Here’s what’s new at Six Flags Over Texas for the theme park’s 2026 season
For families looking to get out and about this spring, Six Flags Over Texas has a wealth of fun activities.
The Arlington theme park is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year with a yearlong celebration, including new entertainment, park-wide enhancements and a world-recording breaking coaster.
“As we celebrate 65 years of thrilling fun at Six Flags Over Texas, we are honored to share a season that reflects both our history and our future,” said Mark Boyer, park manager for Six Flags Over Texas, in a news release. “This year represents a major investment in the guest experience, with improvements and entertainment that will showcase the park in new ways for our neighbors and guests from around the world.”
Here’s what to know about going to Six Flags Over Texas this spring.
What’s new at Six Flags Over Texas this spring?
Several classic attractions have received new enhancements, including:
- Mr. Freeze
- Batman
- El Aserradero
- Runaway Mine Train
- Silver Star Carousel
- La Fiesta de las Tazas
- Six Flags and Texas Railroad
The largest enhancement that Six Flags has completed this year is of the Southern Palace Theatre.
A premier indoor performance venue now stands in the park with new seating, upgraded audio and lighting, improved guest flow and increased capacity for higher caliber entertainment.
Speaking of entertainment, Six Flags will host new shows and one returning fan-favorite this season:
- March 14-22: Gazillion Bubbles Show at Southern Palace Theatre
- April 3-May 3, weekends: The Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience at Southern Palace Theatre
- Summer, select days: Western Daze at Texas Arcade
- June, select days: Celebrate! at Southern Palace Theatre
- Summer, select days: Miss Cameo Kate’s Western Burle Q Revue at Crazy Horse Saloon
- Summer, select days: The Swelltones near Johnny Rockets
- July 4-Aug. 9, select days: Brad Ross International Star Illusionist at Southern Palace Theatre
- Summer, select days: Texas Justice on Texas Street
Families may be looking for some grub after a show, and there are plenty of new additions this year:
- Texas Corndogs near Crazy Horse Saloon, offering new hand-dipped corn dogs, spiral french fries and more.
- Pull-a-part bread with cinnamon sugar at Los Dulces and Etienne’s.
- Smoked chicken wings at JB’s Smokehouse, seasoned in-house.
- The new Outlaw Dog with a jalapeño and cheese sausage.
- New desserts at Smith Street Ice Cream Parlor such as sundaes, banana splits, handmade waffle cones and extreme milkshakes.
Finally, Six Flags Over Texas will launch its “one-of-a-kind thrill ride” Tormenta Rampaging Run later this year.
The more than 300-foot ride will be the tallest, fastest, longest and first-ever “giga” dive coaster in the world, according to the park. The new attraction will be located in a new Spanish village called Rancho de la Tormenta in the park’s Spain area.
Six Flags Over Texas tickets
For a limited time this spring, the park is selling its gold pass (normally $99) for the price of a silver pass at $70.
Both passes share some similarities like free general parking, bring-a-friend discounted tickets, 10% off food and merchandise and unlimited park visits through the rest of the year. However, the gold pass includes access to the Fright Fest and Holiday in the Park events, along with access to all Six Flags and Schlitterbahn parks in Texas and Oklahoma.
Daily passes are also available for families looking to attend on specific days.
When is Six Flags Over Texas open?
Six Flags Over Texas opens its 2026 season on Saturday, Feb. 28.
From there, the park will open on weekends (Friday-Sunday) for much of the spring. During spring break, aka the week of March 16-20, the park will be open daily.
The park will begin opening daily in late May for the summer months.
This story was originally published February 26, 2026 at 3:09 PM.
