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Tormenta Rampaging Run’s lift hill has gone vertical with approximately 190 feet already installed. The remaining 309 feet is scheduled to go up shortly. Six Flags Over Texas also unveiled the first train for Tormenta Rampaging Run, featuring eight-across seating, ride branding and piercing bull eyes.
Track installation for Tormenta Rampaging Run has begun with the final brake run, station and the turn to the lift hill. A giant crane is also being constructed to erect the taller ride segments. Quick work was made on Conquistador as the retired ride has been demolished. Other beautification projects continue around the park, including several changes to dining and shopping locations.
Tormenta Rampaging Run’s name and details have officially been announced! The final footers are being finished up for the new record-breaking dive coaster, while the first support columns have gone vertical. A preview area has been set up in front of Spain teasing the new coaster and Tormenta Rampaging Run merchandise is available in the park.
A slew of projects continue on as summer begins to wrap up at Six Flags Over Texas. At front gate, more shade structures have been constructed. Southern Palace Theatre’s first phase of renovation has come together with a refreshed paint scheme on its exterior. El Aserradero Flume 2 is also in the middle of a refurbishment, while more footers are being installed for 2026’s dive coaster addition.
July has arrived and footer work continues on the new 2026 dive coaster at Six Flags Over Texas. Additional track pieces have arrived, including segments of lift hill that are staged in overflow parking. Southern Palace Theatre is undergoing renovations, taking advantage of no summer shows. The venue’s exterior is being touched up. It is currently unclear what work is happening to the interior.
Additional pieces of giga dive coaster track and supports have arrived at Six Flags Over Texas. Crews are also in the early stages of coaster construction, prepping the parking lot for footers. Other refresh projects continue throughout the park, including minor facelifts to Texas Arena and Texas SkyScreamer. Two more refresh stations have also been opened near the park entrance.
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