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Six Flags Over Texas 65th Birthday Celebration; Exploring the Park's Historical Rides & Icons
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Six Flags Over Texas 65th Birthday Celebration; Exploring the Park's Historical Rides & Icons

Six Flags Over Texas, the original Six Flags theme park, celebrated its 65th birthday on August 5. Park president Pete Carmichael and Arlington mayor Jim Ross gave remarks before a confetti-filled opening. Six Flags Over Texas is home to several historical rides and attractions, including Casa Magnetica, Runaway Mine Train, Southern Palace Theatre and El Sombrero. Join us for a tour of several foundational park attractions that are still active today.

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New Runaway Mountain Sign & Working Waterfall, Speelunkers Tease & More | Six Flags Over Texas
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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.

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