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Capital projects continue to move along at Six Flags Over Texas in rapid fashion. El Diablo, which had closed in November, was completely removed during our visit! Rancho de Pollo, along with one of the restrooms at front gate, are fully demolished. Dining transformations continue, starting with JB's Smokehouse BBQ. The restaurant has reopened with a refreshed menu, which we try out, and serving line. All American Cafe has temporarily closed as its dining experience transformation is under way and smaller stands appear to be turning into drink refill stations. Our visit didn't flow without camera and security woes, however.
¡Viva la Fiesta! has returned to Six Flags Over Texas on weekends through May 4. Join us for a full review of the event's opening weekend, including a look at their executive chef's latest food creation from La Cantina. We also check out exclusive event merch, enjoy Ballet Folklorico and mariachi performances and explore the vibrant decor and photo ops that span from Silver Star Mall through the Mexico section.
It has been two months since our last visit to Six Flags Over Texas and tons of significant dining and beautification projects are under way at the park. Major work is happening near the front gate, buildings are being demolished and restaurants are undergoing full remodels. On top of this, paint refreshes continue on both Titan and Sidewinder rides. Now that the park has added an executive chef to their team, new food is rolling out at multiple dining locations. We've never seen this many projects happening at once across the park!
Beginning this weekend and operating each Saturday and Sunday through May 4, Six Flags Over Texas welcomes back ¡Viva la Fiesta! The cultural celebration returns with authentic food offerings, lively music and traditional dances from Latin America and the Caribbean. ¡Viva la Fiesta! is a great way to make memories with your friends and family in a vibrant atmosphere filled with captivating sights, lively sounds and mouthwatering flavors.
With school out and warm weather in the forecast, this week, all roads lead to Six Flags Over Texas. Open daily from March 13 to 23, Spring Break at Six Flags Over Texas becomes unforgettable with nonstop fun for guests of all ages who want to conquer world-class roller coasters, discover new menu options and enjoy family-friendly entertainment.
Six Flags Over Texas is introducing brand-new menus offering fresh ingredients, homemade dishes, healthy options and for the first-time, smoked-in-house meats with the help of the park’s first-ever executive chef. Internationally renowned chef Douwe Iedema brings more than 25 years of culinary mastery to elevate the dining experience for park guests.
Six Flags Over Texas recently filed multiple permits with the FAA for the start of construction on their new 2026 dive coaster. The permits include a record-breaking 309 feet tall structure with construction starting as early as March 1. Other updates around the park include the final pieces of La Vibora being demolished and removed, changes at front gate and in Gotham City, the continuation of Titan's fresh paint job and other ride refurbishments.
¡Viva la Fiesta!
April 5 to May 4, 2025
Originally introduced in 2021, the festive event features Latin-inspired culinary offerings, themed live entertainment and bright, vibrant decor throughout the park.
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Construction Updates
New Attractions & Park Projects
Aggressive construction projects continue to move forward at Six Flags Over Texas. JB’s Smokehouse BBQ has reopened with a refreshed serving area and refill station, while All American Cafe and other snack stands temporarily close for upgrades. El Diablo has also been dismantled and shipped out of the park. Sections near front gate have reopened with new pavement and pavers.
A record number of enhancement projects are under way at Six Flags Over Texas. This includes structure demolitions, pavement improvements and dining refreshes and remodels. Though Titan has reopened, its paint job continues with a segment of supports still remaining. Sidewinder has also reopened and sports a fresh paint scheme as well.
Demolition of La Vibora, the park’s former bobsled coaster, continues as nearly all track pieces have been removed. Most of what stands are support columns. El Diablo’s queue line has also begun to come down. Titan’s big paint job transformation is under way as track and support segments receive new coats.
With its permanent closure less than two months ago, quick demolition of the La Vibora bobsled roller coaster is under way. Track segments are coming down rapidly with multiple areas only having support columns still standing. Sidewinder has also begun an extensive refurbishment as its central hub has been deconstructed.
With an anticipated top-of-July opening date, both Sylvester & Tweety Pounce and Bounce and Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters continue to move along with construction. Wile E. Coyote’s Grand Canyon Blaster, a neighboring roller coaster, has also received a fresh coat of paint. Work also continues on the new Boomtown Bar structure.
In Bugs Bunny Boomtown, the tower for Sylvester & Tweety Pounce and Bounce has been constructed, along with building structures. Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters is also moving along with its ride units in place. Across the park, more animatronics have been installed for the future Dino Off Road Adventure car attraction.
Rides & Attractions
Learn more about Six Flags Over Texas roller coasters, rides and attractions, including statistics, historical facts and real-time ride statuses.
Rides & Attractions
Step Back in Time
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Big Bend, a Schwarzkopf Speed Racer roller coaster, called Six Flags Over Texas home from 1971 to 1979. When it opened, it was the park's tallest and fastest roller coaster. Big Bend reached a top speed of 52 miles per hour, climbed up to 81 feet tall and featured 2,876 feet of track. The attraction also included cutting-edge technology with multiple electric spiraling lift hills. Join us for a look at back the iconic Big Bend roller coaster.
The original Six Flags theme park, Six Flags Over Texas, officially opened on August 5, 1961. Themed around the six flags that had flown over Texas, the park's original concept featured first-of-its-kind attractions, heavily-themed areas and a major focus on entertainment and guest experience. Six Flags Over Texas saw tremendous growth in the 1960s. Marquee attractions, such as the El Aserradero log flume, the Runaway Mine Train roller coaster and hundreds of thousands of dollars invested into entertainment, highlighted the decade.
Our next episode in the Six Flags Over Texas Decade in Review Series takes a look at 1970 through 1979. Several transformations happened around the park, including a change in the skyline with the addition of Texas Chute Out and the debut of Good Time Square. Other prime attractions included the Big Bend and Shock Wave roller coasters, along with marquee flat rides like Spinnaker.
The 1980s were a decade of multiple ownerships, original removals, licensed characters, high-thrill attractions and more. Six Flags Over Texas introduced mainstream figures into the park, including Pac-Man and the Looney Tunes. Major roller coaster additions included the Flashback!, Avalanche Bobsled and Judge Roy Scream.
Six Flags Over Texas saw massive expansions throughout the 1990s. Roller coasters like Mr. Freeze and Batman: The Ride, along with the addition of the Gotham City park area, highlight this decade. Six Flags Over Texas also experienced multiple owners, including Time Warner and Premier Parks.
Six Flags Over Texas navigated its way through a number of drastic changes from 2000 to 2009. Record-breaking attractions, such as Titan and Superman: Tower of Power, highlighted the early 2000s. The 2000s were also a time for unique entertainment offerings. Join us as we travel back in time to take a look at the first-ever Six Flags theme park.
La Salle's River Adventure was an interactive boat ride at Six Flags Over Texas from 1961, the park's opening season, through 1982. Equipped with riverboats, boat captain, and animated scenes, guests would learn about La Salle and his journey to find the Mississippi River in the 1600s.
At this stage, nearly every piece of the former La Vibora roller coaster has been moved off-site as the area is prepped for a dive coaster in 2026. Other updates include changes near front gate, a look at Judge Roy Scream’s annual maintenance and the continued paint job transforming Titan.