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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Six Flags Great Adventure’s Shoreline Pier Continues to Rise
Construction continues to transform Six Flags Great Adventure’s iconic Boardwalk into the all-new Shoreline Pier, with vertical progress now visible as Barrels O’ Fun begins to take shape and site work advances for additional attractions debuting this season. Following the March announcement of Shoreline Pier, crews are actively assembling Barrels O’ Fun, a new spinning family coaster featuring barrel-themed cars and nearly 1,400 feet of twisting track.
Dorney Park Reveals 2026 Season of Events, Led by New SPLASH! Water Parade
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom today announced its full 2026 events lineup, highlighted by the debut of the all-new SPLASH! Water Parade and a robust calendar of seasonal festivals, entertainment and guest-favorite traditions. The 2026 season builds on the park’s continued investment in immersive guest experiences across both parks.
Six Flags Reintroduces Park Presidents at Ten Key Properties to Strengthen Local Leadership & Enhance Guest Experience
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) today announced the reintroduction of park presidents at 10 of the company’s key properties. The change is part of a new operating structure designed to better support the unique needs of each park and strengthen performance across the company’s portfolio. It reinforces Six Flags’ commitment to being more strategic, flexible and responsive as its business continues to evolve.
How Are Ride Operations? Tormenta Construction Updates & New Spring Shows at Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas' 65th anniversary celebration continues with a large offering of new live entertainment and ongoing improvements throughout the park. We take a look at ride operations and availability as it has been a big online topic since Spring Break. Plus, construction progress continues to move forward on the record-breaking Tormenta Rampaging Run and the new Cocina Abuela restaurant.
Seven Seas Food Festival 2026 - Tons of New Menu Items, But is a Sampler Lanyard Really Worth It?
The Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld San Antonio has been reimagined for 2026, highlighting new menu offerings at food and drink booths around the park. Chef Shan uses his worldwide culinary experience to expand the festival's variety and flavors. Join us for a full tour of the festival, including more than a dozen food reviews, stopping at every booth. We rate the food, the experience, and the overall value for your dollar with the continued rise in entertainment costs.
Viva La Fiesta Brings the Rhythm, Flavor and Thrills of Fiesta to Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Six Flags Fiesta Texas will celebrate San Antonio’s most colorful season with the return of Viva La Fiesta, a lively cultural event featuring Latin-inspired entertainment, specialty food and drinks, festive décor and world-class thrills. The celebration takes place on select dates from April 3 through April 26, filling the park with music, movement and the unmistakable spirit of San Antonio.
FIRST LOOK: Six Flags Great Adventure Reveals Blue Track for New 14th Coaster at The Boardwalk
Six Flags Great Adventure is giving guests a first look at its next addition. Construction is underway on the park’s 14th roller coaster, set to debut within the newly transformed Boardwalk area. Today, the park revealed the first visual clue — a striking blue track component, offering an early look at the ride’s color and design.
A New Coaster Is Rising at Six Flags Great Adventure
Something big is beginning to rise at Six Flags Great Adventure. The park’s highly anticipated 2027 roller coaster has officially reached a major construction milestone as the project enters its first phase of vertical assembly — with the first piece now lifted into place and the ride beginning to emerge above the horizon for the first time.
A Major New Attraction Begins to Rise at Six Flags Great Adventure
Six Flags Great Adventure has reached a major milestone in the development of a significant new attraction, as the first sections of track have officially arrived on site. This marks the beginning of visible construction on a new roller coaster planned to debut in 2027. These newly delivered components signal the start of an exciting new build that will continue to progress in the coming months.
Six Flags Great Adventure Reveals Return of ‘Wild’ Ride and Guest Experience Upgrades for the Upcoming Season
Six Flags Great Adventure is preparing for an exciting season ahead with a slate of new and returning experiences designed to elevate every visit—from immersive wildlife encounters and iconic attraction enhancements to expanded dining, entertainment spaces, and major infrastructure upgrades. This unveiling marks the first of a series of exciting announcements the theme park will share this spring.
Fast Lane is Here, What's the Park's Next New Attraction? | Fiesta Texas February Updates
2026 sees the final integrations of Cedar Fair and Six Flags legacy parks. Six Flags Fiesta Texas recently introduced Fast Lane to replace their Flash Pass system, along with changes to dining plans and drink plans. We also take a look at other park projects, including the refurbishment of multiple rides as winter operations continue on.
Six Flags Over Texas Completes World’s Tallest Vertical Coaster Loop for Tormenta Rampaging Run
Six Flags Over Texas announced the completion of the world’s tallest roller coaster vertical loop, an 18-story, 179-foot steel structure that now dominates the Dallas–Fort Worth skyline and marks a major construction milestone for the record-breaking Tormenta Rampaging Run set to open later this year. The park commemorated the achievement last night with a dramatic countdown led by Park Manager Mark Boyer.
Biggest Changes Coming to Six Flags Parks in 2026 | Know Before You Go
The 2026 season has already started at some Six Flags theme parks with important changes coming down the line. Learn about Fast Lane taking over Flash Pass, changes to the dining plan for legacy memberships and a new mobile app that combines all legacy Cedar Fair parks into one.
Parks Unveil New Benefits for Gold Passes and Memberships, and Limited-Time Free Upgrades at Select Locations This Spring
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN), North America’s largest regional amusement park operator, today announced a significant enhancement to its Gold season passes and memberships with the launch of regional park access, delivering even greater flexibility, variety and value for guests. Additionally, the company will offer a limited-time spring promotion enabling guests to purchase a Gold season pass for the price of a Silver pass at select Six Flags parks.
The Biggest Mardi Gras Festival in Texas Returns to Six Flags Fiesta Texas February 7 to March 15
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is set to unleash the vibrant spirit of New Orleans as its annual Mardi Gras Festival returns on select dates Feb. 7 through March 15. The celebration brings bigger energy, bolder flavors and blockbuster entertainment, including the internationally acclaimed Voodoo Dolls, winner of the prestigious Golden Ticket Award for Best New Show.
Tormenta Rampaging Run at Six Flags Over Texas Tops off 309-Feet High Lift Hill
The lift hill of Tormenta Rampaging Run, the world’s tallest, fastest, longest and first-ever giga (300+-foot-tall) dive coaster, reached its peak early this morning. This “topping off” marks the completion of the lift hill that will begin riders’ journey through the running of the bulls at Six Flags Over Texas’ re-imagined Spain area, Rancho de la Tormenta.
Family Fun and Festive Cheer Highlight Holiday in the Park 2025 at Six Flags Over Texas
Holiday in the Park celebrates its 40th anniversary at Six Flags Over Texas, taking place now through December 31. Experience thousands of new decorations, Christmas lights, holiday foods and live entertainment. Merry Main Street debuts and features visits with Santa Claus, cookie decorating and new Christmas store. Join us for a second look at Holiday in the Park to experience new food offerings and a Christmas light tour of the park.
Decades Worth of Improvements Transforming Six Flags Over Texas, Tormenta First Drop Almost Complete
Six Flags Over Texas enhancements continue at a staggering rate, creating transformations that would typically play out over a couple decades. Several buildings have been remodeled, including most facades in Texas and along Smith Street. Other projects, such as the El Aserradero refresh, new dining and shopping signage and spruced up landscaping, are also in progress. Tormenta Rampaging Run construction moves forward as the first drop has nearly been topped off, marking the coaster's tallest point.
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Fiesta Texas Named One of Nation’s Best by USA TODAY
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is celebrating a major holiday honor: Holiday in the Park has been ranked No. 8 in the nation in the USA TODAY 10Best Theme Park Holiday Event Awards. This recognition highlights the park’s commitment to creating one of the most spectacular seasonal experiences in the country. Holiday in the Park runs select evenings from Nov. 22 through Dec. 23, followed by New Year’s Eve celebrations Dec. 26 through Jan. 4.
Six Flags Appoints John Reilly President and Chief Executive Officer
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) (the “Company”, “Six Flags” or the “Combined Company”), the largest regional amusement park operator in North America, today announced the appointment of John Reilly as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective December 8, 2025. Mr. Reilly will also join the Six Flags Board of Directors (the “Board”) at that time. The appointment concludes a robust succession planning process led by the Six Flags Board with the assistance of a leading global executive search firm.