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Final Visit of 2023: Experiencing a Park-Wide Power Outage

Dec 29, 2023 | 0 Comments

Though Christmas has passed, Holiday in the Park at Six Flags over Texas still runs through December 31. A last-minute decision, we headed out to the park for a short visit on Thursday, December 28th (park hours: noon-8pm). We arrived around 12:45pm and beelined for…

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Could Aquaman’s Replacement Rumors be True?

Could Aquaman’s Replacement Rumors be True?

May 11, 2019

Aquaman Splashdown appears to be seeing its final days at Six Flags over Texas. Last seen operating in 2018, the park has removed the water ride’s pumps and signature Aquaman statue. But what will take its place for 2020 or beyond? In this post we’ll analyze one…

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SFOT Celebrates its 65th Anniversary

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

Six Flags Over Texas celebrated it’s 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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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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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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.

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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…

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Oktoberfest, Fright Fest, and Other Early Fall Updates

Regardless of the temperature readings, the Fall season is in full effect at Six Flags over Texas, with Oktoberfest and Fright Fest both running. We visited the park in mid September to catch up on all the capital improvements going on, as well as experiencing…

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Guide to SFoT is the ultimate, unofficial guide to the Six Flags over Texas theme park. We offer high-quality articles, news, editorials, photos, videos, special features, trip tips, history, and more related to the original Six Flags park in Arlington, Texas. Whether you’re a casual parkgoer looking to plan a trip, or a hardcore Six Flags over Texas fan seeking construction updates and new ride rumors, you’ll find the latest unbiased, independent information at Guide to SFoT. For more information, see our About Us page.