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The latest Six Flags Fiesta Texas news, trip reports and event reviews.

Amerigoround Closed for Season
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Amerigoround Closed for Season

Sources from the park have confirmed that Amerigoround has begun the move from Rockville back to Spassburg. This is planned downtime as the park will take the remainder of the season to refurbish the ride, transport it to the new location…

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Friday the 13th Scavenger Hunt
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Friday the 13th Scavenger Hunt

On Friday, October 13, 2017, Six Flags Fiesta Texas will host a scavenger hunt for the first 500 guests to find 13 particular monsters within the park. Experience Fright Fest in a whole new way while searching for your chance to win a first, second, or third place prize! Don't worry - you'll be able to recognize the monsters!

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Fiesta Texas Closed 8/26-27 for Hurricane Harvey
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Fiesta Texas Closed 8/26-27 for Hurricane Harvey

Six Flags Fiesta Texas has announced this evening that the park will remain closed on Sunday, August 27th, 2017 as well due to the ongoing severe weather brought on by Hurricane Harvey. It is important to note that daily summer operation has now concluded and will be closed, as scheduled, this upcoming week. We expect the park to reopen next weekend as scheduled.

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NEW FOR 2018: Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster
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NEW FOR 2018: Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster

New for 2018 will be the Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster. The ride will be featured in Rockville at the previous site of Power Surge. Golden Lasso Coaster will be a single-rail coaster constructed by Rocky Mountain Construction. This coaster will be the first of its kind found in the world.

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Reid-Anderson Named Chairman, President and CEO at Six Flags
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Reid-Anderson Named Chairman, President and CEO at Six Flags

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Six Flags Entertainment Corporation today announced its board of directors has appointed Jim Reid-Anderson, who has been serving as Executive Chairman of the company since February 2016, as the company's new Chairman, President and CEO effective immediately, replacing John M. Duffey who has retired from the company.

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BREAKING: Power Surge to Close for Good
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BREAKING: Power Surge to Close for Good

Fiesta Texas made an official announcement today that Power Surge will officially close for good this season. Your last chance to ride this attraction will be on July 23rd. It seems as if this attraction had already been on the chopping block the last couple of seasons. The wear and tear Power Surge has endured over its lifetime has become very evident.

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Drop of Doom VR Coming to Scream July 14th
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Drop of Doom VR Coming to Scream July 14th

The VR concept is entitled Drop of Doom. In this setting, riders will be put into a simulated world where they participate in a gun battle with giant spiders. Riders will be equipped with the Samsung Gear VR headset, commonly used for virtual reality attractions throughout the Six Flags chain.

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Thunder Rapids POV Animated Video
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Thunder Rapids POV Animated Video

Six Flags Fiesta Texas has posted a brand new 360-degree video featuring the on-ride experience of Thunder Rapids Water Coaster. You can see that video below. Not much structural construction has taken place since our previous construction update. The ride is slated to open Memorial Day weekend at the end of Spring. White Water Bay, however, will officially open for 2017 on April 29th.

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2017 White Water Bay Opening, Mardi Gras Updates
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2017 White Water Bay Opening, Mardi Gras Updates

We visited the park this past weekend and no new visible construction has progressed on Thunder Rapids Water Coaster from what we could see. Keep checking back for construction updates as they become available. The ride is currently scheduled to open Memorial Day weekend.

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Holiday in the Park Guide, FAQ Page
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Holiday in the Park Guide, FAQ Page

Our Holiday in the Park 2016 Guide is now up and running. You can click HERE to directly access the guide. Our guide includes the most comprehensive information on live shows, things to do around the park, and other special happenings, and an interactive map.

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New for 2017 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
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New for 2017 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Get ready to ride the power of a storm! In celebration of Six Flags Fiesta Texas’ 25th Anniversary in 2017, The Thrill Capital of South Texas today announced another innovative and thrilling first—America’s first rocket blast water coaster—Thunder Rapids.

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