News, Reviews & Series
The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Amazing New Shows & Christmas Tree, New Parade & More | Holiday in the Park, Six Flags Over Texas
Holiday in the Park is in full swing at Six Flags Over Texas. This year's holiday event features a slate of completely new entertainment offerings, including Christmas at the Southern Palace and the Holly Jolly Holiday Parade. We also check out the park's all-new Christmas tree, specialty food offerings, the Nochebuena overlay at Casa Magnetica, decor, holiday activities and more.
Aquaman Turntable Progress, Mr. Freeze Paint Job, More Building Improvements | Six Flags Over Texas
Construction projects at Six Flags Over Texas continue to move at a rapid pace. Work has picked up on Aquaman: Power Wave and its addition of a turntable and crews continue to prep the all-new Pirates of Speelunker Cave dark ride. The new Mr. Freeze paint job has also progressed, along with several building refurbishments, especially in the park's Old South section. Six Flags Over Texas also continues the parking lot makeover and construction of a new perimeter fence.
Behind-the-Scenes Tidal Surge Construction Tour, SeaWorld San Antonio's Christmas Celebration
Join us for a behind-the-scenes construction tour of SeaWorld San Antonio's newest addition, Tidal Surge. Reaching heights of 135 feet and top speeds of 68 miles per hour, Tidal Surge will be the tallest and fastest S&S Screamin' Swing attraction ever constructed when it opens. We also enjoy the park's Christmas Celebration event. Our adventure includes a look at a special pin scavenger hunt, live entertainment offerings, the Sesame Street parade, tons of Christmas lights and more.
Holiday in the Park 2021 Opening Weekend at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Holiday in the Park takes place at Six Flags Fiesta Texas now through the beginning of January. Join us for an in-depth look at the park's decor and Christmas lights, daytime and nighttime activities, new and returning live entertainment offerings, booths for the Taste of Holiday in the Park food festival and more.
Dr. D's Cliffhanger, Poltergeist, Sangerfest Halle, Primo's Remodel Updates | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
This jam-packed update from Six Flags Fiesta Texas takes a look at several projects happening around the park, including Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger construction, more new theming for Poltergeist, the remodel progress of Sangerfest Halle and Primo's Pizzeria, fresh paint throughout Crackaxle Canyon and Los Festivales and more.
Park Construction & Improvements Progress, Holiday in the Park Updates | Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas has taken on a number of huge construction and improvement projects throughout the park. We take a look at several, including new paint on buildings, new fencing around the park's perimeter, pathway expansions, a new Mr. Freeze paint job, progress on Pirates of Speelunker Cave and more. We also take a loop around the park and discuss entertainment offerings and other activities coming for this year's Holiday in the Park event.
Major Fiesta Texas Construction Updates, Unveiling New 30th Anniversary Merchandise
This in-depth update takes a look at the major construction projects currently happening at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Included is the demolition of the front gate ticket booths and Sangerfest Halle Stage, along with updates to some of the park's dining locations and fresh paint. We also unveil our exclusive 30th anniversary merchandise, set to release at the top of 2022, that highlights iconic Fiesta Texas attractions from the park's past.
Fright Fest 2021 at Frontier City Theme Park | Oklahoma City, OK
We head to Frontier City, a Six Flags Theme Park, for the first time in a year to enjoy Fright Fest 2021! Join us for a look at several of the park's roller coasters and attractions, along with a handful of their haunted houses, scare zones and other Fright Fest offerings. Frontier City Theme Park was originally constructed in 1958 as a Route 66 attraction. Today, the park is home to five roller coasters and over twenty-five attractions in total. Fright Fest operates through October 31.
New Park Updates, Scare Zone Changes, More Haunted House Reviews | Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest
We take another visit out to Six Flags Over Texas for their 2021 Fright Fest event. While at the park, we check out the new Diamond Member Lounge, along with other infrastructural improvements in progress. Also, join us for a second tour of scare zones, along with updated haunted house reviews. Fright Fest takes place now through October 31.
Fright Fest 2021 - Immersive New Scare Zones, Monster Mash Bash Returns | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
We venture into the nighttime festivities of Fright Fest 2021 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas to check out the event's spooky offerings. Join us for an in-depth look at the park's new, immersive scare zones, a review on several of the haunted houses and a look at both the return of The Awakening, Monster Mash Bash and the Frightful Finale. Fright Fest 2021 operates now through October 31.
Fright Fest 2021 - New Live Shows, Daytime Activities & Event Tour | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Fright Fest takes place at Six Flags Fiesta Texas now through October 31. During the day, the park features several family-friendly activities, including the Looney Tunes Twick-or-Tweat Trail and award-winning live entertainment. Join us for a daytime tour of Fiesta Texas' 2021 Fright Fest event, along with tours of scare zones and haunted houses.
Major Construction Updates, In-Depth Bier Festival Review | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Earlier this year, Fiesta Texas announced their next major roller coaster, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger. We check out the progress on the construction of this new dive coaster, along with the demolition of Sundance Theatre and the upgrade and paint job taking place at Poltergeist. Also, join us for an in-depth review of the park's Bier Festival. We venture to all of the festival booths and try several of the event's great food offerings.
Aquaman Construction Tour, Several Multi-Million Dollar Projects Under Way | Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas has announced that several multi-million dollar projects are now under way at the park! These include a new Looney Tunes Mall facade, a third train for Batman: The Ride, a $2 million enhancement for the parking lot, paint projects for the park's major attractions and more. We also take an exclusive tour of the Aquaman: Power Wave construction site. This all-new roller coaster is scheduled to open by the end of summer 2022.
Fright Fest 2021 - Haunted House Reviews, Scare Zones & Live Shows | Six Flags Over Texas
Fright Fest 2021 is in full force at Six Flags Over Texas as we enjoy the nighttime, spooky portion of the event. Join us for a review of several haunted houses, including the all-new Labsics: Classified and the Do Drop Inn. We also venture through all of the park's scare zones, though some changes have been made with safety as the top priority. Finally, we check out other attractions, such as the Vampire Bar and all-new entertainment offerings.
Fright Fest 2021 - Casa Magnetica Overlay, Daytime Family-Friendly Activities | Six Flags Over Texas
Join us for a daytime look of Fright Fest 2021 at Six Flags Over Texas. We take a tour around the park to show off family-friendly activities, including Looney Tunes Spooky Town and entertainment. We also check out the daytime looks of scare zones and haunted house entrances, along with a POV of the limited-run Dia de los Muertos overlay currently inside Casa Magnetica.
One Week Away From Fright Fest 2021, More Big Construction Updates | Six Flags Over Texas
Fright Fest begins next Saturday and we head out to Six Flags Over Texas to discover new event details. Several new themed pieces, including more haunted house and scare zone clues, have popped up around the park. A couple new changes, including RFID readers on souvenir cups, are now present. We also take a look at Pandemonium's paint job progress, Looney Tunes Mall and new activity happening at Antique Emporium.
Major Construction, Pandemonium Paint Job, Fright Fest Updates | Six Flags Over Texas
An end-of-summer visit to Six Flags Over Texas shows off several new projects at the park! We find crews once again working on Aquaman: Power Wave as prep for turntable installation is under way. Major construction is also taking place on the exterior of Looney Tunes Mall and the Pandemonium roller coaster is also being repainted. We take a tour around the park to find clues for this year's Fright Fest event, along with showing off confirmed attractions and shows.
Happy 60th Birthday to Six Flags Over Texas, the Original Six Flags Park
Six Flags Over Texas officially turns 60 years old on August 5, 2021! The park was designed to depict the six sovereigns that had ruled over Texas throughout time, which were Modern (USA), Texas, Confederacy, Mexico, Spain and France. Unveiling a well-rounded park was important to Wynne. Several rides were designed to replicate "real" experiences from their located park area. Shops and dining locations also follow the formula, featuring the appropriate food and souvenir offerings. Each park area also featured themed street performances and in-depth landscaping. Join us for a trip through time as we showcase a number of highlights from the park's 60 years.
Six Flags Over Texas Announces 'Pirates of Speelunker Cave' Ride
Six Flags Over Texas, the Thrill Capital of Texas, celebrated its 60th anniversary today by announcing that an all-new ride experience will make its debut for the 2022 season. Pirates of Speelunker Cave, is a state-of-the-art attraction that will place guests squarely in the middle of a pirate treasure hunt thwarted by resident Speelunkers. This exciting, new attraction is the second new ride announced at the park and is scheduled to open early in 2022.
60th Anniversary Announcement - Pirates of Speelunker Cave Coming in 2022! | Six Flags Over Texas
On Thursday, August 5, Six Flags Over Texas park president Ron McKenzie made an exciting announcement about what lies ahead and pay honor to how it all began at the park. On top of information regarding upcoming events and the progress of Aquaman: Power Wave, McKenzie also announced the return of the Speelunkers! This time, they will be integrated with a pirate theme and taking back their home location most recently occupied by Gold River Adventure.