Park News & Articles
Stay up to date on everything happening at Six Flags Over Texas. For over 16 years, Guide to SFOT has been an independent source for news at the Arlington, TX theme park, from breaking updates and trip reports to in-depth articles and editorials.
Park Closed 12/18 Due to Frigid Temperatures
Six Flags over Texas announced it wouldn't be opening Sunday, December 18 due to frigid temperatures. Sub-freezing temperatures and wind resulting in near-0°F windchill would result in many rides not operating and safety issues with guests.
Holiday in the Park Starts November 19
Six Flags over Texas' annual Christmas celebration Holiday in the Park starts November 19th and runs until January 1st this year. Check out our guide to start planning your holiday fun!
Fright Fest Kicks off Saturday
Six Flags over Texas' annual Halloween celebration Fright Fest for 2016 begins Saturday, September 24th and runs until October 31st. New shows, haunted houses, scare zones, and a maze in the complete dark are but a few things guests will encounter at the park. Also...
Coming in 2017: The Joker Roller Coaster
Six Flags over Texas announced it’s getting a new roller coaster for 2017: The Joker, a 4D Free-Flying coaster that basically guarantees no two rides are the same.
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...
Six Flags over Texas Turns 55
Six Flags over Texas celebrated 55 years of operation Friday. In honor of the event the park is hosting a special event and giving away season passes for 2017.
7 Ways to Beat the Heat at Six Flags over Texas
Seven easy tips to visit Six Flags over Texas on a summer day and live to tell the tale.
Season Flash Pass Introduced
Six Flags over Texas has introduced a Season Flash Pass for the 2016 season. Similar in nature to the season dining and shopping passes, the season Flash Pass allows the owner to get a Gold-level Flash Pass during each trip to the park, cutting ride wait times in half...
New Riddler Revenge and Catwoman Whip Rides Open
Six Flags over Texas kicked off Memorial Day weekend with the public opening of the Gotham City expansion on May 28th, 2016. Two brand new rides and a re-themed third also debuted — click on each ride to learn more and see additional photos. The Riddler Revenge...
Opening Dates Announced for Gotham City Expansion, 2 New Rides
Six Flags over Texas is celebrating the expansion of Gotham City and its 2 brand new rides starting May 25th.
Riddler Revenge Construction Update and the “Perfect Storm” Weekend
We visited Six Flags over Texas during it’s “perfect storm” weekend of crowd-causing events to get an update on the New-for-2016 rides.
The 5 Oldest Rides at Six Flags over Texas
After being open for 60 years, Six Flags over Texas is chock-full of history. Numerous attractions have come and gone, but have you ever wondered what rides currently at the park have been there the longest? In this article we'll take a look at the 5 oldest...