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The latest Six Flags Over Texas news, trip reports and event reviews.

My Coasting for Kids Trapdoor Water Slide Challenge Completely Fails at Hurricane Harbor
In June, we participated in the Coasting for Kids fundraiser at Six Flags Over Texas. The fundraiser helps critically ill children and their families go on vacations to the Give Kids the World Village in Florida at no cost. We challenged our viewers to raise enough money to make me ride a trapdoor water slide, which I absolutely despise. Well, you did it! You raised enough money. We headed out to Hurricane Harbor San Antonio at Fiesta Texas to pay our debts, but the challenge didn't go quite as planned.

Happy 60th Birthday to Six Flags Over Texas, the Original Six Flags Park
Six Flags Over Texas officially turns 60 years old on August 5, 2021! The park was designed to depict the six sovereigns that had ruled over Texas throughout time, which were Modern (USA), Texas, Confederacy, Mexico, Spain and France.

Coasting for Kids 2021 Fundraiser, Plus Fright Fest Haunted House Tour
Join us as we participate in the Coasting for Kids 2021 fundraiser at Six Flags Over Texas. This year we were able to raise over $20,000 for the Give Kids the World Village! They are a nonprofit resort that provides cost-free vacations for critically ill children and their families.

Exploring the Three Oldest Operating Attractions at Six Flags Over Texas
Join us for a trip back in time as we kick off Six Flags Over Texas' 60th anniversary with a look at the three oldest operating attractions still existing within the park.

Frequently Asked Questions | COVID-19 Closure
With Six Flags Over Texas being closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are numerous questions that guests may have. This installment of The Queue Blog highlights several concerns, including important info for members, season pass holders, group sales events, single-day tickets, Flash Pass reservations and more.

Six Flags Membership FAQ - How to Cancel & Upgrade, Membership Rewards, Reservations
We answer many common Six Flags Membership questions, along with hands-on tutorials for cancelling or upgrading your membership, how to sign up and utilize the membership rewards program, how to make parking and water park reservations and more.

Exploring Every Souvenir Shop at Six Flags Over Texas
Join us on a tour of the entire park as we explore all the shopping locations currently offered in 2019 at Six Flags Over Texas.

The Best Family-Friendly Rides & Attractions at Six Flags Over Texas (2019)
It is no secret that Six Flags Over Texas is home to high-thrill roller coasters and attractions. However, the park is also home to a wide array of attractions fit for younger kids and families alike. This edition of The Queue Blog looks at the best family-friendly rides and attractions based off of height requirement, thrill level, and the overall experience provided.

Five Can't-Miss Activities at Holiday in the Park 2018
Holiday in the Park is perhaps the best-equipped time of year at Six Flags Over Texas in terms of entertainment and general activities that guests can enjoy while they are attending. From live shows, a real snow hill, and the Merry Marketplace, there is usually a little something for everyone.

Haunted House Ratings - Fright Fest 2018
Visitors of SFOT Source tend to ask us what we think of the haunted houses. Which one is the scariest? Which one is the most effective? Is there anything unique in any of the houses? We’ve decided to take it a step further and rate all of the haunted houses based off of a 5-point system.

Let's Discuss the New Membership Options
Our first installment will take a look at the brand new membership options that Six Flags is offering. Why? Because we get more questions about membership confusion than any other question on our social media and through direct contact! Six Flags first released the all-new Gold Plus membership by itself. Shortly after, Six Flags decided to release 3 more tiers of membership options. We will break down the options and answer many of the common questions we have had.

The Top 5 Places to Eat This Summer
Choosing a place to eat at Six Flags Over Texas can be somewhat overwhelming at times. Where is my Dining Pass accepted? Which restaurants are open? Do they have an inside, air-conditioned area on a hot day? Some of these big questions are constantly-changing variables that are hard to answer. However, we can answer many of them and also give you our recommendations for the best places to eat at the park this summer.