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A Very Hot Late-August Update: Fright Fest Construction and More

Aug 18, 2024 | 0 Comments

Augusts in Texas are known for their brutal heat, so we expected nothing less during our visit to Six Flags over Texas on Sunday, August 18, 2024. After all, a National Weather Service heat warning was in effect for an expected high of 104°F. We have long suggested...

How the Six Flags/Cedar Fair Merger Impacts Admission Options

Aug 14, 2024

Ever since the announcement dropped for Six Flags and Cedar Fair theme park chains merging late last year, one of the main questions passholders have had was how it would impact season passes and memberships. Wonder no more, as this article will dive into all the...

Six Flags over Texas Unveils Fright Fest 2024 Plans

Jul 16, 2024

Six Flags over Texas unveiled some of their plans today for Fright Fest 2024. Last month we posted the announcement from Six Flags corporate outlining a slew of new haunted attractions with familiar IP, but it was unclear at that time what (if anything) would be...

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Ample Patience Required for Fright Fest

by BrandonR | October 15, 2024 | Park Pulse | 0 Comments

Fright Fest 2024 attendees will need to practice extreme patience during their visit to the popular event. Visitors are reporting extreme crowds and lines, including 2-3 hour traffic jams between exiting highways and getting into the parking lot. Park entry lines have extended back into the overflow lot. Ride wait times are topping 2 hours as well. Plan accordingly!

Chaperone Policy Announced for Fright Fest

by BrandonR | August 30, 2024 | Park Pulse | 0 Comments

Following the lead of several other parks in the chain, Six Flags over Texas announced a new chaperone policy new chaperone policy for Fright Fest.

Parking Prices Reduced

by BrandonR | August 16, 2024 | Park Pulse | 0 Comments

Positive changes under the combined Six Flags/Cedar Fair regime continue, with Six Flags over Texas unexpectedly dropping its parking prices. General parking has dropped from $45 to $30, and Preferred Parking has dropped from $55 to $45.

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Entertainment Page Updates

Oct 13, 2024 | Site Updates

We’ve revamped our Entertainment Page which lists current shows and all the park’s entertainment venues. More updates will continue to follow as the park seems to put a renewed focus on shows!

New Parking Page Added

Apr 21, 2024 | Site Updates

Parking at Six Flags over Texas has never been easier with our new Parking Page, featuring all the info you need when visiting the park.

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7 Animals you Might Encounter at Six Flags over Texas

Although the early Six Flags over Texas relied on animals to power several of its rides and entertain guests, the modern day park delivers its thrills with roller coasters. But that's not to say you won't see any animals during your trip. As Arlington rapidly...

Holiday in the Park on Black Friday

Holiday in the Park 2023 is in full swing at Six Flags over Texas, so we visited the park the day after Thanksgiving to see what's new, what's back, and what's gone compared to prior years' events. While visitors to the park reported light crowds at park opening, this...

The Pink Thing: a Six Flags over Texas Original

A brief history of the Pink Thing, the persevering frozen treat unique to Six Flags over Texas.

Titan Turns 20 – A Look Back

As the Titan roller coaster turns 20 in 2021, we take a look back at the early rumors and follow it through its construction.

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