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.
Mr. Freeze Changes Incoming?
A cryptic Instagram post from regional manager Jeffrey Siebert has fans trying to decipher its meaning, consisting of the word "FREEZE" in a block of ice and accompanying text of "Brace for a chill, a freeze is coming." UPDATE: Additional posts have confirmed this to...
New Six Flags CEO Named
Six Flags has appointed John Reilly as CEO, following the departure of Richard Zimmerman, who served in the role for four years. Reilly brings over 30 years of experience in the theme park industry, including leadership positions at SeaWorld, Palace Entertainment, and...
Free Admission for First Responders
Six Flags over Texas is offering free admission for law enforcement, EMTs, and firefighters (plus a guest) from 11/23-11/26, 2025. Tickets must be redeemed at Guest Relations with a valid work ID. First responders may purchase up to six more tickets for just $19.99...
What to Expect at Holiday in the Park 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...
40th Annual Holiday in the Park Begins November 23
Holiday in the Park 2025 is set to be the biggest ever, with this year marking the 40th anniversary of the event which Six Flags over Texas started back in 1985. To celebrate the momentous event, hundreds of new decorations are being installed alongside 2.5 million...
Final Weekend for Fright Fest and other Fall Events
The final weekend of Fall events is upon us, with Sunday, November 2 being the last day to experience Fright Fest, Tricks and Treats, and Oktoberfest at Six Flags over Texas. Fright Fest provides the full Halloween experience, with the park fully decorated for the...
Two More Weeks of Fright Fest
There are just two more weekends left to experience all the Fall festivities at Six Flags over Texas, including Fright Fest, Oktoberfest, and Tricks and Treats. Be sure to check them out before they disappear!
Tormenta Rampaging Run Construction Achieves Key Milestone
Six Flags over Texas' New for 2026 coaster Tormenta Rampaging Run just achieved a key milestone by installing the first pieces of track. The park broke the news on social media on October 7, 2025: One of the first two pieces installed was the track piece previously on...
Tormenta Track Installation Begins
Another Tormenta Rampaging Run milestone was achieved with the first track pieces being installed, one of which features the signatures of hundreds of guests attending the announcement event. The massive crane that will erect the 309' lift hill and first drop has also...
Fall Daytime Activities at Six Flags over Texas
Our exclusive video guide to Six Flags over Texas’ Fall family-friendly daytime events: Oktoberfest and Tricks and Treats.
Tormenta Rampaging Run Announced as 2026 Record-Breaking Dive Coaster
Six Flags over Texas made things official yesterday by announcing Tormenta Rampaging Run as the multi-record breaking new-for-2026 ride. Much of the announcement lined up with what had been gathered through FAA and trademark filings, but it ultimately revealed the...
Conquistador Closing
Conquistador will not return as part of the New for 2026 ride construction and reimagining of the Spain area, the park has confirmed in a social media post. Initially the ride was intended to remain, but it's likely that further evaluations deemed it unfeasible for...