65th Anniversary Celebration
February 28 to December 31, 2026
Six Flags Over Texas, the original Six Flags park, celebrates its 65th anniversary throughout the 2026 season. Opened in 1961, Six Flags Over Texas is a pioneer in theme park innovation. Six Flags Over Texas was the first to introduce pay-one-price admission tickets and Broadway-style entertainment offerings at a theme park. The park is home to Runaway Mine Train, the world’s first mine train coaster, El Aserradero, the first-ever log flume ride, and the world’s first hybrid roller coaster, New Texas Giant. Past park icons include Wildcatter, Intamin’s first freefall ride, and Texas Chute Out, the first-ever modern parachute drop ride. In 2026, Six Flags Over Texas introduces Tormenta Rampaging Run, a massive dive coaster that breaks six world records.
Southern Palace Theatre, 1982
Tormenta Rampaging Run is accompanied by several other highlights during Six Flags Over Texas’ 65th anniversary celebration. Intense maintenance projects have progressed over the last several months, including much-needed building renovations, a refresh of the park’s entrance area and the preservation of beloved icons, such as Runaway Mine Train’s saloon. Entertainment makes a comeback with spring shows in the renovated Southern Palace Theatre and a 65th anniversary production debuting later in the season. Guests can also experience a new themed queue experience while waiting to take on Mr. Freeze.
Stay tuned for more 65th anniversary announcements.
Tormenta Rampaging Run
Six Flags Over Texas introduces Tormenta Rampaging Run later this year. The record-breaking dive coaster accompanies a major Spain area refresh and Cocina Abuela, a new restaurant.
History Museum
A 65th anniversary museum is in the works, set to open later this season on Smith Street. The museum will take guests back in time, featuring historical artifacts and memorabilia from past seasons.
Commemorative Bricks
Be a permanent part of Six Flags Over Texas history by purchasing a name-engraved commemorative brick this season. Bricks will be installed in Silver Star Mall near the Silver Star Carousel later this year. Pricing starts at $125.