History Timeline
2020 to Present
2024
Mardi Gras Festival returns January 13 to February 25. Entertainment includes Fat Tuesday’s Jamboree at the Bon Ami Bayou in Teatro Fiesta, The French Quarter Notes at Sangerfest Halle Stage, the King William Brass Band at Rockville Plaza Stage, Madam Laroux’s Voodoo Dolls in Spassburg, Party Gras with the Looney Tunes in Texas State Square and two Mardi Gras cavalcades. Other attractions include the Houngan House of Voodoo haunted house and the Taste of Mardi Gras food festival.
In January, SkyScreamer begins its DC Universe transformation into Supergirl Sky Flight with a new paint job. The ride also undergoes extensive refurbishment. Streamliner Coaster is repainted with purple track and yellow supports as the ride begins its transformation into Batgirl Coaster Chase.
At the end of January, Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster closes for phase two of its multi-phase improvement program. During its closure, the ride is repainted with yellow track and red supports. Phase two includes additional control system upgrades and three new second generation trains from RMC.
In February, Stunt Pilots closes to begin its transformation into Green Lantern Emerald Flight with a new paint job and themed elements.
Spring Break takes place March 9 to 17. The event includes daily operations, along with new entertainment offerings. Spring entertainment includes Bubble Pop! at the stage near Pete’s Eats, ¡Caliente! In Teatro Fiesta and the Looney Tunes Dance Party in Texas State Square.
Scream Break returns March 9 to 16 with several fright-themed offerings in the evenings. Haunted houses include the Houngan House of Voodoo in Spassburg, Slaughterhouse 6 Xtreme: The Butchering in Crackaxle Canyon and Twisted: Theatre of Torment on Fiesta Bay Boardwalk. Crackaxle Canyon also features the Diabolical Laboratories – Monsters Escape scare zone.
In March, Cactus Jack’s Snack Shack in Crackaxle Canyon becomes Captain Jack’s Snack Shack.
2023
In January, the Fender Bender bumper cars building is demolished. Fiesta Texas also announces the closure of their Thunder Beach Speedway go-carts attraction. The White Water Bay water park is renamed to Hurricane Harbor San Antonio.
Mardi Gras Festival takes place January 14 to February 26. Live entertainment includes Fat Tuesday’s Jamboree at the Bon Ami Bayou in Teatro Fiesta, The French Quarter Notes at Sangerfest Halle Stage, The Kings of N’Awlins Swing at Rockville Plaza Stage, The King William Brass Band in Rockville High School, the Mardi Gras Parade, Party Gras with the Looney Tunes in Texas State Square, Vieux Carre Vixens in the Thirsty Buffalo Saloon and the Voodoo Krewe in Spassburg. Other offerings include the Houngan House of Voodoo haunted walk-through and the return of the Taste of Mardi Gras food festival.
In February, Roller Coaster Coffee debuts in the space formerly occupied by The Pretzel Stop in Spassburg.
On March 1, Fiesta Texas announces that their new family racing coaster will be named Kid Flash Cosmic Coaster, themed to the Kid Flash DC Comics character.
Spring Break returns March 11 to 19. Entertainment includes Pop Summer at Sangerfest Halle Stage and Mariachi Los Soberanos. Fiesta Texas also debuts Scream Break, a nighttime event, from March 11 to 18. Attractions include the Buried Alive and Slaughterhouse 6 Xtreme haunted houses, along with the Diabolical Laboratories scare zone. Also included with the event is access to several Crackaxle Canyon attractions.
At the conclusion of Spring Break, Boomerang undergoes substantial refurbishment with structure upgrades, the addition of a new control system and magnetic brakes and new trains that feature vest restraints. The attraction reopens on May 25.
In April, the Buckarooz ride is repainted and renamed to Bucking Broncos as the children’s area continues to transform into Thrill Seeker Park.
¡Viva la Fiesta! debuts at Fiesta Texas from April 15 to May 14. Live entertainment includes the Festival del Noche Fireworks Spectacular and Noche de Musica concerts in Lone Star Lil’s Amphitheater, Ready, Set, Summer! in Teatro Fiesta, Sorority Quest: Adventures in Time in Rockville High School and the continuation of Pop Summer and Mariachi Los Soberanos. The event also features a food festival, themed decor and various photo opportunities.
ESIX Gaming, an e-sports gaming experience, opens on May 20 in the former season pass processing location. The new offering features fifty custom-built gaming PC stations, gaming consoles, live streaming capabilities and a bar. A VIP Lounge also opens on the second floor of the same building.
The Summer Vibes Festival takes place May 27 to August 13. Live entertainment includes Glow-a-GoGo: Kids Rave at Thrill Seeker Park Stage, Oh What A Night: Summer Fireworks Celebration in Lone Star Lil’s Amphitheater and the SPLASH Water Parade. Several other ongoing entertainment offerings continue through the event. Summer-inspired decor and photo opportunities are also found throughout the park.
In June, Up, Up & Away is rethemed and renamed Sky Searcher. The updated theme features a blue tower with hot air balloon baskets. ZoomJets, also located in the children’s area, is repainted and rethemed to Stunt Pilots.
The Flavors of the World Food Festival takes place June 16 to August 13. The event features several food offerings from seven countries around the world, along with themed entertainment from various groups.
The Circuit Breaker Grand Prix, an electric go-carts attraction, opens on July 1. The new ride takes over the layout of Thunder Beach Speedway and features new interactive track overlays and video screens. A new Fatburger restaurant also opens in July, replacing the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk Johnny Rockets location.
In July, Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster closes to undergo phase one of a multi-phase program intended to improve ride reliability and rider experience. Phase one upgrades include new individual drive motors and tires in the station, a new catwalk at the top of the lift and control system updates. Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster reopens in September with phase two upgrades scheduled for the top of 2024.
The FT92 Fan Event takes place August 26. Announced for 2024 is an expansion of the DC Universe area and the addition of three new rides: Cyborg Cyber Revolution, a Zamperla NebulaZ, Shazam! Tower of Eternity, a Zamperla Sky Tower and the Metropolis Transit Authority, a Zamperla Aerial Ride. The new project involves the retheming of several surrounding attractions to fit into DC Universe. It is also announced that the children’s waterslide expansion in Hurricane Harbor will now take place for 2024.
The Oktoberfest Food Festival returns August 26 to October 29. On top of an expanded food and drink menu, the event features a Beer Tapping Ceremony and Der Wurst Band at Sangerfest Halle Stage as live entertainment.
In September, Bucking Broncos is relocated back to the park’s Crackaxle Canyon area. The attraction reopens on September 29.
Kids Boo Fest takes place September 9 to October 29. Live entertainment includes the Grave Rave Kid’s Dance Party at Thrill Seeker Park Stage and the Looney Tunes Halloween Dance Party in Teatro Fiesta. Other offerings include the A-Maize-Ing Corn Maze, the House of Curiosities family-friendly haunt and the expanded Spooky Town Trick or Treat Trail.
Fright Fest returns September 9 to October 31. Live entertainment includes The Arrival and Motley Ghouls in Crackaxle Canyon, Curse of the Zombie Prom in Zaragoza Theatre and the Frightful Finale, Monster Mash Bash - The Bloodletting and Rock Apocalypse - Revenge in Lone Star Lil’s Amphitheater. The haunted house line-up features Buried Alive, House of Houngan - Curse of the Rougarou, RockKill High School, Slaughterhouse 6 Xtreme - The Butchering, Trapped and the new Twisted: Theatre of Torment. Scare zones include Carnival of Terror, Fear Acres, Hell Valley Cemetery - Grave Danger, Infestation, Soul Harvest, Steam Punkins and Wicked Hollow - Nosferatu’s Return.
On October 14, Fiesta Texas hosts a special viewing of the annular solar eclipse, which features a fireworks and drone show.
At the conclusion of Fright Fest, demolition of the Thrill Seeker Park Stage and the nearby children’s play ship area begins. Sky Searcher and Rambling Road close as efforts to retheme them for the DC Universe expansion begin.
On November 2, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation and Cedar Fair announce a definitive merger agreement.
On November 4, Kid Flash Cosmic Coaster opens. Pass holder previews for the new family coaster took place from October 27 to 31.
Holiday in the Park takes place November 18 to January 7. Live entertainment includes Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol in Rockville High School, The Christmas Presence at Sangerfest Halle Stage, the Christmas Tree Lighting in Rockville, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas in Teatro Fiesta, The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre and Sing Christmas and The Tinker Belles at the Rockville Plaza Stage. Other attractions include Candy Cane Lane, H2Ho Ho Ho, the return of the Holiday Express and Santa’s Cottage.
On December 31, both Screamin’ Eagle Zipline and Slingshot close permanently. Fiesta Texas also hosts the New Year's 360 Fireworks Celebration. The Diamond passholder party returns with exclusive ride time and a special midnight fireworks display.
2022
In January, Six Flags discontinues their membership program. New season pass levels are introduced and are the company's primary focus once again.
Mardi Gras Festival returns January 15 to February 27. Live entertainment includes the return of the Mardi Gras Parade, Dixie Mae Diamond's Showgirl Showcase in Thirsty Buffalo Saloon, the Big Easy Band and Mariachi Los Soberanos in Teatro Fiesta, the King William Brass Band at Rockville Plaza Stage, Viva Carnivale! in Texas State Square and Voodoo Krewe at the Spassburg Outdoor Stage. Other attractions include the Houngan House of Voodoo haunted house and Taste of Mardi Gras food festival.
In February, Sangerfest Halle reopens with new menu offerings. The original round Sangerfest Halle Stage reappears with a new facade.
Fiesta Texas celebrates its 30th birthday on Monday, March 14 with a special presentation taking place in Texas State Square.
In April, the Watering Hole Refill Station opens in Crackaxle Canyon, replacing the former Coca-Cola Freestyle location.
The 30th Anniversary Festival takes place April 2 to May 30. Live entertainment includes Der Wurst Band at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Mariachi Los Soberanos in Los Festivales, the return of Rockin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, ¡Viva la Fiesta! at Teatro Fiesta and the Celebrate 30 fireworks display in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. Other event offerings include the 30th Anniversary Food Festival, the Then & Now Trail and miniature museums.
On May 30, Fender Bender, the park’s Bumper Cars attraction, permanently closes. Fiesta Texas begins removal of the ride shortly after.
Summer entertainment includes the return of Rock the Night in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater and The Fiesta Band at Sangerfest Halle Stage. New for the year is the Looney Tunes Dance Party in Texas State Square. Rockin' at Rockville High and ¡Viva la Fiesta! also continue through the summer months.
In June, Six Flags introduces annual passes, which brings back monthly payment options.\
Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, a B&M dive coaster, opens in the park's Crackaxle Canyon section on July 30. Various pass holder previews take place between July 29 and August 5. Dr. Diabolical's Gift Shop, located at the exit of Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, also opens with the ride.
Fright Fest takes place September 10 to October 31. Live entertainment includes Curse of the Zombie Prom in Zaragoza Theatre, Dr. Diabolical’s Monster Mash Bash, Frightful Finale, The Unleashing and Vamped Up! in Lone Star Lil’s Amphitheater and the Looney Tunes Halloween Dance Party in Teatro Fiesta. Haunted houses include Buried Alive, CarnEvil 3D, House of Houngan - Curse of the Rougarou, RockKill High - Homecoming, Slaughterhouse 6 Xtreme - The Butchering and Trapped. Scare zones include Fear Acres, Hell Valley Cemetery - Grave Danger, Infestation, Soul Harvest, Steam Punkins and Wicked Hollow - Nosferatu's Return.
Kids Boo Fest, new for 2022, takes place September 10 to October 30. The event includes an expanded trick-or-treat offering, hay maze, family-friendly haunted walk-through and more.
The Oktoberfest Food Festival debuts September 10 to November 13. On top of several food and drink offerings, the event includes the Der Wurst Band at Sangerfest Halle Stage, themed decor and photo opportunities.
Fiesta Texas Park President Jeffrey Siebert wins Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Leadership Award. The park also wins Amusement Today’s Turnstile Award.
Holiday in the Park takes place November 19 to January 1. Attractions include the all-new Holiday Market area in Crackaxle Canyon, the return of the Taste of Holiday in the Park and several themed lighting overlays. Live entertainment includes The Christmas Presence at Sangerfest Halle Stage, the Christmas Tree Lighting in Rockville, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas at Teatro Fiesta, The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, the final season of My Christmas Card to You in Rockville High School and Sing Christmas with the Tinsel Tunes at Rockville Plaza Stage.
On December 10, the park hosts their FT92 Fan Event in Rockville High School. A new steel P’Sghetti Bowl family racing coaster from Skyline Attractions is announced. Also announced is a collection of new children’s slides for White Water Bay. The ProSlide line-up includes a KIDZ TornadoWAVE, KIDZ Tornado 12, KIDZ MiniRiver, KIDZ OctopusRACER and KIDZ ProRacer. At the time of the announcement, names and themes were not finalized for the new attractions. The presentation also unveiled plans for a new Roller Coaster Coffee shop, Esports attraction and a Coca-Cola VIP Lounge for 2023.
Fiesta Texas rings in the New Year with a 30th anniversary-themed 360° fireworks extravaganza and the Rockin’ New Year’s Eve Celebration at Teatro Fiesta.
2021
Previews for Dare Devil Dive Flying Machines take place December 31, 2020 to February 7, 2021. The ride's official grand opening to the public is on March 6.
Mardi Gras Festival returns January 16 to February 28. Live entertainment offerings include The Big Easy Band and The Kings of N'Awlins Swing at the Rockville Plaza Stage, The King William Brass Band and Mariachi Los Soberanos in Teatro Fiesta, Samba! in Texas State Square and Voodoo Krewe in Spassburg. Other activities include the all-new Houngan House of Voodoo walk-through attraction, the Taste of Mardi Gras food festival and pop-up Mardi Gras cavalcades.
In March, Dr. Butterskotch's Original Elixir, a new drink stand, opens in the park's Crackaxle Canyon section.
Spring and summer entertainment includes Country Traxx at the Crackaxle Street Stage, Bubble Pop! and Disco Fever at the Rockville Plaza Stage, The Fiesta Band in Sundance Theatre, ¡Fuego! and Neon in Teatro Fiesta, Mariachi Los Soberanos in Texas State Square and the Rock the Night fireworks show in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Tradewinds, a new gift shop, opens in the park's White Water Bay water park. It takes over the location previously home to Swim Shack.
On June 14, the park announces that the Sundance Theatre performance venue will be removed to make way for a new attraction in 2022.
In June, the Trader Six gift shop opens in the park's Crackaxle Canyon section.
The July 4th Fest returns from July 2 through 4 and features a special patriotic fireworks show each evening. The All American Food Festival also returns for July 4th Fest, but operates through August 1. The food festival, located in Crackaxle Canyon, features several food booths and craft beers.
Poltergeist closes on July 5 for a major refresh/enhancement project. The attraction receives a paint job with light green track and dark green-gray supports. The trains also receive paint jobs and refreshed graphic designs. Poltergeist’s queue is rethemed with an indoor portion and new entry portal added. Poltergeist reopens on September 3.
On July 28, Fiesta Texas holds their first-ever FT92 fan event inside Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. The park announces Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, a custom B&M dive coaster set to open in 2022. The attraction takes over the former site of Sundance Theatre in Crackaxle Canyon.
In July, the Cheetos Popcorn Mix food stand opens in the park's DC Universe area.
On August 7, Sundance Theatre holds its final live performance, Country Traxx. Demolition of the venue takes place in September and October.
Fright Fest returns September 10 to October 31. Live entertainment includes Mariachi Los Soberanos in Zaragoza Theatre Plaza, The Slay Belles and Terror at Teatro in Teatro Fiesta, Uptight on the Upright in Thirsty Buffalo Saloon and The Awakening, Dr. Diabolical's Monster Mash Bash, The Frightful Finale and Wicked Mixx Vol. II in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. Haunted Houses include Buried Alive, CarnEvil 3D, the Houngan House of Voodoo, RockKill High School and Slaughterhouse 6. Scare Zones include Fear Acres, Hell Valley Cemetery, Infestation, Soul Harvest and Wicked Hollow. Other attractions include the Looney Tunes Twick-or-Tweat Trail, the Six Flags Bier Festival, Steam Punkins and Storytelling with Bridgette Aye Nottavitch.
In October, the modern-day Sangerfest Halle Stage is demolished as a major remodel of Sangerfest Halle begins. The original circular Sangerfest Halle Stage remains in tact and is given a new facade. Fiesta Texas also begins demolition of the ticket booths at the park's entrance.
In the fall, Crow’s Nest is repainted.
The Totally Kickin' Chicken dining location closes on October 31 as it is demolished to make way for Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger.
In November, Mike Spanos, Six Flags' CEO, is abruptly let go. Selim Bassoul is appointed to the position.
Holiday in the Park takes place November 20 to January 2. Live entertainment includes the Christmas Tree Lighting in Rockville, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas and Feliz Navidad Con Mariachi Los Soberanos in Teatro Fiesta, The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, My Christmas Card to You at Rockville High School and The Sleigh Belles at the Rockville Plaza Stage. Other attractions include Santa's Cottage, Holiday Traditions & Trimmings in Texas Stage Square, and the Taste of Holiday in the Park food festival.
Belly-down rider harnesses come to SkyScreamer December 8 to January 19. Though originally advertised as a limited-time offering, this new rider experience becomes a permanent installation as an upcharge attraction.
2020
In January, the Boomerang roller coaster is repainted with teal track and orange supports.
Kiddee Koaster is rethemed to Streamliner Coaster and receives a paint job with silver track and red supports. Krazy Kars, also in the children's area, is rethemed to Rambling Road.
Mardi Gras Festival takes place January 18 to March 1. Entertainment includes The Mardi Gras Parade, The Big Easy Trio at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Dixieland Jazz Celebration at the Los Festivales Stage and The King William Brass Band at the Rockville Outdoor Stage. The event also features a large, cajun-themed food festival.
On March 13, Six Flags temporarily closes all properties in response to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, the debut of the SPLASH Water Parade is canceled.
Fiesta Texas reopens June 19 during the COVID-19 pandemic. New safety measures for visiting the park include required reservations, wearing masks, temperature screenings, limited capacity and a focus on sanitization and social distancing.
Summer entertainment includes the all-new ¡Fuego! in Teatro Fiesta, Summer Nights in Sundance Theatre and the debut of the Rock the Night fireworks and special effects spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. Entertainment offerings canceled due to COVID-19 include Disco Fever in Rockville High School and The Sound System at Sangerfest Halle Stage.
Hallowfest, a new Halloween event, takes place September 18 to November 1. Entertainment includes Wicked Mixx Vol. 1 and Terror at Teatro in Sundance Theatre, Creature Feature and Mariachi Los Soberanos in Teatro Fiesta and the Frightful Finale fireworks show in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. The event also features Fear Acres, a new scare zone, the return of the Soul Harvest, Infestation and Wicked Hollow scare zones and a new Steampunkin feature in Crackaxle Canyon.
In November, the park announces that Dare Devil Dive Flying Machine’s grand opening is pushed back to 2021.
Holiday in the Park returns November 21 to January 3. Entertainment includes the Christmas Tree Lighting, Greeting from Santa in Los Festivales, Holly Jolly Holiday and Jingle Jams in Sundance Theatre, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas and Mariachi Christmas in Teatro Fiesta, The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre and Ignite the Night, a new fireworks extravangza themed around the New Year, in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. Other activities include the Holiday Express, Holiday Illuminations, Candy Cane Lane, H2Ho Ho Ho and more.
2010 to 2019
2019
Six Flags Fiesta Texas begins year-round operation in 2019.
Fiesta Texas introduces their seventh park area, DC Universe. The new area is a combination of the Spassburg and Rockville sections, rethemed with DC Comics characters and icons.
Pirates of the Deep Sea, a new dark ride attraction that takes over the former Scooby-Doo Ghostblasters location, opens on January 12. Soft openings take place from January 1 to 6.
In January, the Kettle Corn and The Hop food stands are removed. Jelly Belly, a shop on Fiesta Bay Boardwalk, is also removed.
Mardi Gras Festival operates from January 19 to March 3 and includes a daily parade with new floats, decor and specialty food items. Live entertainment includes The Big Easy Duo at Sangerfest Halle Stage, the Dixieland Jazz Celebration at Texas State Square Stage and The King William Brass Band at the Rockville Plaza Stage.
In February, it is announced that The Joker Wild Card will be renamed The Joker Carnival of Chaos. Fiesta Texas also announces that Whirligig will return as DC Super-Villains Swing.
In March, Coaster Candy opens and takes over the former location of Spitze's Sweets in Spassburg.
After closing for extensive refurbishment in February, Hustler reopens to the public on April 13.
In April, Boardwalk Treasures opens in the former Jelly Belly location. All American Nachos, a dining location, is also renamed Aztek Nachos.
Summer entertainment includes Baila Cumbia (new) and V!BE 2019 in Teatro Fiesta, Detention at Rockville High in Rockville High School (new), the Rockville Block Party, Summer Nights in the revamped Sundance Theatre (new) and the Celebrate! Summer Night Spectacular.
Superman Gift Shop is renamed Daily Planet Gifts in July.
The Joker Carnival of Chaos officially opens on August 10, though previews (soft openings) began on July 28. DC Super-Villains Swing also officially opens on this date.
A new event, the Last Call Summer Festival, takes place August 24 to September 8. The festival features Oktoberfest-inspired specialty food items and numerous beer selections.
On August 29, Fiesta Texas announces that Dare Devil Dive Flying Machines, a Zamperla Super Air Race attraction, is new for 2020. Other improvements announced include a Boomerang renovation, retheming of Kidzopolis, a new summer fireworks display and a steampunk overlay coming to Crackaxle Canyon.
The Las Banderas gift shop opens near the park's front gate in the summer.
Fright Fest operates from September 13 to November 2. Entertainment includes Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater, the return of The Arrival in Crackaxle Canyon, House of Bones II in Zaragoza Theatre, Noche de los Muertos (new) in Teatro Fiesta and Creature Feature II: Monsters in Paradise (new) in Sundance Theatre. A new scare zone, Infected, is unveiled in the Rockville section. The event features six haunted houses and five scare zones. Haunted houses return as an upcharge attraction for the first time since 2015.
On October 24, Six Flags announces that Jim Reid-Anderson will retire from the company. On November 18, Mike Spanos takes over as president and CEO of Six Flags.
In November, Texas Gunslinger is moved from Crackaxle Canyon to the park's Fiesta Bay Boardwalk area and renamed Slingshot.
Holiday in the Park takes place from November 23 to January 5. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Happy Holidays (new) at Sangerfest Halle Stage, The Tinseltones at the Rockville Christmas Tree Stage, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Rockville and Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas in Teatro Fiesta. Other new attractions include Candy Cane Lane in Crackaxle Canyon, the relocation of Santa's Cottage to the entrance of White Water Bay and the debut of the Taste of Holiday in the Park food festival in Spassburg.
The 2018 season begins on February 25.
During the off-season, Goliath, Tornado (White Water Bay) and Taz's Tornado receive brand new paint jobs.
Kinderstein, the park's mini tea cups attraction, is refurbished during the off-season.
The former Cold Stone Limited location becomes Funnel-Liscious, a new funnel cakes stand.
Blue Snowman Ice Cream, featuring Dole soft serve, takes over the former location of Reggie's Funnel Cakes in Rockville.
Cocktails on the Corner, a new full-service bar, is added to Primo's Pizzeria in Rockville.
Wonder Woman Gifts, a brand new gift shop, is added to Rockville.
The Der Pilger Bahnhof train station is given a theme refresh and is repainted yellow, brown and turquoise.
Daffy's School Bus Express is given a paint job during the spring.
Mardi Gras Festival returns to the park from April 27 through May 28 and features all-new food options, a nighttime parade with new floats and event-related entertainment that includes The King William Brass Band and King of N'Awlins Swing.
Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster officially opens to the general public on May 12, 2018 with soft openings beginning on April 27.
Spring/summer entertainment includes ¡Bailando! and V!BE in Teatro Fiesta, Vinyl Countdown: Volume II in Zaragoza Theatre and the all-new Totally Rockville in Rockville High School.
The Celebrate! Summer Night Spectacular returns and runs through the summer months.
July 4th Fest takes place from June 30 to July 4. Additions to the event include the All American Food Festival and after party.
Grand Carousel (formerly known as Amerigoround) is reinstalled in the Spassburg park area. The ride officially reopens on July 18.
On August 26, it is announced that The Twister will not operate for the remainder of 2018.
On August 30, the park announces that The Joker Wild Card, a Zamperla Giga Discovery, will be new for 2019. The park also announces the addition of DC Universe for 2019. This new park area takes over parts of Rockville and Spassburg.
Fright Fest operates from September 14 to October 31. Entertainment includes the all-new House of Bones in Zaragoza Theatre, Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater, Rock Apocalypse in Sundance Theatre, Monster Boogie in Teatro Fiesta and The Awakening. A new haunted house, Midnight Museum of the Macabre, is introduced in the Spassburg section. A new scare zone, Soul Harvest, is introduced in the park's Los Festivales section. The event features six haunted houses and five scare zones.
In October, a new gift shop named Simply Southern opens in the Spassburg park area.
Panda Express permanently closes at the end of Fright Fest.
The Twister is demolished and removed from the park in November.
Holiday in the Park operates from November 17 to January 6. Entertainment includes the all-new The Heart of the Holidays show in Rockville High School, The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, The Tinseltones at the Rockville Christmas Tree Stage, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Rockville and Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas at Sangerfest Halle Stage. New for 2018 is the Magic of the Season Ornament in Los Festivales.
2018
2017
The 2017 season begins on February 25.
Thunder Rapids Water Coaster, a Proslide RocketBLAST Water Coaster, is added to White Water Bay. This is the first installation of its kind in North America. The ride opened to the general public on June 3 with soft openings from May 27 to 29.
Spring/summer entertainment includes V!BE in Teatro Fiesta (new), From Memphis to Motown at Sangerfest Halle Stage, The Vinyl Countdown: Volume II in Zaragoza Theatre (new) and the Celebrate! Summer Night Spectacular, a new fireworks/special effects production.
A Mardi Gras Festival, featuring an authentic daily parade and specialized food, operates from March 24 to April 30. Entertainment includes The King William Brass Band at Texas State Square Stage.
White Water Bay opens for the season on April 29.
Four water slides are repainted and renamed in White Water Bay. Mine Shaft is renamed Bermuda Triangle, Blowout is renamed Paradise Plunge, Six Chuter is renamed Riptide Runner and Twister is renamed Typhoon Twister.
Drop of Doom, a virtual reality ride feature, is added to the Scream attraction from July 15 to August 21.
On July 18, it is announced that John M. Duffey, the president and CEO of Six Flags, had retired from the company. Jim Reid-Anderson re-assumes the role.
Major repainting of food and shop structures takes place throughout the season, mostly impacting the Crackaxle Canyon and Los Festivales park areas.
On July 23, Power Surge (Intamin Shoot the Chutes), one of the park's original water ride attractions, closes permanently.
In early August, the park announces that Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster will be coming to Rockville in 2018, replacing Power Surge.
White Water Bay closes for the season on September 10.
A new table service restaurant, Thirsty Buffalo Saloon, opens in Crackaxle Canyon just before Fright Fest begins.
Fright Fest starts on September 15, which is the earliest start time for the festival in park history. Live entertainment includes Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater, Dead Man's Party in Zaragoza Theatre, Rock Apocalypse in Sundance Theatre and Monster Boogie (new) in Teatro Fiesta. Fright Fest also offers six haunted houses and five scare zones. The event ends on October 31.
In October, construction begins moving quickly on Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster and coaster pieces arrive on-site.
In November, Amerigoround is removed from Rockville for refurbishment and relocation during the 2018 season.
Holiday in the Park begins on November 18. Live entertainment The Tinseltones in Rockville, My Christmas Card to You in Rockville High School, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas at Sangerfest Halle Stage and The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre. New attractions include Santa's Cottage in Crackaxle Canyon, Winter Wonderland at the Spassburg/Crackaxle Canyon foliage tunnel and Hometown Holidays in Rockville. The event ends on January 7.
In December, the park announces that Scooby-Doo Ghostblasters will close at the end of the season. The ride officially closes on January 7, 2018.
The 2017 season ends on January 7, 2018.
2016
On February 18, John M. Duffey takes over as CEO of Six Flags. Jim Reid-Anderson is promoted to executive chairman.
The 2016 season begins on February 27. Daily tickets are $63.99, season passes are $75.99 and daily parking is $20.00.
Fiesta Bay Boardwalk's boardwalk is completely refurbished with new wood. All boardwalk buildings and some attractions are repainted. New LED lighting features are added throughout the area.
Fireball, a Larson Super Loop, Hurricane Force 5, a Zamperla Disk'O and Spinsanity, a Larson Tilt-a-Whirl open in the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area.
Summer entertainment includes #iPop in Teatro Fiesta, From Memphis to Motown at Sangerfest Halle Stage (new), Vinyl Countdown in Zaragoza Theatre and the Lone Star Spectacular at the end of each evening.
Fright Fest operates from September 24 through October 31. Entertainment includes Skeleton Krew in Teatro Fiesta, Dead Man's Party in Zaragoza Theatre (new), Rock Apocalypse in Sundance Theatre and Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. New attractions include the Buried Alive haunted house and Wicked Hollow scare zone. The event features five scare zones and five haunted houses. Haunted houses are free for the first time ever, though the park still provides upgrade options.
Holiday in the Park operates from November 19 through January 2. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, My Christmas Card to You in Rockville High School, The Tinseltones at Rockville Christmas Tree Stage and Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas at Sangerfest Halle Stage. The park adds two new attractions, including North Pole Reflections, a building projection show, and Holiday Illuminations, a Christmas light show added to the Rockville Christmas tree.
Demolition of Hill Country Racer, a six-lane water slide, begins in December to make way for the new Thunder Rapids Water Coaster attraction.
The 2016 season ends on January 2, 2017.
2015
Batman: The Ride, a S&S 4D Free Spin coaster, is added to the Rockville park area and officially opens on May 3, 2015.
Summer entertainment includes Ovation in Zaragoza Theatre, #iPop in Teatro Fiesta, Vinyl Countdown in Rockville High School and Lone Star Nights in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place October 3 to November 1. Entertainment includes Skeleton Krew in Teatro Fiesta, Creature Feature in Zaragoza Theatre, Rock Apocalypse in Sundance Theatre and Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. New attractions include the Slaughterhouse 6 and Nightmares haunted houses, along with the Chupacabras From Hell and Aftermath scare zones. The event features a total of four haunted houses and four scare zones.
Holiday in the Park finishes out the season from November 21 to January 3. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, My Christmas Card to You in Rockville High School Theatre, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas at Sangerfest Halle Stage, The Tinseltones at the Rockville Christmas Tree Stage and the Christmas Tree Lighting Spectacular in Rockville. Other attractions includes Frostee's Skating Rink and Santa's Castle.
S.S Overboard, Little Castaways and Frisbee are removed from the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area.
2014
The Bahama Blaster, Bamboo Chutes and Paradise Cove attractions are added to the White Water Bay water park.
Summer entertainment includes Ovation in Zaragoza Theatre, the final season of Rockin' at Rockville High in Rockille High School, Ritmos del Verano in Teatro Fiesta, Roadhouse Country in Sundance Theatre, Looney Tunes - We Got the Beat! at Sangerfest Halle Stage and Lone Star Nights in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest returns September 24 to October 30. Entertainment includes Creature Feature in Zaragoza Theatre, Skeleton Krew in Teatro Fiesta, Welcome to my Nightmare in Sundance Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. A new haunted house, Hotel Fangerosa, debuts. The event features four haunted houses and three scare zones.
Holiday in the park returns November 28 to January 4 and finishes out the 2014 season. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, My Christmas Card to You in Rockville High School, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas at Sangerfest Halle Stage, the Christmas Tree Lighting Spectacular in Rockville and The Tinseltones at the Rockville Christmas Tree Stage. Other attractions include Santa's Castle, Frostee's Skating Rink, Holiday Falls, Magical Musical Lights and Ms. Claus' Cookie & Cocoa Workshop.
Motorama Turnpike is removed from the Rockville park area to make way for Batman: The Ride in 2015.
2013
Texas Gunslinger, a Funtime Slingshot attraction is added to the Crackaxle Canyon park area where Wagon Wheel once stood.
The Rattler is reintroduced as Iron Rattler after undergoing major reconstruction into a hybrid coaster during 2012 and the off-season. Iron Rattler officially opens on May 25.
Summer entertainment includes Ovation in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Ritmos del Verano in Teatro Fiesta, Country Chart Toppers in Sundance Theatre, Looney Tunes - We Got the Beat! at Sangerfest Halle Stage and Lone Star Nights in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest returns October 5 to 27. Entertainment includes Creature Feature in Zaragoza Theatre, Last Chance Legends Reunion Concert in Sundance Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. New attractions include Fear House 3D and Circus Berzerkus on Fiesta Bay Boardwalk, Total Darkness in Spassburg and Texas Troll-Way. The RockKill scare zone is renamed Zombie Apocalypse. The event features four haunted houses and three scare zones.
Holiday in the Park finishes up the season. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas in Teatro Fiesta, Happy Holidays at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Rockville Dickens Carolers in Rockville.
2012
SkyScreamer, a Funtime Star Flyer attraction, opens in the Spassburg park area.
Big Spin is renamed Pandemonium.
Summer entertainment includes Ovation in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, ¡Baila! in Teatro Fiesta, Country Chart Toppers in Sundance Theatre, Looney Tunes - We Got the Beat! at Sangerfest Halle Stage and Lone Star Nights in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
The Rattler is closed on August 4 in preparation for construction to become the Iron Rattler.
Fright Fest returns October 6 to 28. Entertainment includes Creature Feature in Zaragoza Theatre, Last Chance Legends in American Deadstand in Sundance Theatre, the Looney Tunes Halloween Dance Party at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Kidzopolis Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. Other attractions include the debut of the RockKill High School haunted house, Mayor Slayer's Midnight Mansion and the RockKill and Crackaxle Canyon scare zones.
Holiday in the Park takes place November 23 to January 6. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas in Teatro Fiesta, Happy Holidays at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Rockville Dickens Carolers in Rockville. Other attractions include Frostee's Skating, the Magical Musical Light Show, Santa's Castle and the Tree Lighting Ceremony.
S.S. Overboard ceases normal operation after the 2012 season.
2011
Six Flags, Inc. ends licensing contracts with both Tony Hawk and The Wiggles.
Tony Hawk's Big Spin is renamed Big Spin.
Wiggles World is renamed Kidzopolis. Romp Bomp a Stomp is renamed Kiddee Koaster. The Wiggly Trail is renamed Buckarooz. The Big Red Cars is renamed Krazy Kars. Yummy Yummy Fruit Salad is renamed Up, Up & Away. The Big Red Planes is renamed ZoomJets.
Summer entertainment includes Ovation in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Groovin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Ritmos del Corazon in Teatro Fiesta, Straight Country and Rockin' the Country in Sundance Theatre, Looney Tunes - We Got the Beat! at Sangerfest Halle Stage and Lone Star Nights in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
The park's Fright Fest event returns October 1 to 30. Entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Cornelius, the Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Creature Feature in Rockville High School and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. Other attractions include the Midnight Mansion haunted house and the Shade Arbor, Rockville and Crackaxle Canyon scare zones.
Holiday in the Park finishes out the 2011 season. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas in Teatro Fiesta, Happy Holidays at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Rockville Dickens Carolers in Rockville.
Wagon Wheel is removed from the Crackaxle Canyon park area.
2010
In April, Six Flags emerges from bankruptcy. In June, the company is re-listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The chain is renamed Six Flags Entertainment Corporation.
On May 12, it is announced that Mark Shapiro is no longer the CEO of Six Flags. In August, Jim Reid-Anderson is named as the new CEO of the company.
Summer entertainment includes Show Stoppin' in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Groovin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Ritmos del Corazon in Teatro Fiesta, Straight Country and Rockin' the Country in Sundance Theatre, Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing and The Looney Tunes Dance-Off at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Get Ready to Wiggle in Wiggles Theatre and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place in October and themed entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Creature Feature in Rockville High School, This is Halloween in Teatro Fiesta, the Looney Tunes Halloween Dance Party at Sangerfest Halle Stage, the Wiggly Halloween Show in Wiggles Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Holiday in the Park returns from November 26 to January 2. Entertainment offerings include The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas in Teatro Fiesta, Happy Holidays at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Rockville Dickens Carolers in Rockville.
2010 marks the final season of the Frosty's Snow Chutes snow hill attraction during Holiday in the Park.
2000 to 2009
2009
Wiggles World is introduced for the 2009 season. New attractions for the area include Splish Splash Zone, Yummy Yummy Fruit Salad and The Big Red Planes. The Wiggles Theatre, a new entertainment venue, is also constructed within the area.
Attractions already located in this section of the park are renamed and rethemed. Der Rollschuh Coaster is renamed Romp Bomp a Stomp and Kinderbahn is renamed The Big Red Cars. Lil' Bronco Buster is moved from Crackaxle Canyon to Wiggles World and renamed The Wiggly Trail.
In Spassburg, Die Fledermaus is renamed Whirligig, Steingasse is renamed Fender Bender and Der Twister is renamed The Twister.
Summer entertainment includes Rockin' the Decades in Rockville, Get Ready to Wiggle! in Wiggles Theatre, Show Stoppin' in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Groovin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Ritmos Latinos in Teatro Fiesta, Country Rocks! and Forever Country in Sundance Theatre, the Looney Tunes Talent Show at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
In June, Six Flags files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Their chain of theme parks continues to operate as the company is restructured.
Fright Fest returns October 3 to November 1. Entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Creature Feature in Rockville High School, Ritmo Fantasma in Teatro Fiesta, the Looney Tunes Halloween Dance Party at Sangerfest Halle Stage, the Wiggle Halloween Show at Wiggles Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Holiday in the Park takes place November 27 to January 3 to close out the season. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Happy Holidays at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Wiggly Christmas in Wiggles Theatre and the Rockville Dickens Carolers in Rockville.
2008
Goliath, a B&M inverted coaster, opens on April 18, 2008 in the Los Festivales park area.
Summer entertainment includes Blast Fever in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Groovin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Tejano Rhythms in Teatro Fiesta, Country Rocks!, Down Home Country and Platinum Country in Sundance Theatre, the Looney Tunes Talent Show at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest, the park's Halloween event, returns in October. Entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Creature Feature in Rockville High School, Ritmo Fantasma in Teatro Fiesta, the Looney Tunes Frightfully Fun Dance Party at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Cornelius, the Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Holiday in the Park takes place November 28 to January 4. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Sounds of the Season in Teatro Fiesta, Happy Holidays at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Rockville Dickens Carolers in Rockville. Frosty's Snow Chutes, a snow hill attraction, is added for Holiday in the Park.
At the end of 2008, Dornroschen is moved to the park's Rockville section and renamed Amerigoround.
Der Fliegenzirkus and Kinderwagen are removed after the 2008 season from the Spassburg park area. The Spassburg Theatre is also removed.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows" for the tenth year in a row.
2007
Tony Hawk's Big Spin, a Gerstlauer spinning coaster, opens on March 10, 2007 in the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area.
Summer entertainment includes Rockin' at Rockville High and Reflections at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Latin Rhythm in Teatro Fiesta, Down Home Country and Genuine Country in Sundance Theatre, Vintage Vinyl, Encore! One Hit Wonders and the Looney Tunes Musical Revue at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest returns on weekends in October. Entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Fiesta de Los Muertos in Teatro Fiesta, the Scream & Shout Saloon Show in Sundance Theatre, Creature Feature at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Holiday in the Park returns to Fiesta Texas from November 23 to January 6. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Have Yourself a Mariachi Christmas in Teatro Fiesta and Happy Holidays at Sangerfest Halle Stage.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
2006
Armadillo Beach is renamed White Water Bay and the water park undergoes a large expansion.
New water park attractions include Whirlpool, Big Bender, Hill Country Racer (relocated from AstroWorld) and a revamped Splash Water Springs.
Summer entertainment includes Xcelleration in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Reflections at Rockville High in Rockville High School, The Heart of Country and Country Unleashed 2006 in Sundance Theatre, Fiesta Folklorico, Latin Explosion and Latin Rhythm in Teatro Fiesta, Heat Wave, Vintage Vinyl and Looney Tunes - We Got the Beat! at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest returns October 7 to 29. Entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Miss Lollie's Pops in Sundance Theatre, Roni Y Los Vampiros in Teatro Fiesta, Wolfman Hack's Creature Feature at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre, Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater, and the Three Deadies & The Daddy O's in Rockville. Other attractions include photos and interactions with Mayor Slayor and His Posse, Necropolis - Texas' Terror Town, Looney Tunes Spooky Town in Rockville High School and Spookie Cookie Pumpkin Town.
The Wipeout and Tempest are removed from the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
2005
Summer entertainment includes Xcelleration in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Reflections at Rockville High in Rockville High School, The Heart of Country and Country Unleashed 2005 in Sundance Theatre, Fiesta Folklorico, Latin Explosion and Latin Rhythm in Teatro Fiesta, Heat Wave, Vintage Vinyl and Looney Tunes - We Got the Beat! at Sangerfest Halle Stage and Fiesta Nights - A Live Musical Party and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Six Flags, Inc. is put up for auction.
Dan Snyder purchases enough stock to take over Six Flags, Inc. and names Mark Shapiro as the new CEO. He also replaces other board positions and closes the auction of the company.
Fright Fest entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Mr. Slither's Creepy Creatures in Sundance Theatre, Ritmo Fantasma in Teatro Fiesta, Return of Wolfman Hack's Creature Feature at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. Other Fright Fest attractions include Looney Tunes Spooky Town in Rockville High School and Necropolis.
Chaos is removed from the Rockville park area.
Turbo Bungy is removed from the Crackaxle Canyon park area.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
Crackaxle Springs and Ol' Swimmin' Hole are removed from the Armadillo Beach water park.
2004
Tornado, a water slide attraction, is added to the Armadillo Beach water park.
Summer entertainment includes The Amazing Chinese Acrobats in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Reflections at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Country Homecoming and Country Unleashed in Sundance Theatre, Fiesta Folklorico and Latin Explosion in Teatro Fiesta, Retro Fever and Heat Wave at Sangerfest Halle Stage and Fiesta Nights - A Live Musical Party and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place October 9 to 31. Entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Mr. Slither's Creatures in Sundance Theatre, Fiesta de Los Muertos in Teatro Fiesta, Return of Wolfman Hack's Creature Feature at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre and Mayor Slayer's Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater. Other attractions include Looney Tunes Spooky Town in Rockville High School and Necropolis - City of the Dead.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
2003
Joker's Revenge is removed from the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area and is relocated to Six Flags New Orleans.
Mini Tea Cups in the Spassburg park area is renamed Kinderstein.
Summer entertainment includes Rockin' at Rockville High and Reflections at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Celebrate Country in Sundance Theatre, Retro Fever and Play it Again! at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place October 4 to 26. Entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Zaragoza Theatre, Roni Garza Vampiros in Teatro Fiesta, Wolfman Hack's Creature Feature at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre, Do Wap Deadies, Croakin' Cow Folks and Spassburg Tales throughout park pathways and Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Floorless Roller Coaster” with Superman Krypton Coaster.
The Wipeout, an attraction on the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk, ceases operation after the 2003 season.
2002
Tempest, a Gravity Works Skyscraper attraction, is added to the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area.
Scooby-Doo Ghostblasters, a Sally Dark Ride attraction, is added to the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area.
The Rattler undergoes major retracking.
Joker's Revenge does not operate for the 2002 season.
Rodeo Rider is renamed Lil' Bronco Buster.
Poltergeist trains are upgraded with lapbar/seatbelt restraints, removing the over-the-shoulder restraint system.
Summer entertainment includes Circo Magnifico in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Reflections at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Classic Country and Now That's Country 2002 in Sundance Theatre, Carnival International at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest returns in October. Entertainment includes Last Chance Legends in Sundance Theatre, Wolfman Hack's Creature Feature at Sangerfest Halle Stage, Latin Halloween in Teatro Fiesta, Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre, Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater, Do Wap Deadies in Rockville, Psycho Beach Party and Uproar in Crackaxle. Other Fright Fest attractions include Looney Tunes Spooky Town in Rockville High School, Brutal Planet and Fearanoia.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
The Triple Dipper is removed from the Armadillo Beach water park.
2001
Turbo Bungy, a Eurobungy attraction, is added to the Crackaxle Canyon park area.
Summer entertainment includes Circo Magnifico in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Classic Country and Now That's Country 2001 in Sundance Theatre, Carnival International at Sangerfest Halle Stage and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place in the fall. Entertainment includes Love at First Fright in Rockville High School, Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre and Monster Mash Bash in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
Screamin' Skycoaster is removed from the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area.
2000
On March 11, 2000, Superman Krypton Coaster, a B&M floorless coaster, opens in the Spassburg park area.
The park has plans of building a brand new family coaster called the Boardwalk Canyon Blaster, but these plans never take place. The ride is eventually sold to Warner Bros. Movie World.
Summer entertainment includes Rockin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Now That's Country in Sundance Theatre and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place in the fall. Entertainment includes Love at First Fright in Rockville High School, Monster Mash Bash in Rockville and Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre.
Daffy's Duckaneer is removed from the park.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
1990 to 1999
1999
In 1999, Six Flags Fiesta Texas goes through a huge expansion, which includes over ten ride additions to the main park and new additions to the water park.
The Los Festivales area adds Boomerang, a Vekoma Boomerang coaster, which opens on March 13, 1999.
Crackaxle Canyon adds Daffy's Duckaneer, Foghorn Leghorn's Barnyard Railway, Yosemite Sam's Wacky Wagons and Rodeo Rider children's attractions.
The Spassburg area adds the Mini Tea Cups children's attraction.
The Rockville area adds Daffy's School Bus Express, Taz's Tornado and Chaos.
Scream, an S&S Combo Complex, is added to the Rockville park area (two towers open on March 13 while the third tower opens later in the season).
Poltergeist, a Premier Rides LIM coaster, opens on May 28 in the Rockville park area.
The water park is renamed Armadillo Beach and adds the Lone Star Lagoon and Texas Treehouse attractions
Frisbee is relocated to the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area with the addition of Boomerang.
Season passes for the 1999 season start at $39.99.
Entertainment includes Rockin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Now That's Country in Sundance Theatre and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas wins the Golden Ticket award for "Best Theme Park Shows."
Fright Fest takes place in the fall. Entertainment includes Love at First Fright in Rockville High School, Monster Mash Bash in Rockville and Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre.
The Gusher and Pipeline are removed from the Armadillo Beach water park.
1998
Before the season begins, Cap'n Willie's Shrimpboat, Bayside Paddle Boats (Fiesta Bay Boardwalk) and Seaside Golf (Fiesta Bay Boardwalk) are removed from the park.
Premier Parks purchases Six Flags, Inc. and Fiesta Texas.
Bugs' White Water Rapids, a Hopkins Log Flume ride, opens in the Spassburg park area.
Der Twister, a Huss Top Spin, opens in the Spassburg park area.
Frisbee, a Huss Frisbee, opens in the Los Festivales park area.
Summer entertainment includes Legends in Concert in Rockville High School and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place in the fall. Entertainment includes Love at First Fright in Rockville High School, Monster Mash Bash in Rockville and Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre.
Tadpole Pond and Sandy Bottoms are removed from The Ol' Waterin' Hole water park.
The Loop Drive-In, an outdoor entertainment venue, is removed.
1997
Road Runner Express, an Arrow Dynamics mine train roller coaster, is added to the Crackaxle Canyon park area.
Summer entertainment includes DC Comics Super Heroes Live in Zaragoza Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High and Reunion at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Country America and Warner Brothers Country in Sundance Theatre and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place in the fall. Entertainment includes Love at First Fright in Rockville High School, Monster Mash Bash in Rockville and Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre.
Holiday in the Park discontinues after the 1997 season.
Rennsporplatz is removed from the Spassburg section of the park after the 1997 season.
1996
Time Warner takes over management of Fiesta Texas, changing the name to Six Flags Fiesta Texas. USAA still remains the sole owner of the theme park.
Joker's Revenge, a Vekoma Hurricane Coaster, is added to the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk park area.
Wagon Wheel, a Schwarzkopf Enterprise, is added to the Crackaxle Canyon park area. This ride is relocated from Six Flags Over Texas.
The Ol' Waterin' Hole adds the Tadpole Pond, Sandy Bottoms, Ol' Swimmin' Hole and Crackaxle Springs attractions.
Rockin' at Rockville High is featured inside Rockville High School and the Lone Star Spectacular is featured at Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fright Fest takes place for the first time at Fiesta Texas. Entertainment includes Love at First Fright in Rockville High School, Monster Mash Bash in Rockville, Noches de Brujas in Teatro Fiesta, Sean Castle & the Skeletones and Cornelius, The Not-So-Very-Scary Scarecrow in Spassburg Theatre.
"A Lone Star Christmas" is given the new name, Holiday in the Park, and runs through December. Entertainment includes The Majesty of Christmas in Zaragoza Theatre, Navidad en Los Festivales in Teatro Fiesta and Magical Musical Christmas in Rockville High School.
1995
Screamin' Skycoaster is added to the Fiesta Bay Boardwalk section of the park.
Rockin' at Rockville High is featured inside Rockville High School and the Lone Star Spectacular is featured at Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
Fiesta Texas leads into their fourth season of the event, "A Lone Star Christmas" during the month of December.
1994
Fiesta Bay Boardwalk officially opens for the 1994 season. Attractions include Crow's Nest, Wave Runner, Cap'n Willie's Shrimpboat, Bayside Paddle Boats, Seaside Golf, The Wipeout, S.S. Overboard and Little Castaways.
Rockin' at Rockville High is featured inside Rockville High School and the Lone Star Spectacular is featured at Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
A one-day ticket to Fiesta Texas costs $24.95.
"A Lone Star Christmas" returns for its third season.
1993
Major construction begins on the park's sixth area, Fiesta Bay Boardwalk.
Rockin' at Rockville High is featured inside Rockville High School and the Lone Star Spectacular is featured at Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater.
A Lone Star Christmas returns for its second season. Entertainment includes Lone Star Christmas Spectacular each evening, Home for the Holidays - A Texas Christmas Card, Rockin' Christmas Eve and Uncle Scrooge's Christmas Banquet in Sangerfest Halle.
1992 - Opening Season
Fiesta Texas officially opens on March 14, 1992.
The park features four themed areas and a waterpark. The four areas include Crackaxle Canyon, Los Festivales, Rockville, and Spassburg. The water park is named Ol' Waterin' Hole.
Opening season entertainment offerings include The Heart of Texas and Festival Folklorico in Zaragoza Theatre, Texas Standard Time, Head for the Hills and the Lone Star Spectacular in Lone Star Lil's Amphitheater, Music Country Music in Sundance Theatre, Rockin' at Rockville High in Rockville High School, Rockin' Blue Rhythm at the Loop Drive-In, Motown Memories in Rockville, the Sauerkrauts at Sangerfest Halle Stage and Die Wurst Players at Sangerfest Theatre. Other specialty acts and performances were also featured throughout the park.
Being a primarily entertainment-based park, the only major roller coaster in operation is The Rattler.
Other major attractions that opened during the 1992 season include The Gully Washer, Whistle Stop train station, Steingasse, Die Fledermaus, Der Rollschuh Coaster, Kinderbahn, Dornroschen, Hustler, Power Surge, Rennsporplatz, Der Fliegenzirkus, Kinderwagen and Motorama Turnpike.
The Ol' Waterin' Hole, Fiesta Texas' water park, includes the Texas Tumble, White Water Canyon, The Six Chuter, The Mine Shaft, Blow Out, Twister, The Gusher, Pipeline, The Triple Dipper and Splashwater Springs attractions.
A Lone Star Christmas, a holiday-themed winter event, debuts at the end of the park's first season.
1990
The 23-month schedule of construction on Fiesta Texas officially breaks ground.
1988 & 1989
1989
A development team consisting of USAA and Gaylord Entertainment Company begin early stages of planning for the theme park. The striving SeaWorld San Antonio park, which opened in 1988, and the fact that San Antonio is a stable vacation destination, push the park development plans forward.
1988
The limestone quarry, which was created in 1934, is mined out for future development. This is the spot where Fiesta Texas will be constructed.