News, Reviews & Series
The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Schwarzkopf's Big Bend Roller Coaster | History of Six Flags Series
Big Bend, a Schwarzkopf Speed Racer roller coaster, called Six Flags Over Texas home from 1971 to 1979. When it opened, it was the park's tallest and fastest roller coaster. Big Bend reached a top speed of 52 miles per hour, climbed up to 81 feet tall and featured 2,876 feet of track. The attraction also included cutting-edge technology with multiple electric spiraling lift hills. Join us for a look at back the iconic Big Bend roller 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.
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.
North Texas' Newest Roller Coaster, Prairie Screamer, Now Open at Traders Village
Originally opened in 1973, Traders Village in Grand Prairie, Texas is home to Prairie Playland. This small amusement park is home to over a dozen rides and attractions, including the new Prairie Screamer roller coaster. Standing 90 feet tall, Prairie Screamer reaches speeds of 50 miles per hour with an 80-foot first drop.
Knoebels Amusement Resort Celebrates Its 95th Anniversary, History Museum Tour with Knoebels Family
Knoebels Amusement Resort, located in Elysburg, PA, is a family-owned park that first opened its doors in 1926. Today's park boasts over sixty rides and attractions, including six roller coasters. Knoebels is also home to the top-ranked Phoenix wooden roller coaster, along with the best-ranked carousel in the world. The park's unique charm continues to live on in its free admission, ride ticket booklets, and old-fashioned attractions. Also, join us for a history museum tour with the Knoebels family.
Bigfoot on the Strip | A Drop Tower with ONLY Seatbelts & More (Branson, MO)
Bigfoot on the Strip is a great attraction located in Branson, Missouri. This location includes an intense drop tower and slingshot attraction as well as mini golf, a maze, interactive tours, and much more. Enjoy a POV of Bigfoot's most unique attractions: Gravity Bomb and Super Sling.
Knoebels Amusement Resort - Roller Coaster Road Trip (Day 1)
We visit Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elsyburg, PA for day one of our roller coaster road trip. Sitting at over 90 years old, Knoebels is a great family-owned theme park with a great selection of roller coasters and other attractions.
ZDT's Amusement Park in Seguin, Texas
We visit ZDT's Amusement Park, a family-owned park located in Seguin, Texas. ZDT's features Switchback, the world's first and only wooden shuttle coaster, go carts, flat rides, and even a water coaster and other water slides.