Fright Fest

September 12 to November 2, 2025

Fright Fest haunts Six Flags Over Texas on select dates between September 12 and November 2. On top of spooky scare zones, the park unveiled several new haunted houses themed to popular horror movie franchises in 2024. Live entertainment makes a return to Six Flags Over Texas with Dr. H.H. Holmes and his freak show in the Southern Palace and several new offerings located at outdoor stages throughout the park. Located at various restaurants at the park are Halloween-inspired savory and sweet food offerings.

Halloween events officially began in 1988 at Six Flags Over Texas and expanded to several other parks within the Six Flags chain in the seasons to follow. The first Halloween-related activity at Six Flags Over Texas took place in 1973 and featured a parade and roaming monsters. In 1988, an annual Halloween event, Fright Nights, debuted. The event has always boasted spooky decor and Halloween-themed live entertainment. The 1992 season brought on the birth of Fright Fest. In 1999, the Six Flags chain had a series of haunted houses themed around Alice Cooper, marking the first time Fright Fest featured a popular franchise theme. Six Flags Over Texas’ well-known production, Welcome to Arania’s Nightmare, ran for twenty-five seasons inside the Southern Palace Theatre.

Entertainment

Six Flags Over Texas features a number of live entertainment options during Fright Fest, many with more mature themes. All shows are free with entry to the park.

  • The Awakening Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest

    The Awakening

    Returning for 2024, The Awakening signifies that the fright is here. Gather near Silver Star Carousel as Fright Fest monsters are unleashed into the park.

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    Calamity at the Creepy Horse Saloon

    New for 2024, live entertainment returns to the Crazy Horse Saloon during Fright Fest. Grab a tasty beverage and settle in for bizarre and weird variety acts each evening.

  • Catacosmic Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest

    Catacosmic

    New for 2024, DFW’s own Catacosmic brings live music to the Silver Star Carousel Stage. Catacosmic can also be seen performing during The Awakening and the Point of No Return closing show.

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    Dead Man's Crossing & The Horseman Cometh

    New for 2024, the famous gunfighters are back for Fright Fest, but with a darker twist. Catch the first haunting at Court House Stage, then board the Six Flags Railroad at Texas Depot for a spooky interaction with the undead and the Headless Horseman.

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    Dia de los Muertos: El Baile

    New for 2024, venture to the Mexico Gazebo and meet La Catrina y El Catrin for a Day of the Dead ofrenda. Enjoy a ballet folklorico performance in exchange for prayers.

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    Dr. H.H. Holmes' Freak Show: Unleash the Demons

    Returning for 2024, Dr. H.H. Holmes has returned to the Southern Palace Theatre with his sinister circus of singers and dancers and captivating specialty acts.

  • Sliders Fright Fest Six Flags Over Texas

    Goblin Attack Squad: The Revenge Tour

    The exciting, and spooky, Six Flags Over Texas sliders take over Gotham City with daredevil acts, tricks and impressive stunts.

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    Point of No Return

    Head to Silver Star Carousel Stage for one final show that features high-energy music, dancing and visual effects brought on by supernatural creatures.

Haunted Houses

Fright Fest 2024 sees the introduction of several new haunts themed to horror franchises, along with returning favorites. These attractions can be enjoyed at an additional fee. Please note that haunted houses feature intense themes, strobe lighting, fog and other effects.

  • Conjuring Universe Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest

    The Conjuring Universe

    This new experience, located in Gotham City, takes guests on a tour of the Warrens’ most hair-raising and gruesome cases, including topics that inspired The Conjuring, Annabelle and The Nun. Cursed artifacts in each realm make you the prime target of the conjuring.

    Opens at 5:00pm on Weekends, 6:00pm on Weekdays

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    Reject Row: Raincheck

    Reject Row, returning for 2024 in Majestic Theatre, features the unfortunate discovery of a hidden lair in an abandoned theatre. Deep inside are down-on-their luck artists with a maniacal twist. Let these crazed performers entertain you.

    Opens at 6:00pm on Weekends, 7:00pm on Weekdays

  • SAW Haunted House Fright Fest Six Flags Over Texas

    The SAW Franchise

    New for 2024 in Texas Arena, celebrate the 20th anniversary of the SAW franchise with a terror-filled experience that plunges guests into the depths of Jigsaw’s twisted mind. Come face to face with Jon Kramer’s most diabolical contraptions during torturous trails.

    Opens at 6:00pm on Weekends, 7:00pm on Weekdays

  • Stranger Things Fright Fest Six Flags Over Texas

    Stranger Things

    New for 2024 in the park’s Gotham City section, this immersive maze allows park-goers to step into the popular Stranger Things Netflix series.

    Opens at 5:00pm on Weekends, 6:00pm on Weekdways

  • Polynesian Palm Haunted House Six Flags Over Texas

    Terror at the Polynesian Palm

    Returning after its debut at Scream Break near Crazy Horse Saloon, the grand Polynesian Palm Hotel has stood abandoned since a deadly hurricane in 1964. Locals blame the catastrophe on the destruction of their sacred flower’s habitat. Stay away or you may never escape.

    Opens at 5:30pm on Weekends, 6:30pm on Weekdays

  • Texas Chainsaw Massacre Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest

    Texas Chainsaw Massacre

    Based on the most recent Texas Chainsaw Massacre iteration and located near Titan, those who enter are “cast” as visitors to Harlow on the hells of the influencers set on revitalizing the town. Beware, however, as your arrival leads to a stunning and deadly secret.

    Opens at 5:00pm on Weekends, 6:00pm on Weekdways

  • Trick r Treat Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest

    Trick 'r Treat

    Making its debut in 2024 at Texas Arena, Sam, the infamous Spirit of Halloween, guides you through a dark and twisted candy trail nightmare filled with supernatural encounters. Be cautious when stepping into a world where tricks dominate treats.

    Opens at 6:00pm on Weekends, 7:00pm on Weekdays

  • Haunted House Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest

    Unearthed

    New for 2024 and located near Pirates of Speelunker Cave, venture into the tunnels of an abandoned mineshaft on a quest to find the Relic of Life Everlasting. The exciting journey takes guests back in time to the old west. Beware of booby traps.

    Opens at 5:30pm on Weekends, 6:30pm on Weekdays

Haunted Attractions Packages

Haunted houses require additional admission. The rates listed below fluctuate depending on date. Please visit the park’s official website for more details.

  • Regular House Pass

    $30.00 to $50.00

    Regular admission to all haunted houses day of visit.

  • Express House Pass

    $75.00 to $95.00

    Express admission to all haunted houses day of visit.

  • All Season Regular House Pass

    $149.00

    Regular admission to all haunted houses each Fright Fest visit.

Scare Zones

Free with your park admission, scare zones are themed areas of the park that feature monsters whom aim to frighten those passing by. The park recommends that guests sensitive to these conditions enjoy the park during the day. Scare zones feature strobe lighting, fog and other intense effects.

Scare zones are activated at 7:00pm each evening following The Awakening

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    Chainsaw Alley

    New for 2024, this collection of chainsaw-wielding madmen are strongly against the gentrification of their town and aren’t afraid to show it along the Texas area pathway towards Titan. Keep out of Harlow, Texas if you want to survive.

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    Freak Town

    Back in 2024, the strange characters have made their way out of Southern Palace’s Freak Show and are ready to scare, with their unique talents, those that dare to enter the park’s France section.

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    Goblin Attack Squad

    Reimagined for 2024, hardcore members of the 1980s punk scene come out from hiding in the underground to pledge full-on anarchy on Gotham City. This attack squad is full of anger and resentment.

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    Trick 'r Treat

    New for 2024, Sam, the infamous Spirit of Halloween, guides you through a dark nightmare filled with supernatural encounters. Be cautious as the debuting haunt spills out onto pathways in the park’s Tower section near Caddo Lake.

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    Zone 6

    Returning in 2024, horrifying zombies are on the loose throughout the park’s USA section. These living dead have taken over and are looking for fresh brains.

Specialty Food & Drink

Six Flags Over Texas features a number of both savory and sweet specialty food offerings and adult beverages during Fright Fest. These items can be found at several dining locations around the park.

  • Dry Hole Charlie’s

    Dragon’s Leg

    • Roasted turkey leg soaked in a Thai chili sauce, topped with red pepper flakes

    Franken Fries

    • French fries topped with green cheddar cheese sauce, pulled pork and candied bacon

    The Squealer

    • Smoked pulled pork with mango habanero sauce, chipotle ranch, onion straw and jalapenos, served with french fries

    Miss Abby’s

    Dirt & Worms Ice Cream Sandwich

    • Orange vanilla soft serve ice cream sandwich served between sugar cookies, rolled in crushed Oreos and gummy worms

    Mummy Rice Krispie

    • Rice cereal treat topped with white chocolate drizzle and candy eyes

    Boomtown Bar

    Hocus Pocus Punch

    • Vodka, Aperol, Margarita Keg, Rimmed with Black Sugar

    Touch of Tarantula

    • Syringe Shot of Cranberry Juice, Vodka and Edible Glitter

    Witch’s Brew

    • Vodka, Triple Sec, Blue Curacao and Lime Juice, Rimmed with Black Sugar

    Witching Hour Shot

    • Grenadine, Cherry Vodka and Fireball, Rimmed with Tajin

  • Gotham City Bar

    Pineapple Upside Down

    • Cointreau, Lemon Juice, Maraschino Cherry Juice, Pineapple Juice, Whiskey 

    Punk Rock Punch

    • Citrus Cocktail with Vodka, Rum, Blue Curacao, Peach Schnapps, Lemonade & Pineapple Juice

  • La Cantina

    Cheesecake Nachos

    • Cinnamon chips with a pink and purple cheesecake drizzle, diced strawberries, graham cracker crumbles and sugar skull sprinkles

    Rancho de Pollo

    Demon Claws

    • Chicken tenders tossed in ghost pepper sauce, served with french fries

    Hotzarella Sticks

    • Pepperjack cheese sticks fried and tossed in Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, served with red pepper marinara

    Casa de las Banderas

    Muertos Martini

    • Midori Liqueur, Vodka, Triple Sec, Pineapple & Lemon Juice

    Spirit Raised

    • Watermelon Schnapps, Vodka, Simple Syrup 

    Sugar Skull Punch

    • Silver Tequila, Milk, Kahlua, Agave, Mole Bitters, Nutmeg 

    Walking the Dead

    • Tequila, Orange Juice, Grenadine

  • Smith Street Ice Cream Parlor

    Black Widow’s Lure

    • Black chocolate waffle taco stuffed with vanilla ice cream and cherry pie filling, topped with whipped cream and red sugar

    Freak Town Bar

    Big Top Martini

    • Caramel Apple Butter Syrup, Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Lemon Juice with a Red Sprinkle Rim and Swirl of Whipped Cream & Cherry

    Bring in the Clowns

    • Tequila, Orange Curacao, Cotton Candy Syrup and Lime Juice with Confetti Sprinkles

    H.H. Holmes Elixir Blood Bags

    Nightmare Jester Shot

    • Melon Liqueur, Green Apple Syrup, Green Apple Pucker and vodka with a Black Sanding Sugar Rim

    Southern Palace Theatre

    Beer

    Cotton Tini

    • Cotton Candy Topped with Sprite and Black Vodka, Rimmed with Sanding Sugar 

    Prepackaged Snacks

    • Chips, Cotton Candy and Popcorn

    Sinister Spritz

    • Aperol, Prosecco, and Sparkling Water, Topped with Edible Glitter and Gummy Eyeball 

  • E.G. Sugarwater’s

    Pumpkin Spice Churro

    • Churro rolled in pumpkin spice sugar, topped with whipped cream, vanilla icing and pumpkin sauce drizzle

    Texas Chainsaw Massacre BBQ & Booze

    Pick Your Victim

    • Choice of smoked sausage, sliced brisket or pulled pork on a toasted brioche bun with bbq sauce and coleslaw, served with chips

    Throw it in the Pit

    • Sliced sausage, smoked brisket and pulled pork, topped with BBQ sauce, served on Texas toast with a side of chips

    Bloodbath

    • Cherry vodka, Fireball Whiskey and Apple Juice

    Bloody Marilyn

    • Tomato Juice, Tequila, Lemon Juice, Worcestershire Sauce and Tabasco Hot Sauce

    Massacre Margarita

    • Pomegranate Juice, Silver Tequila, Triple Sec, Lime Juice and Simple Syrup 

    Texas Taco Bar

    Flaming Elote

    • Corn in a cup topped with sriracha mayo, hot sauce, sour cream, cotija cheese, Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, chili powder and served with a lime wedge

    Sopapillas

    • Halloween-shaped cinnamon sugar sopapillas topped with honey, purple vanilla drizzle and sprinkles

    Crazy Horse Saloon

    Abracadabra

    • Blue Curacao, White Rum, Coconut Rum, and Pineapple Juice, Topped with Blue Curacao

    Black Magic Margarita

    • Tequila, Cointreau and Agave, Rimmed with Black Sanding Sugar 

    Enchanting Elixir

    • Tequila, Agave, Orange Liqueur and Lime Juice, Rimmed with Tajin and Salt

    Mystic Acres Bar

    Canary’s Song

    • Vodka and Orange Juice

    Coal Miner Shot

    • Fireball Whiskey and Cranberry Juice, Rimmed with Black Sanding Sugar

    Fool’s Gold

    • Boozy Bite Jello Shot

    Gold Rush

    • Bourbon, Honey Syrup and Lemon Juice, Served with a Lime Wedge 

    Life Everlasting

    • Maraschino Cherry Juice, Pineapple Juice and Champagne, Garnished with Edible Glitter

    Tiki it Easy Bar

    Cool Blue

    • UV Blue Raspberry Vodka, Sprite and Blue Curacao, Topped with Mysterious Lokahi Fog

    Little Kahuna

    • Vanilla Vodka, Cranberry Juice and Grenadine 

    Tidal Wave

    • Gin Hipnotiq Liqueur and Blue Curacao, Rimmed with the Sparkling Pollen of the Hō’ihi Flower

    Tipsy Tiki

    • Blue Curacao, Midori, Prosecco, Pineapple Juice, White Rum and Sprite, Lit to Keep the Dead of the Polynesian Away

  • Red River Funnel Cakes

    Candy Corn Funnel Cake

    • Funnel cake with powdered sugar, orange, yellow and white icing drizzle, whipped cream, candy corn and candy corn syrup

  • All American Cafe

    Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich

    • Fried chicken breast with white American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and hot honey glazed bacon

    Flags Funnel Cakes

    Poison Apple Funnel Cake

    • Funnel cake with powdered sugar, apple pie filling, black and green cream cheese icing and a whipped topping

    Granny’s Grill

    Dirt Fries

    • Funnel cake fries topped with powdered sugar, Oreo dust, chocolate pudding drizzle and gummy bugs

Reviews & Media

Video reviews and photo albums from current and past seasons of Fright Fest at Six Flags Over Texas.

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Tips & FAQ

Helpful information to get the most out of your visit to Fright Fest at Six Flags Over Texas.

  • Six Flags Over Texas requires that guests 15 and younger be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old after 4:00pm. The chaperone must:

    • Have a valid government-issued photo ID with a date of birth

    • Accompany the group when they enter the park

    • Remain in the park with the group

    • Be available by phone 

    One chaperone can accompany up to 10 guests. Minors who are found in the park without a chaperone will be asked to leave.  Six Flags implemented this policy to ensure a safe and family-friendly environment for all guests. The policy applies to all ticket and season pass holders.

  • Guests 12 Years Old & Under

    • Can wear a full costume, mask, and face painting if accompanied by an adult family member.

    • If this guest is alone or with same-aged children, then no masks or face makeup is allowed.

    • Masks with "bloody" features are not allowed.

    • Guests this age may only partially paint their face (no more than half the face can be painted).

    • Can bring toy accessories including plastic swords, magic wands, crowns, and wearable ears. Toy guns, pitchforks, and objects with "bloody" features are not permitted. All toy accessories must pliable and non-sharp plastic.


    Guests 13 Years & Older

    • These guests can wear costumes.

    • There are NO EXCEPTIONS to these rules: no masks, costumes cannot have inappropriate language or imagery, partial face paint is allowed as long as it does not disguise facial features (no more than half the face painted), no handheld accessories (guns, chains, swords, wands, etc.) of any kind are permitted.

    • All costumes must be appropriate and family-friendly.

  • Fright Fest operates on select evenings from September 12 to November 2 during the 2025 season. A full calendar of operating hours can be found at the park's main website.

  • Every ride is scheduled to operate with the exception of Bugs Bunny Boomtown and children’s attractions after 6:00pm. We recommend downloading the Six Flags mobile app for up-to-date ride closure information.

  • We do not have a 100% guaranteed solution for avoiding crowds. This is one of the busiest times of the year to visit a Six Flags park. However, there are a few methods we have tried in the past that have helped:

    • Go earlier in the season. Fright Fest starts in September. You will likely not run into the heavy crowds that are present the closer it gets to Halloween.

    • Go on an off-day. Have you thought about going to Fright Fest during the week on a Friday? This has sometimes been a great way to avoid the weekend crowd.

    • Do not go on coupon dates. If there is a deal for bringing friends free or discounted tickets we highly recommend that you do not go to the park if you are bothered by large crowds.

    • Try going on a Sunday. This isn't always the case, but sometimes Sunday is a less-crowded day than Saturday. We still think the closer it gets to Halloween the busier Sundays will inevitably get.

  • A highlight of the Halloween season is the park’s live entertainment offerings. We recommend arriving to venues earlier than usual to ensure you have a good view. Please note that some outdoor venues, such as Silver Star Carousel Stage and Court House Stage, have incredibly limited seating and viewing areas. Show schedules, when available, can be found in the “Entertainment” section above.

  • Due to its content, Fright Fest is not recommended for guests under 13. During the day, Six Flags Over Texas offers Kids Boo Fest, a family-friendly Halloween alternative.

  • During the day, scare zones do not feature any monsters. However, once night falls, all scare zones are filled with scary characters with the sole intent to frighten the guests around them. Please note that many park attractions cannot be accessed without traveling through various scare zones within the park.