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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Seven Seas Food Festival 2023, SeaWorld San Antonio | Full Festival Tour, Trying 20 Delicious Foods
The Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld San Antonio takes place on select dates now through May 21. For 2023, SeaWorld touts forty-five new menu offerings with over one hundred flavors. Guests can enjoy quality bites and drinks from ten country-themed booths, including Brazil, Japan, Italy and Germany. We also check out the current progress of the park's new-for-2023 attraction, Catapult Falls. The new water ride is touted as the world's first launched flume coaster.
ESIX Gaming powered by Coca-Cola™ Coming to Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Six Flags Fiesta Texas, The Thrill Capital of South Texas, today announced details on the new ESIX Gaming powered by Coca-Cola™. This state-of-the-art esports competitive gaming campus is complete with the newest high-tech equipment and the industry’s biggest titles, providing an unmatched gaming experience.
Coasters Opening Soon, Speelunker Cave Update, Even More New Dining Offerings | Six Flags Over Texas
Several roller coasters and attractions are planned to open after lengthy refurbishments and upgrades, including The Joker, Runaway Mine Train, El Sombrero and Pirates of Speelunker Cave. On top of new food offerings at existing dining locations, Six Flags Over Texas has also teamed with Cinnabon to bring the popular brand into the park. Plus, we check out more ¡Viva la Fiesta! event festivities, which takes place on weekends now through May 7.
¡Viva la Fiesta! at Fiesta Texas, In-Depth Review | Eating Frog Legs, Touring Food Booths & More
¡Viva la Fiesta! takes place now through May 14 on select dates at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. The event includes the Taste of ¡Viva la Fiesta! food festival, themed decor, several live entertainment offerings and more. Join us for this second, more in-depth, look at the event, including a full tour of offerings and food reviews.
Major Fiesta Texas Updates - Boomerang Refurb, Go Carts Construction, Thrill Seeker Park Upgrades
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is currently working on several upgrades, refurbishment and construction projects around the park. This includes the retheme of Thrill Seeker Park attractions, new trains and track work taking place at Boomerang, continuing work on the future site of Kid Flash Cosmic Coaster, new equipment being installed at the Thunder Beach Speedway go carts and more.
¡Viva la Fiesta! Opening Night Preview at Six Flags Fiesta Texas - New Shows, Food & Behind-the-Scenes Tour
¡Viva la Fiesta!, new for 2023, takes place at Six Flags Fiesta Texas on select dates now through May 14. The event features new live entertainment, fireworks spectaculars, concerts, the Taste of ¡Viva la Fiesta! food festival and more. Join us for a look at some of the park's new food and entertainment offerings for the event, along with a behind-the-scenes tour of the new VIP lounge coming soon.
Viva La Fiesta Festival Coming to Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Six Flags Fiesta Texas, The Thrill Capital of South Texas, is preparing to debut Viva La Fiesta, a month-long celebration of food and culture every Saturday and Sunday from April 15 to May 14, 2023.
¡Viva la Fiesta! Kicks Off at Six Flags Over Texas, Plus New Ride Refurbs & Park Enhancements Begin
¡Viva la Fiesta! takes place at Six Flags Over Texas on select dates now through May 7. The event features vibrant decor, several live entertainment offerings and specialty food items. The park also continues to work on improvements as El Sombrero begins an extensive refurbishment, the Mexico section sees new theming enhancements, ride lockers arrive at Aquaman: Power Wave, a second Roller Coaster Coffee location is teased and more.
Ride Spotlight - Aquaman: Power Wave at Six Flags Over Texas | North America's First of its Kind!
Aquaman: Power Wave is the first ride of its kind to debut in North America. Built by Mack Rides, this high-thrill PowerSplash attraction features both forwards and backwards launches, reaching top speeds of sixty-three miles per hour. The water coaster also includes two spikes that stand at 148 feet tall and send riders plummeting ninety degrees. After multiple launches along the attraction’s 712-foot track, Aquaman: Power Wave ends with a huge splashdown.
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.
SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival is Back with New Flavors and Drinks
SeaWorld is kicking off spring 2023 with the city’s biggest and best food festival, now packed with more flavor than ever! This year at San Antonio’s largest theme park food festival, foodies can enjoy over 100 chef and mixologist-curated tastes inspired by cultures from across the seven seas. Guests can sample and sip international flavors from Brazil, Korea, Italy, Greece, Hawaii, Japan, France, Jamaica, Mexico, and Germany. The festival takes place every Thursday through Sunday from March 23rd through May 21st.
Judge Roy Scream Reopens, New Restaurants & Food, Ride Lockers Coming Soon | Six Flags Over Texas
Upgrades continue to take place at Six Flags Over Texas, including fresh paint, more flat ride refurbishments, new dining locations and food offerings and the addition of free ride lockers to select attractions. We take a look at the progress on current refurb projects, including Runaway Mine Train and Judge Roy Scream, and check out some Spring Break and St. Patrick's Day festivities.
Scream Break 2023 at Six Flags Over Texas | Tons of Monsters, Crazy Sliders, Entertainment & Night Rides
New for 2023, Six Flags Over Texas debuts their Scream Break event. Taking place during their Spring Break celebration, this new nighttime event features access to Aquaman: Power Wave, rides, sideshow entertainment acts, haunted houses, a scare zone and more.
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.
Aquaman: Power Wave Opens at Six Flags Over Texas! On-Ride Footage, Opening Ceremonies & Ride Review
Six Flags Over Texas, the Thrill Capital of Texas, unveils one of the most highly anticipated new attractions of the year, AQUAMAN™: Power Wave, on March 11, 2023. The new multi-launch water coaster at Six Flags Over Texas, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC, is the first of its kind in North America. The ride opens this weekend to park guests just in time for Spring Break and Scream Break.
Frisco City Council Approves Universal Theme Park
Frisco City Council and the Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning proposal that would make way for a Universal theme park. The proposed park has been the subject of several public meetings and even some pushback from concerned residents including folks who live just down the street from the area.
North America’s Second Peppa Pig Theme Park to Open in North Texas in 2024
Starting in 2024, families will be able to enter the playful world of Peppa Pig for an unforgettable day of adventure at North America's second Peppa Pig Theme Park set to open in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Designed to be the ultimate theme park experience for little ones, this all-new standalone theme park located in North Richland Hills will feature multiple rides, interactive attractions, themed playscapes and shows, all based on instantly recognizable locations from the globally popular brand.
Six Flags Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Performance
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: SIX), the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of waterparks in North America, today reported fourth quarter revenue of $280 million, Net Income of $13 million, and Adjusted EBITDA of $99 million. For the full year, the company reported revenue of $1,358 million, Net Income of $109 million, and Adjusted EBITDA of $465 million.
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.
Six Flags Unveils Thrilling New Rides and Refreshing Water Attractions for Summer Fun!
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of water parks in North America, today announced an expansive lineup of coasters, family rides, water attractions, and fun-filled experiences and events for the 2023 season.