Park News
The latest Six Flags Over Texas news, trip reports and event reviews.
Ride Spotlight - Aquaman: Power Wave | North America's First of its Kind!
Aquaman: Power Wave is the first ride of its kind to debut in North America. Built by Mack Rides, this high-thrill PowerSplash attraction features both forwards and backwards launches, reaching top speeds of sixty-three miles per hour. The water coaster also includes two spikes that stand at 148 feet tall and send riders plummeting ninety degrees. After multiple launches along the attraction’s 712-foot track, Aquaman: Power Wave ends with a huge splashdown.
Judge Roy Scream Reopens, New Restaurants & Food, Ride Lockers Coming Soon
Upgrades continue to take place at Six Flags Over Texas, including fresh paint, more flat ride refurbishments, new dining locations and food offerings and the addition of free ride lockers to select attractions. We take a look at the progress on current refurb projects, including Runaway Mine Train and Judge Roy Scream, and check out some Spring Break and St. Patrick's Day festivities.
Six Flags Over Texas Announces Passholder Preview Dates for Aquaman: Power Wave
Six Flags Over Texas announced today that passholder previews will take place for the all-new Aquaman: Power Wave roller coaster on two weekends leading up to the ride’s grand opening. When it opens, the high-thrill Aquaman: Power Wave water coaster will be the first ride of its kind to debut in North America.
Tons of Park Upgrades Coming for 2023, New Event Details & Aquaman Updates
Six Flags Over Texas heads into 2023 with tons of planned upgrades for the new year. These include fresh paint jobs on multiple rides, two restroom remodels, upgrades and extensive refurbishments to existing roller coasters and more. On top of this, the park has announced interesting new events, such as Scream Break, that are set to debut this year. We also check out Aquaman: Power Wave, which now has entrance signage and appears close to an opening date announcement.
Mr. Freeze Closing, What's Up With Oktoberfest? Fright Fest, Aquaman Updates
Fright Fest continues to take shape at Six Flags Over Texas with confirmed haunted houses, shows and scare zones. We discuss the upcoming closure of Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast and check out Aquaman: Power Wave progress, which shows off the ride's control panel installed. Plus, new details on the park’s newest event: Oktoberfest.
Mr. Freeze Reopens, France Area Upgrades, New Dining & Construction Updates
Our latest visit to Six Flags Over Texas uncovers several new updates, including new upgrades to the park's France area, a look at changes in new dining locations, the status of Mr. Freeze and Titan and more. The park also continues to move forward on Aquaman: Power Wave, along with the completion of the new facade on Looney Tunes Mall.
Single Rider Lines Gone, Aquaman Construction, Updated Ride Closures
A visit to Six Flags Over Texas unveils the removal of all single rider lines at various attractions, along with a big update on current ride closures. We also follow up on the major dining and restaurant changes taking place, along with great construction updates for both Aquaman: Power Wave and Pirates of Speelunker Cave.
New Ride Construction Updates, Big Looney Tunes Mall & Front Gate Changes
Construction on new 2022 attractions continues as the entrance to Pirates of Speelunker Cave takes shape and the pad for Aquaman: Power Wave's turntable emerges. We also take a look at several other park improvements and more building and infrastructure upgrades.
Front Gate & Texas Arena Demolition, Speelunker Cave, Aquaman Updates
Join us in touring the new, opened up area at the park's front gate after some extensive building removal. We also head over to Texas Arena where crews are actively working on demolishing structures within. Other updates include a look at progress on Pirates of Speelunker Cave, Aquaman: Power Wave and more.
Aquaman Turntable Progress, Mr. Freeze Paint Job, More Building Improvements
Work has picked up on Aquaman: Power Wave and its addition of a turntable and crews continue to prep the all-new Pirates of Speelunker Cave dark ride. The new Mr. Freeze paint job has also progressed, along with the new parking lot and several building refurbishments, especially in the park's Old South section.
Park Construction & Improvements Progress, Holiday in the Park Updates
Six Flags Over Texas has taken on a number of huge construction and improvement projects throughout the park. We take a look at several, including a new Mr. Freeze paint job, progress on Pirates of Speelunker Cave and more. We also take a loop around the park and discuss offerings coming for this year's Holiday in the Park event.
Aquaman Construction Tour, Several Multi-Million Dollar Projects Under Way
Six Flags Over Texas has announced that several multi-million dollar projects are now under way at the park. These include a new Looney Tunes Mall facade, a third train for Batman: The Ride, a $2 million parking lot enhancement and more. We also take an exclusive tour of the Aquaman: Power Wave construction site.
Major Construction, Pandemonium Paint Job, Fright Fest Updates
An end-of-summer visit to Six Flags Over Texas shows off several new park projects, including new updates on Aquaman: Power Wave construction, major changes taking place to the outside of Looney Tunes Mall and a new paint job on Pandemonium. We also take a tour around the park in search of clues for this year’s Fright Fest event.
Log Flume Reopens, Mask Mandate Lifted, Best of Texas Festival Returning
This jam-packed visit to Six Flags Over Texas features a look at both the reopening of Log Flume One and the inside of Casa Magnetica. We also check out progress on other areas in the park, including Aquaman: Power Wave construction and new activity happening near the entrance of Runaway Mountain and much more.
New Year Fireworks Party, Aquaman Opening Update, New Festival Coming Soon
Six Flags Over Texas rings in the New Year with an impressive fireworks show and member party! We also check out the ending of Holiday in the Park, talk about changes to Aquaman: Power Wave's opening date and highlight the all-new Fire & Ice Winter Festival to kick off the park's 60th anniversary.
COVID Updates from Six Flags Over Texas, More Clues Point to Aquaman Opening Next Year
We head back out to Six Flags Over Texas now that they've been reopened for a couple of weeks. How are safety standards and guidelines being upheld with all the new actions taking place in the state? Also, we take a look at several clues that point to Aquaman: Power Wave not opening until 2021.
Six Flags Over Texas Reopens During the Pandemic, Is Aquaman Opening Next Year Instead?
Join us for a look at Six Flags Over Texas’ COVID-19 safety policies and guidelines as they reopen to the public. Mobile ordering has also expanded at Six Flags Over Texas, covering over forty dining locations. The latest Aquaman: Power Wave construction update shows halted progress, along with other signs that it may not open in 2020.
VIDEO: Aquaman Track Install Complete, Mobile Ordering, Spring Break Begins
Spring Break is in full swing at Six Flags Over Texas, the final support pieces and track has been installed at Aquaman: Power Wave, mobile food ordering is now live at NINE different dining locations and more.
VIDEO: Aquaman: Power Wave Spike & Track Installation Begins, Other Updates
Aquaman: Power Wave, the park's new Mack PowerSplash roller coaster for 2020, is being rapidly constructed! This week, one of the ride's 148-foot-tall spikes, along with several track pieces, have now been quickly installed. Plus, other refurbishment notes and in-park project progress.
VIDEO: Aquaman: Power Wave Now Going Vertical, Other Park Updates
Vertical construction is under way for Aquaman: Splash Down as the first support pieces have been installed. Six Flags Over Texas is also working on other in-park projects/refurbishments. Plus, we try out a new food option, available on the Dining Pass, at Texas Taco Bar.