Wildcatter Demolition
An in-depth look at the 2007 implosion of the Wildcatter attraction to make way for Tony Hawk’s Big Spin.
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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.
Several refresh projects continue across the park, including the front gate area and All American Cafe. El Mercado de la Plaza and E.G. Sugarwater’s have recently reopened after undergoing renovations. New ride units for El Aserradero, along with the first support and track components for the to-be-named giga dive coaster, have also been delivered to the park.
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.
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