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Something Epic is Coming to Six Flags Fright Fest This Fall

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:SIX), the world’s largest regional theme park company and largest operator of water parks in North America, unveils Fright Fest Extreme - presented by SNICKERS, featuring an expansive lineup of terrifying horror franchises ahead of the brand’s highly anticipated annual event. Beginning September 7, thrill-seekers and horror enthusiasts are invited to immerse themselves in the pulse-pounding excitement and terror that only Fright Fest can deliver with Six Flags’ largest investment and expansion yet.

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Ride Spotlight - Dino Off Road Adventure at Six Flags Over Texas

Dino Off Road Adventure, new for 2024 at Six Flags Over Texas, is the park's reimagining of the Chaparral Antique Cars. Featuring fifteen dinosaur animatronics, riders jump into the four-person vehicle and drive along 1,470 feet of track. Dino Off Road Adventure's new vehicles were designed closely alongside blueprints from original Arrow antique cars.

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Dino Off Road Adventure Opens at Six Flags Over Texas, Coasting for Kids - Give Kids the World

Coasting for Kids, a Give Kids The World Village fundraiser, is held at several parks across the country during the summer. Coasting for Kids donations help critically ill children and their families enjoy vacations at no charge. Now open at Six Flags Over Texas is Dino Off Road Adventure. Plus, join us for a quick construction update that includes a look at new Bugs Bunny Boomtown attractions.

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SeaWorld's Summer Spectacular - Unique Live Shows & History Museum, Plus New Coaster Track Spotted

SeaWorld San Antonio continues the 60th anniversary celebration with the Summer Spectacular. The event is highlighted by new entertainment offerings, such as Splash: A Sandsational Cirque Celebration and the So Much More to Sea Parade with Shamu, along with a throwback museum and fireworks. Our visit also takes a look at new food from Las Tortugas Taquiera and roller coaster track that has shown up near Catapult Falls.

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Hurricane Harbor San Antonio Full 2024 Tour, Plus Exclusive Look at New Water Slides Opening Soon

Hurricane Harbor San Antonio, located inside Six Flags Fiesta Texas, is a water park that features over twenty exciting water slides, pools and attractions. From the thrilling first-of-its-kind Thunder Rapids Water Coaster to the all-new massive slide expansion for 2024, Hurricane Harbor has something for every member of the family. Join us for an in-depth tour of the water park, including a look at rider requirements, dining and shopping locations and an exclusive look at new water slide additions.

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Cedar Fair and Six Flags Announce Anticipated Closing Date of the Mergers

Cedar Fair, L.P. (NYSE: FUN) (“Cedar Fair”) and Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: SIX) (“Six Flags”), today announced that they notified the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) that the closing of Cedar Fair and Six Flags’ previously announced merger of equals (the “Mergers”) is expected to occur on July 1, 2024 (the “Expected Closing Date”). The completion of the Mergers is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of a number of conditions set forth in the merger agreement relating to the Mergers, including the satisfaction of regulatory conditions.

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New Rides Begin to Arrive, Behind-the-Scenes Construction Tours, How Are Fiesta Texas' Summer Operations Going?

Summer at Six Flags Fiesta Texas is in full force and the park continues to work on their major DC Universe expansion. This visit features multiple behind-the-scenes tours, featuring new ride arrivals, progress on the DC Universe expansion and the new Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster trains in action. Fiesta Texas isn't immune to the current chain-wide price hikes and budget cuts, so we talk about the park's current operations and food quality.

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Six Flags Over Texas Announces Opening of Dino Off Road Adventure

Six Flags Over Texas, the Thrill Capital of Texas, today announced that Dino Off Road Adventure will open to the public on June 15, 2024 following an exclusive preview for season pass holders. The new ride is a retheming of the Chaparral Antique Cars, which originally debuted at the park in 1962, and promises guests an exciting new take on a beloved classic.

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Fort Worth Zoo Tour & Review | Ranked Best Zoo in Texas & Among Top Zoos in North America

Opened in 1909, Fort Worth Zoo is located in Fort Worth, Texas and features 7,000 native and exotic animals. It has been ranked among the top zoos in North America by USA Today, the Los Angeles Times and Family Life magazine. Today, the Fort Worth Zoo spans 64 acres and is home to over 500 species.

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NBA Finals Wager - Six Flags Over Texas Bets Against Six Flags New England

Six Flags Over Texas and its sister park Six Flags New England, located in Agawam, Massachusetts, have set a friendly wager for the upcoming NBA Finals series kicking off on Thursday, June 6. Six Flags Over Texas will, of course, be cheering on their beloved Mavericks, while Six Flags New England supports the Boston Celtics.

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Six Flags Over Texas Summertime Weekday Visit - Honest Truth Amid Guest Experience & Budget Cuts

Six Flags Over Texas has begun their summertime operations, opening daily until they close on Tuesdays beginning later in the month. Summer at the park looks a little different with a lack of events and no entertainment offerings during weekdays. Food prices, along with a surcharge, continue to increase while quality suffers.

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Full Hurricane Harbor Arlington Water Park Tour | 40th Anniversary Celebration

In 2024, Hurricane Harbor Arlington celebrates its 40th anniversary. Originally a Wet 'n Wild water park, Six Flags purchased the property in 1995. Today, Hurricane Harbor features over twenty water slides and attractions, which span from kid-friendly to the ultimate thrill. Join us for an in-depth tour of Hurricane Harbor Arlington, taking a look at its rides, attractions, dining, shopping and premium offerings.

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SeaWorld Summer Has Begun

This summer there is “So Much More to Sea” at SeaWorld San Antonio, now open daily, with all-new rides and attractions, all-new animal presentations and habitats, all-new shows, parades and interactive celebrations, plus the return of Shamu and Crew. Guests are invited to come explore and engage in the excitement of new summer experiences and the exhilarating entertainment of the Summer Spectacular.

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Dinosaurs Begin to Take Over Six Flags Over Texas, Ride Closures & New Summer Updates

New for 2024 at Six Flags Over Texas is the Dino Off Road Adventure. Taking over the existing track of the Chaparral Antique Cars attraction, the new ride will feature several dinosaur animatronics throughout its layout. Construction is quickly under way on the new ride, along with the two new children's attractions set to open in Bugs Bunny Boomtown.

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Park Suffers Storm Flooding, ¡Viva la Fiesta! Review, Construction Updates | Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas celebrates ¡Viva la Fiesta! now through May 5 with live entertainment, park decor and a special overlay on the Casa Magnetica crooked house. Before our visit, Six Flags Over Texas was hit with flood waters due to a major storm that came through the area, leaving sections and rides closed. Construction has also progressed on the two children's attractions coming to Bugs Bunny Boomtown.

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Seven Seas Food Festival 2024, SeaWorld San Antonio | Trying Nearly 20 New Food Offerings

The Seven Seas Food Festival has made its way back to SeaWorld San Antonio on select dates from March 21 to May 27, 2024. This year's festival features over sixty fresh global cuisine choices, along with over fifty specialty beverages. Join us for an in-depth tour of this year's event, including a look at every menu and booth location and a rating of nearly twenty food items.

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Total Solar Eclipse Engulfs Six Flags Over Texas, Plus Improvements & New Ride Construction Updates

April 8, 2024 saw Six Flags Over Texas become a unique place to catch the total solar eclipse with rides, viewing areas and a fireworks display. The park is also continuing construction on their two new children's attractions: Sylvester & Tweety Pounce and Bounce and Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters. Six Flags Over Texas is also working on other projects as well, including EV chargers in the parking lot.

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Big DC Universe Ride Construction Updates, New Dining & Theming Upgrades | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Construction progress continues on Fiesta Texas' 2024 ride additions, along with the general retheme and expansion of the DC Universe park area. We also find new Easter eggs around the park, which include several newly-themed billboards. Also new at the park is additional dining signage, a new way to order food from your table and Hurricane Harbor-related changes as its opening day approaches.

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