Six Flags Over Texas News
Stay up to date on everything happening at Six Flags Over Texas. For over 16 years, Guide to SFOT has been a source of independent news and info for the Arlington, TX theme park, from breaking updates and trip reports to in-depth articles and editorials.
Shock Wave VR Switching to Augmented Reality for 2017
In 2016 Six Flags debuted virtual reality on Shock Wave with Samsung Gear VR headsets that played an alien-inspired video during rides. The park is evolving the experience for 2017 with Galactic Attack Virtual Reality Coaster. The new VR experience will feature...
Joker Structure Completed, Trains On Site
Construction crews recently installed the final piece of structure for the Joker, completing the ride in impressive time. Crews have also starting assembling pieces of the trains together. The park also published a POV video of some...
January Job Fair
Six Flags is holding its annual off-season job fair and hiring event over the next three Saturdays. Interested applicants should apply online and will be able to interview in person (where many positions offer on-the-spot hiring). The dates of the fair are: Saturday,...
The Joker: December Construction Update
December construction update for the New-for-2017 roller coaster The Joker at Six Flags over Texas.
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...