Holiday in the Park

November 23 to December 31, 2025

Holiday in the Park returns to Six Flags Over Texas on select dates from November 23 to December 31. The festive end-of-year event features seven new family-friendly entertainment offerings, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, holiday overlays on several park attractions and Christmas lights throughout the park. For older guests, experience the reimagined Merry Marketplace for food and adult beverages in Boomtown or venture through Krampus in Paradise, the event’s holiday haunted house.

Holiday in the Park originated during the 1985 season at Six Flags Over Texas and has been a park staple ever since. The event has expanded over the years to include thousands of Christmas lights, specialized foods, live entertainment and many other family-friendly activities.

In 1988, AstroWorld in Houston was the second park to introduce the Holiday in the Park concept, followed by Six Flags Over Georgia in 1989. Today, the festive event takes place at nearly a dozen Six Flags parks across the chain.

Some iconic pieces of Holiday in the Park have unfortunately met their demise, including the Texas Chute Out Christmas tree lined with red string lights and a star on top, the Parade of Trees, the impressive Lionel Holiday Model Train Display and Frosty Snow Hill. Unforgettable entertainment, such as Best Time of the Year, is fondly remembered by guests. The park’s 2021 production of Christmas at the Southern Palace marked the first time Six Flags Over Texas had been awarded “Best New Show” by Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Awards.

Entertainment

Holiday in the Park features seven new live entertainment offerings to celebrate the occasion. Shows are free with park admission.

Holiday Activities

Six Flags Over Texas fills the park with other interactive activities geared towards families and younger park-goers. Older guests can also enjoy specialty food and a holiday-themed haunt.

Specialty Food & Drink

Holiday in the Park includes a handful of specialty food and drink offerings at various dining locations.

  • Dry Hole Charlie’s

    Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich

    • Turkey topped with stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy and lettuce on a brioche bun, served with waffle fries

    Macho Nacho

    Holiday Tamale Plate

    • Three tamales with the choice of hatch green chile and Monterey jack cheese, shredded beef, roasted pork or hatch green chile and chicken. Topped with queso con carne, served with Mexican rice.

    Gingerbread Churro

    • Topped with gingerbread crumbles, served with vanilla dipping sauce

    Peppermint Churro

    • Topped with chocolate sauce and crushed peppermint

    Miss Abby’s

    Snickerdoodle Sundae

    • Cinnamon twist ice cream, topped with snickerdoodle crumble, caramel sauce and whipped cream

  • Big D Kettle Corn

    Freshly-Popped Kettle Corn

    • Original, black pepper, cinnamon toast, caramel apple, honey habanero, salted caramel, jingle bells (apple, cherry and caramel), hot chocolate

    Marketplace Booths

    Nutella Cheesecake Fries

    • Funnel cake fries topped with Nutella cheesecake drizzle, graham cracker crumble, powdered sugar, whipped topping and holiday sprinkles

    Peppermint Bark Funnel Cake Fries

    • Funnel cake fries topped with chocolate sauce, crushed peppermint, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, whipped cream, a peppermint bark square and chocolate sprinkles

    S’mores Funnel Cake Fries

    • Funnel cake fries topped with chocolate sauce, powdered sugar, toasted marshmallows, Hershey’s chocolate and graham crackers

    Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl

    • Tomato Bisque, Broccoli & Cheddar, Chicken Noodle, Frito Pie

  • Casa de las Banderas

    Grandma’s Cookies

    • Choice of peanut butter or chocolate chip

    Holiday Cherry Churro

    • Topped with whipped cream and holiday sprinkles, served with warm cherry pie filling

  • Crazy Horse Saloon

    Hot Chocolate

    Peppermint Patty Drink

    • Hot chocolate, peppermint schnapps and vodka with a crushed peppermint rim

    Spiked Egg Nog

    • Egg nog with a shot of Fireball whiskey and a sprinkle of cinnamon

    Kringle Cranberry Shot

    • Cranberry vodka, triple sec, cranberry and lime juice

  • Cozy Cafe (Primo’s Pizzeria)

    Soup - Regular Bowl or a Sourdough Bread Bowl

    • Tomato Bisque, Broccoli & Cheddar, Chicken Noodle, Frito Pie

    BBQ Brisket Baked Potato

    • Topped with butter, cheese, chopped brisket, BBQ sauce & sour cream

    Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potato

    • Topped with creamy broccoli cheddar soup

    Loaded Baked Potato

    • Topped with butter, cheese, bacon, chives & sour cream

    Etienne’s Cafe

    Turtle Beignets

    • Topped with caramel buttercream, chocolate chips, pecans, whipped cream and chocolate drizzle

    Smith Street Ice Cream Parlor

    Snickerdoodle Sundae

    • Cinnamon twist ice cream, topped with snickerdoodle crumble, caramel sauce and whipped cream

Reviews & Media

Video reviews and photo albums from current and past seasons of Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas.


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Tips & FAQ

Helpful information to get the most out of your visit to Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas.

  • Holiday in the Park operates on select dates from November 23 to December 31 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 water attractions and the Oil Derrick. Some rides, such as Mr. Freeze and Judge Roy Scream, will not operate in colder temperatures. We recommend downloading the Six Flags mobile app for up-to-date ride closure information.

  • Holiday in the Park remains one of Six Flags Over Texas’ most popular times of the year. Dates prior to Thanksgiving are typically less busy. However, as the calendar approaches Christmas, Holiday in the Park will become increasingly more crowded. Sunday is always less busy than Saturday.

  • A highlight of the holiday 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, are listed in the “Entertainment” section above.