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When will Tormenta Rampaging Run Open?

May 11, 2026 | 2 Comments

Six Flags Over Texas is set to open its biggest attraction ever—Tormenta Rampaging Run—in 2026 for the park’s 65th anniversary, but the burning question remains: when will the record-breaking roller coaster actually open? Ever since trackwork completed on the ride…

Holiday in the Park 2025 Full Trip Report

Full Holiday in the Park 2025 Trip Report

Dec 19, 2025

In 1985 Six Flags over Texas began the Holiday in the Park tradition as a festive way to celebrate Christmas and bring in guests during an otherwise slow part of the year. 40 years later, the event thrives at being a winter-time tradition for Texas families and…

What to Expect at Holiday in the Park 2025

Nov 22, 2025

Six Flags Over Texas launched its Holiday in the Park tradition way back in 1985, making 2025 the event’s 40th anniversary. And while we continue witnessing unprecedented levels of investment for the original Six Flags park—in the form of Tormenta and countless other…

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SFOT Celebrates its 65th Anniversary

by BrandonR | August 5, 2026 | Park Pulse | 0 Comments

Six Flags Over Texas celebrated its official 65th anniversary today with a small ceremony. The park originally opened on August 5, 1961 and has been thrilling guests from around the world ever since.

Christmas in July Sale

by BrandonR | July 26, 2026 | Park Pulse | 0 Comments

Six Flags Over Texas is having a Christmas in July ticket sale, allowing guests to buy a single-day SFOT ticket for $39 or a 2-day, 2-park ticket for SFOT/Hurricane Harbor for $50. Tickets can be purchased online from the official site until July 31 and the tickets can be used until September 7, 2026 (Labor Day).

Tormenta Opens to the Public

by BrandonR | July 9, 2026 | Park Pulse | 0 Comments

Tormenta Rampaging Run has finally opened to the masses as of this morning with the public grand opening ceremony. This massive new signature ride represents renewed investment in the original Six Flags park.

Tormenta Soft Opening

by BrandonR | July 3, 2026 | Park Pulse | 0 Comments

The park is currently letting season passholders and members ride Tormenta Rampaging Run as part of “technical rehearsals” according to signs at the front of the park today (July 3). The signs emphasize the ride may operate intermittently, so riders shouldn’t necessarily expect a guaranteed ride. The official public grand opening remains to be July 9.

New Tormenta Opening Date Announced

by BrandonR | July 1, 2026 | Park Pulse | 0 Comments

After a brief setback, the much-anticipated Tormenta Rampaging Run is once again set to open to the public on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Are you ready to tame the bull?

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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…

What to Expect at Six Flags over Texas in 2026

Six Flags over Texas wraps up its 2025 season on January 4, 2026, at which point the park will close throughout January and February to prepare for the 2026 season—the park’s 65th anniversary. That short offseason, a departure from year-round operation, will help the…

Return of the Pink Thing

The original flavor of the Pink Thing frozen treat is back at Six Flags over Texas in the form of ice cream!

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Seven easy tips to visit Six Flags over Texas on a summer day and live to tell the tale.

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