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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington Debuts Massive ‘Splash Island’ Family Water Playground
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington, the largest water park in North Texas, welcomes summer with the highly anticipated opening of Splash Island. The massive new family water playground provides hours of refreshing fun with 17 colorful slides and more than 100 interactive water features. Also new this year is the completely reimagined Smokehouse on the Water restaurant featuring an all-new menu consisting of brisket, pulled pork and more.
Historic Renovations Happening at Six Flags Over Texas, New Record-Breaking Dive Coaster Updates
Summer 2025 marches forward at Six Flags Over Texas and improvements throughout the park also continue. Additional track pieces for the park's 2026 record-breaking dive coaster have arrived. The construction site now also has a few footers poured with more coming soon. A new entertainment offering, Dueling Pianos, is playing at Crazy Horse Saloon for a limited time through July 27. The park's historic Southern Palace Theatre is undergoing major renovations to prepare it for future entertainment offerings.
Roller Coaster Rodeo at Fiesta Texas is the Ultimate Enthusiast Event with Tours, ERT & Food
Roller Coaster Rodeo returns to Six Flags Fiesta Texas for its 5th anniversary in 2025. This huge three-day coaster enthusiast event features exclusive ride time on every attraction in the park, plenty of behind-the-scenes tours, special perks throughout the day and many opportunities to eat. Is Roller Coaster Rodeo worth a trip? This review takes a look at all three days of the special event!
Six Flags Fiesta Texas Kicks Off Summer with Summerbration, New Fireworks Show & Continued Upgrades
Summer has arrived at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and is highlighted by Summerbration through September 1. Forever Hollywood and the all-new Blockbuster Blasts fireworks show join the park's expansive entertainment selection. Sangerfest Halle has reopened with a fresh look and new dining offerings, while work continues on upgraded drink refill stations. Stay tuned for coverage of Fiesta Texas' Roller Coaster Rodeo enthusiast event.
Giga Dive Coaster Track & Supports Arrive, Summer Off to Slow Start at Six Flags Over Texas
Summer operations have begun at Six Flags Over Texas, but there's not much happening beyond riding rides. Renovations continue at the park's entrance with a front gate refresh. El Mercado de la Plaza has reopened with improved aesthetics and work moves on with the remodel of All American Cafe. Coaster track and supports for the to-be-named giga dive coaster have also arrived in the parking lot, along with new log flume boats for El Aserradero. We also discuss huge changes coming to Six Flags with the elimination of all park president positions.