Holiday in the Park
November 24 to December 31, 2024
Holiday in the Park returns to Six Flags Over Texas on select dates from November 24 to December 31. The festive end-of-year event features seven new family-friendly entertainment offerings, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, holiday overlays on several park attractions and Christmas lights throughout the park. For older guests, experience the reimagined Merry Marketplace for food and adult beverages in Boomtown or venture through Krampus in Paradise, the event’s holiday haunted house.
Holiday in the Park originated during the 1985 season at Six Flags Over Texas and has been a park staple ever since. The event has expanded over the years to include thousands of Christmas lights, specialized foods, live entertainment and many other family-friendly activities.
In 1988, AstroWorld in Houston was the second park to introduce the Holiday in the Park concept, followed by Six Flags Over Georgia in 1989. Today, the festive event takes place at nearly a dozen Six Flags parks across the chain.
Some iconic pieces of Holiday in the Park have unfortunately met their demise, including the Texas Chute Out Christmas tree lined with red string lights and a star on top, the Parade of Trees, the impressive Lionel Holiday Model Train Display and Frosty Snow Hill. Unforgettable entertainment, such as Best Time of the Year, is fondly remembered by guests. The park’s 2021 production of Christmas at the Southern Palace marked the first time Six Flags Over Texas had been awarded “Best New Show” by Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Awards.
Live Entertainment
Holiday in the Park features seven new live entertainment offerings to celebrate the occasion. Shows are free with park admission.
FROST
New for 2024, FROST takes over Southern Palace Theatre with a holiday twist on cirque. Experience dancers, impressive balancing acts and gravity-defying jumps and acrobatics.
| 3:00pm, 5:00pm, 7:00pm |
Holly Jolly Trolley
New for 2024, Holly Jolly Trolley is a lively musical production that brings nostalgic, old-fashioned charm to the holiday celebration to the Silver Star Mall.
| 3:00pm, 4:30pm, 7:00pm, 8:30pm |
The MistleTones
New for 2024, catch this trio of seasonal songstresses at the Court House Stage as they perform holiday favorites in the style of the 1940s.
| 1:45pm, 3:15pm, 4:45pm, 7:15pm |
Polar Party
Polar Party, taking place near Bugs Bunny Boomtown, features a high-intensity dance crew, interactive games and nightly prizes.
| 2:00pm, 3:30pm, 5:00pm, 7:30pm |
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Returning for 2024, head to the Silver Star Mall to experience a tree lighting ceremony that includes live performances and an exciting light show.
| 6:00pm |
‘Twas: A Merry Mishap
New for 2024 near Bugs Bunny Boomtown, this show features a modern and comical twist on ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.
| 2:30pm, 4:00pm, 5:30pm, 8:00pm |
Yule Logs
New for 2024, take a break from Holiday in the Park’s hustle and bustle with this musical duo that plays fireside tunes in a reimagined Merry Marketplace.
| 1:30pm, 3:00pm, 4:30pm, 6:30pm, 8:00pm |
Please Note: Show schedule is subject to change due to weather, technical difficulties, changes in the park's operating schedule, etc. Please contact the main park for all up-to-date details.
Holiday Activities
Six Flags Over Texas fills the park with other interactive activities geared towards families and younger park-goers. Older guests can also enjoy specialty food and a holiday-themed haunt.
The Drive-In Theater
New for 2024, enjoy drive-in movies while sitting in a Chaparral Antique Car as holiday classics play on the big screen in front of Pandemonium.
Holidaze Dance Party
The Holidaze Dance party returns for Holiday in the Park 2024, featuring the Looney Tunes and special characters.
| 1:00pm |
Krampus in Paradise
The festive-themed haunted house concept returns for Holiday in the Park 2024, allowing fear-seekers a visit with Santa’s spooky counterpart.
| 5:00pm to Park Close |
Merry Marketplace
Merry Marketplace, spanning throughout the park’s Boomtown section, features four specialty food locations, merchandize, local craft vendors and a glassblower.
Midway Merriment
Interact and take photos with several holiday-themed characters, including Jack Frost, the Sugar Plum Fairy and Ebenezer Scrooge.
Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen
Families and young guests can head to Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen at the Crazy Horse Saloon to decorate and keep their own Christmas cookies and holiday creations.
| Additional Fee |
North Pole Post Office
Younger guests can stop by the North Pole Post Office to write letters to Santa and make handmade gifts near Pirates of Speelunker Cave.
Ride Overlays
Several attractions throughout the park, including Christmas in Speelunker Cave, Dino Holiday Safari and Runaway Mountain feature holiday overlays.
Storytime with Mrs. Claus
Mrs. Claus shares her favorite holiday stories, suitable for younger park guests, at the Crazy Horse Saloon.
| 1:15pm, 2:15pm, 3:15pm, 4:15pm, 5:15pm, 6:15pm, 7:15pm |
Visits with Santa Claus
The holidays aren’t complete without a visit and photo session with the jolly man himself. Santa Claus can be found at the Crazy Horse Saloon.
| Additional Fee |
Specialty Food & Drink
Holiday in the Park includes a handful of specialty food and drink offerings at various dining locations.
Big D Kettle Corn (Merry Marketplace)
Freshly-Popped Kettle Corn
Original, black pepper, cinnamon toast, caramel apple, honey habanero, salted caramel, jingle bells (apple, cherry and caramel), hot chocolate
Casa de las Banderas
Grandma’s Cookies
Choice of peanut butter or chocolate chip
Holiday Cherry Churro
Topped with whipped cream and holiday sprinkles, served with warm cherry pie filling
Cozy Cafe
Soup - Regular Bowl or a Sourdough Bread Bowl
Tomato Bisque, Broccoli & Cheddar, Chicken Noodle, Frito Pie
BBQ Brisket Baked Potato
Topped with butter, cheese, chopped brisket, BBQ sauce & sour cream
Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potato
Topped with creamy broccoli cheddar soup
Loaded Baked Potato
Topped with butter, cheese, bacon, chives & sour cream
Crazy Horse Saloon
Hot Chocolate
Peppermint Patty Drink
Hot chocolate, peppermint schnapps and vodka with a crushed peppermint rim
Spiked Egg Nog
Egg nog with a shot of Fireball whiskey and a sprinkle of cinnamon
Kringle Cranberry Shot
Cranberry vodka, triple sec, cranberry and lime juice
Dry Hole Charlie’s
Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich
Turkey topped with stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy and lettuce on a brioche bun, served with waffle fries
Etienne’s Cafe
Turtle Beignets
Topped with caramel buttercream, chocolate chips, pecans, whipped cream and chocolate drizzle
Macho Nacho
Holiday Tamale Plate
Three tamales with the choice of hatch green chile and Monterey jack cheese, shredded beef, roasted pork or hatch green chile and chicken. Topped with queso con carne, served with Mexican rice.
Gingerbread Churro
Topped with gingerbread crumbles, served with vanilla dipping sauce
Peppermint Churro
Topped with chocolate sauce and crushed peppermint
Merry Marketplace Boomtown Booths
Nutella Cheesecake Fries
Funnel cake fries topped with Nutella cheesecake drizzle, graham cracker crumble, powdered sugar, whipped topping and holiday sprinkles
Peppermint Bark Funnel Cake Fries
Funnel cake fries topped with chocolate sauce, crushed peppermint, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, whipped cream, a peppermint bark square and chocolate sprinkles
S’mores Funnel Cake Fries
Funnel cake fries topped with chocolate sauce, powdered sugar, toasted marshmallows, Hershey’s chocolate and graham crackers
Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl
Tomato Bisque, Broccoli & Cheddar, Chicken Noodle, Frito Pie
Miss Abby’s
Snickerdoodle Sundae
Cinnamon twist ice cream, topped with snickerdoodle crumble, caramel sauce and whipped cream
Smith Street Ice Cream Parlor
Snickerdoodle Sundae
Cinnamon twist ice cream, topped with snickerdoodle crumble, caramel sauce and whipped cream
Event Reviews & Media
Video reviews and photo albums from current and past seasons of Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas.
Huge Entertainment Changes Come to Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas, Full Event Review
Holiday in the Park 2023 - Great Shows, New Food, But Where Are The Lights?
An Interesting Final Visit to Holiday in the Park 2022
Additional Holiday in the Park Galleries
2020 Season | 2019 Season | 2018 Season | 2017 Season | 2016 Season | 2006 Season | 2005 Season | 2004 Season
Tips & FAQ
Helpful information to get the most out of your visit to this year’s Holiday in the Park event at Six Flags Over Texas.
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Holiday in the Park operates on select dates from November 24 to December 31 during the 2024 season. A full calendar of operating hours can be found at the park's main website.
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Every ride is scheduled to operate with the exception of water attractions and the Oil Derrick. Some rides, such as Mr. Freeze and Judge Roy Scream, will not operate in colder temperatures. We recommend downloading the Six Flags mobile app for up-to-date ride closure information.
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Holiday in the Park remains one of Six Flags Over Texas’ most popular times of the year. Dates prior to Thanksgiving are typically less busy. However, as the calendar approaches Christmas, Holiday in the Park will become increasingly more crowded. Sunday is always less busy than Saturday.
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A highlight of the holiday season is the park’s live entertainment offerings. We recommend arriving to venues earlier than usual to ensure you have a good view. Please note that some outdoor venues, such as Silver Star Carousel Stage and Court House Stage, have incredibly limited seating and viewing areas. Full show schedules can be found in the Live Entertainment section above.