Park News
The latest Six Flags Over Texas news, trip reports and event reviews.
Exploring the Park's New Flash Pass System
accesso, the company that operates Six Flags’ Flash Pass system, recently rolled out a brand new Flash Pass watch band to Six Flags Over Texas just before the season ends. Six Flags is no stranger to the watch-style Flash Pass. Six Flags America, Hurricane Harbor Arlington, and more have a previous model of the Flash Pass watch.
In-Depth Tour of Merry Marketplace - Holiday in the Park
Perhaps our favorite part of Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas is the Merry Marketplace. This specialized area was introduced at last year’s event and includes specialty food, activities, shopping, entertainment, photo opportunities, and more.
VIDEO: Holiday in the Park 2018 - Trying Specialty Food Options, Entertainment, & More
We visit Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas for a second time and try out a few of the holiday-exclusive specialty food options, more in-park entertainment, and show you what type of Holiday in the Park merchandise is available.
VIDEO: How to Build Up & Redeem Membership Rewards Points
Join us for an in-depth look at the top ways to receive Membership Rewards Points for your visits to Six Flags Parks, how to redeem points, and the current items that can be picked up by cashing in those points.
VIDEO: Holiday in the Park 2018 Opening Night
Join us as we explore opening night of Holiday in the Park 2018 by checking out decor, the Merry Marketplace, live entertainment, specialty foods, and more.
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.
VIDEO: Another Look at Fright Fest 2018
We give you a closer look at Fright Fest 2018 scare zones and the park's live entertainment line-up. We also check out more of the specialty food and drink items and the permanent closure of one of the park's normal restaurants.
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.
VIDEO: Fright Fest 2018 - New Haunted House, Scare Zones & More
We visit Fright Fest 2018 at Six Flags Over Texas for the first time this season to check out the all-new Hell Block 6 haunted house, new scare zones, returning shows and haunts, and much more.
Video: Fright Fest 2018 Guide, Flash Sale, Other In-Park Changes
We show you all of the locations for live shows, scare zones, and haunted houses for Fright Fest 2018. I also discuss taking advantage of the Flash Sale and checking out other happenings around the park.
NEW FOR 2019: Lone Star Revolution
Six Flags Over Texas announced today that Lone Star Revolution will be making its debut in the park's ride line-up for the 2019 season. This attraction will be much like the Fireball found at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, but much larger in size!
Fright Fest 2018: What is New? What is Leaving?
Fright Fest is right around the corner (beginning September 22nd) and this edition of The Queue Blog will break down all the changes happening to the event. While a handful of new attractions are coming to Fright Fest this season, the event itself is actually slimming down on offerings.
Video: Predicting What is New for the 2019 Season
We discuss what we think may be coming to both Six Flags Over Texas and Six Flags Fiesta Texas for the 2019 season!
Six Flags to Launch New Membership Rewards Program August 30th
We are launching a new loyalty program just for our Members! Members can now earn free food, souvenirs, tickets and one-of-a-kind in-park experiences just for riding rides, seeing shows, and having a great time at the park!
VIDEO: Fright Fest Updates, Summer Shows End, & More
We take another visit out to Six Flags Over Texas to enjoy the ending of their summer shows, check out construction and Fright Fest progress, and more.
VIDEO: Construction, New Drink Options, Member Lanyards, & More
Many things have been happening around the park lately. Construction has progressed on the new Gotham City restaurant, there are new drink options, and even new lanyard options for those who hold a membership.
Ride Harley Quinn Spinsanity Before July 14th
While Harley Quinn Spinsanity has an official general public opening date of Saturday, July 14th, there are actually ways to take a spin on the ride BEFORE then.
July 4th Fest at Six Flags Over Texas
July 4th Fest at Six Flags Over Texas will be taking place this year from June 30th through July 4th and will be the biggest 4th of July celebration in the park's recent history. Below is a run-down of all activities and extra features of the July 4th Fest to help you be most prepared if you plan on visiting.
Harley Quinn Spinsanity Construction/Testing & Confirmed Opening Date
We've recently added a brand new image gallery to our Construction Updates page that shows off the continuing progress on the park's new Harley Quinn Spinsanity attraction! We've also uploaded a brand new video to our YouTube account showing off construction as well as crews testing the ride.
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.