and also feature updates on construction and enhancement projects around the park.
Front Gate & Texas Arena Demolition, Speelunker Cave, Aquaman Updates | Six Flags Over Texas
Tons of work continues through Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas. Join us in touring the new, opened up area at the park's front gate after some extensive building removal. We also head over to Texas Arena where crews are actively working on demolishing structures within. Other updates include a look at progress on Pirates of Speelunker Cave, Aquaman: Power Wave, Mr. Freeze's new paint job and more.
Amazing New Shows & Christmas Tree, New Parade & More | Holiday in the Park, Six Flags Over Texas
Holiday in the Park is in full swing at Six Flags Over Texas. This year's holiday event features a slate of completely new entertainment offerings, including Christmas at the Southern Palace and the Holly Jolly Holiday Parade. We also check out the park's all-new Christmas tree, specialty food offerings, the Nochebuena overlay at Casa Magnetica, decor, holiday activities and more.
Aquaman Turntable Progress, Mr. Freeze Paint Job, More Building Improvements | Six Flags Over Texas
Construction projects at Six Flags Over Texas continue to move at a rapid pace. Work has picked up on Aquaman: Power Wave and its addition of a turntable and crews continue to prep the all-new Pirates of Speelunker Cave dark ride. The new Mr. Freeze paint job has also progressed, along with several building refurbishments, especially in the park's Old South section. Six Flags Over Texas also continues the parking lot makeover and construction of a new perimeter fence.
Behind-the-Scenes Tidal Surge Construction Tour, SeaWorld San Antonio's Christmas Celebration
Join us for a behind-the-scenes construction tour of SeaWorld San Antonio's newest addition, Tidal Surge. Reaching heights of 135 feet and top speeds of 68 miles per hour, Tidal Surge will be the tallest and fastest S&S Screamin' Swing attraction ever constructed when it opens. We also enjoy the park's Christmas Celebration event. Our adventure includes a look at a special pin scavenger hunt, live entertainment offerings, the Sesame Street parade, tons of Christmas lights and more.
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.
Park Construction & Improvements Progress, Holiday in the Park Updates | Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas has taken on a number of huge construction and improvement projects throughout the park. We take a look at several, including new paint on buildings, new fencing around the park's perimeter, pathway expansions, a new Mr. Freeze paint job, progress on Pirates of Speelunker Cave and more. We also take a loop around the park and discuss entertainment offerings and other activities coming for this year's Holiday in the Park event.
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 at Frontier City Theme Park | Oklahoma City, OK
We head to Frontier City, a Six Flags Theme Park, for the first time in a year to enjoy Fright Fest 2021! Join us for a look at several of the park's roller coasters and attractions, along with a handful of their haunted houses, scare zones and other Fright Fest offerings. Frontier City Theme Park was originally constructed in 1958 as a Route 66 attraction. Today, the park is home to five roller coasters and over twenty-five attractions in total. Fright Fest operates through October 31.
New Park Updates, Scare Zone Changes, More Haunted House Reviews | Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest
We take another visit out to Six Flags Over Texas for their 2021 Fright Fest event. While at the park, we check out the new Diamond Member Lounge, along with other infrastructural improvements in progress. Also, join us for a second tour of scare zones, along with updated haunted house reviews. Fright Fest takes place now through October 31.
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.
Aquaman Construction Tour, Several Multi-Million Dollar Projects Under Way | Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas has announced that several multi-million dollar projects are now under way at the park! These include a new Looney Tunes Mall facade, a third train for Batman: The Ride, a $2 million enhancement for the parking lot, paint projects for the park's major attractions and more. We also take an exclusive tour of the Aquaman: Power Wave construction site. This all-new roller coaster is scheduled to open by the end of summer 2022.
Fright Fest 2021 - Haunted House Reviews, Scare Zones & Live Shows | Six Flags Over Texas
Fright Fest 2021 is in full force at Six Flags Over Texas as we enjoy the nighttime, spooky portion of the event. Join us for a review of several haunted houses, including the all-new Labsics: Classified and the Do Drop Inn. We also venture through all of the park's scare zones, though some changes have been made with safety as the top priority. Finally, we check out other attractions, such as the Vampire Bar and all-new entertainment offerings.
Fright Fest 2021 - Casa Magnetica Overlay, Daytime Family-Friendly Activities | Six Flags Over Texas
Join us for a daytime look of Fright Fest 2021 at Six Flags Over Texas. We take a tour around the park to show off family-friendly activities, including Looney Tunes Spooky Town and entertainment. We also check out the daytime looks of scare zones and haunted house entrances, along with a POV of the limited-run Dia de los Muertos overlay currently inside Casa Magnetica.