Park News
The latest Six Flags Over Texas news, trip reports and event reviews.
Pirates of Speelunker Cave Opens at Six Flags Over Texas | Full Ride POV, Queue Walk-Through & More
Pirates of Speelunker Cave is a re-imagining of one of the park’s first attractions, The Cave, that operated from 1964 until 1991 and replaces the current version of the attraction—Yosemite Sam and the Gold River Adventure. The Cave featured original characters called Speelunkers that were created exclusively for Six Flags Over Texas.
Pirates of Speelunker Cave to Open Saturday, May 14
Six Flags Over Texas has announced that Pirates of Speelunker Cave, an all-new ride experience, will make its debut on Saturday, May 14, 2022. This state-of-the-art attraction will place guests squarely in the middle of a pirate treasure hunt thwarted by resident Speelunkers.
Six Flags Over Texas Updates 2022 Park Map, Removing Rides, Pathways & More, Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters Update
Six Flags Over Texas recently released an updated 2022 park map that includes the blocking out of multiple flat ride attractions, park pathways, cancellation of a planned dining location and more. New updates on the future of Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters have come out and the ride’s future does not look positive.
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 Continues, Food Fails & Several Park Changes
We head to Six Flags Over Texas and encounter a number of in-park changes, such as multiple new dining locations coming soon, issues with new offerings at other restaurants, the shuffling of some in-park services and the addition of single rider lines. Finally, Pirates of Speelunker Cave looks to be opening soon as crews continue working hard on Aquaman: Power Wave.
Casa Magnetica to Close Until Fall
Six Flags Over Texas has announced that Casa Magnetica will close at the end of their Spring Break celebration on March 20. Though it is scheduled to remain down through the summer months, the park has noted that Casa Magnetica is planned to reopen in the fall.
Belly-Down Ride Experience Comes to Texas SkyScreamer
Six Flags Over Texas has announced that the all-new “Extreme Flying Experience” comes to Texas SkyScreamer for a limited time. Guests can trade in the standard swing seat for a flight suit and experience Texas SkyScreamer laying belly-down.
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.
Six Flags Debuts Yet Another New Season Pass Tier Offering, Eliminates New Membership Purchases
Yesterday, Six Flags Over Texas introduced a new three-tier season pass offering. While not every Six Flags park has adopted this concept, we should expect to see these offerings go chain-wide before spring. Now that memberships are no longer for purchase, we explain what current members can expect and how they can learn more about the new Legacy Member program.
First Event of 2022 Canceled, Park President Fired, Other Park Updates
Six Flags and their new CEO, Selim Bassoul, are undergoing several corporate changes and attempts at restructuring. This has affected Six Flags Over Texas as the Fire & Ice Winter Festival has been canceled and the park's president, Ron McKenzie, was relieved of his position. Join us as we talk through these changes and also feature updates on construction and enhancement projects around the park.
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.
Holiday in the Park - Amazing New Shows & Christmas Tree, New Parade & More
Holiday in the Park is in full swing at Six Flags Over Texas. This year's holiday event features a slate of completely new entertainment offerings, an all-new Christmas tree, specialty food and decor, the Nochebuena overlay at Casa Magnetica 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.
New Park Updates, Scare Zone Changes, More Haunted House Reviews
We take another visit out to Six Flags Over Texas for their 2021 Fright Fest event. While at the park, we check out the new Diamond Member Lounge, along with other infrastructural improvements in progress. Also, join us for a second tour of scare zones, along with updated haunted house reviews.
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.
Fright Fest 2021 - Haunted House Reviews, Scare Zones & Live Shows
Fright Fest 2021 is in full force at Six Flags Over Texas as we enjoy the nighttime, spooky portion of the event. Join us for a review of several haunted houses, walks through the park’s scare zones and a look at all-new live entertainment offerings.
Fright Fest 2021 - Casa Magnetica Overlay, Daytime Family-Friendly Activities
Join us for a daytime look of Fright Fest 2021 at Six Flags Over Texas. We take a tour around the park to show off family-friendly activities, daytime looks of scare zones and haunted house entrances and a POV of the limited-run Dia de los Muertos overlay currently inside Casa Magnetica.
Six Flags Over Texas' Storytelling Wins 2021's Renaissance Award
A 60th anniversary is certainly reason to celebrate. Six Flags Over Texas, like the rest of the industry, was reacting to a pandemic as it forged its way ahead. New festivals and décor helped set the stage for a celebratory year, but the park went beyond that. There is new life at the park that guests have noticed.
One Week Away From Fright Fest 2021, More Big Construction Updates
Fright Fest begins next Saturday and we head out to Six Flags Over Texas to discover new event details. Several new themed pieces, including more haunted house and scare zone clues, have popped up around the park. We also explore other big construction happenings around the park.