Former Rides & Attractions
Six Flags Over Texas has been home to several groundbreaking attractions, including Schwarzkopf’s Big Bend roller coaster and the original Texas Giant. Step back in time and learn about the attractions of yesterday.
Indian Village
1961 - 1967
A sub-section of the park, located on the borders of the Texas and Mexico sections, that paid tribute to the Native American presence in Texas. The small area featured teepees, decor and traditional performances by Native Americans.
Overland Butterfield Stagecoach
1961 - 1967
A stagecoach ride that featured live horses.
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Texas Pavilion
1965 - 1974
The Texas Pavilion, also known as the County Fair arena and Texas Arena, was a 2,000-seat outdoor venue that featured productions, such as the Wild West Show and Los Voladores Flying Indian Spectacular. It was the first attraction constructed outside the railroad loop.
Cinesphere Chevy Show
1969 - 1984
A Cinema 180 attraction. The structure eventually became the Lone Star Theatre.
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Spindletop
1967 - 1989
A Chance Rides Rotor attraction. The ride was relocated to Frontier City in Oklahoma City, OK.
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The Texas Giant
March 17, 1990 - November 1, 2009
The Texas Giant was first constructed in 1990 as the world’s tallest and fastest wooden roller coaster. During the 2010 season, the attraction underwent a hybrid transformation, becoming New Texas Giant.
Yosemite Sam & the Gold River Adventure
1992 - 2018
Yosemite Sam & the Gold River Adventure, which replaced The Cave in 1992, was a dark ride featuring a story line driven by Looney Tunes characters. The attraction closed in 2018 after substantial flooding and was replaced by Pirates of Speelunker Cave in 2022.
Lone Star Theatre
1985 - 2019
An indoor performance venue that was once home to the Cinesphere Chevy Show prior to 1985. Though demolished in May of 2019, the venue's final production was during Holiday in the Park 2014.
Back Porch Stage
2001 - 2021
Back Porch Stage was an outdoor performance venue in the park’s Texas section. Introduced for Six Flags Over Texas’ 40th anniversary, the stage featured productions in the 2000s.
Chaparral Antique Cars
1962 - April 2024
An Arrow Development Antique Cars attraction that was replaced by Dino Off Road Adventure.