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The latest Six Flags Fiesta Texas news, trip reports and event reviews.
In-Depth Review of Fiesta Texas' 30th Anniversary Festival
The 30th Anniversary Festival, which celebrates Six Flags Fiesta Texas' 30th birthday, takes place now through May 30. On top of then and now displays and mini museums, the event also features the 30th Anniversary Food Festival and the return of historical shows. Join us as we try out the festival's food offerings and experience the return of Rockin' at Rockville High.
Dr. D's Cliffhanger Updates, Several Park Projects, 30th Easter Eggs & More
Since our last visit to the park, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger has seen completion of its track and support install! Plus, work continues on Sangerfest Halle and a new, upgraded drink refill station opens in Crackaxle Canyon. Join us as we go on a hunt for fun 30th anniversary Easter eggs located throughout Fiesta Texas.
The Two Coasters That Never Happened | Fiesta Texas Flashback Series
After being acquired by Six Flags, Inc. in the 90s, Fiesta Texas underwent several yearly expansions to provide a well-rounded theme park experience. These included the addition of four marquee roller coasters from 1997 to 2000, several children's and flat rides, new waterpark attractions and more. Join us as we navigate the 2000 season and look at the two coasters that never happened.
Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger Roller Coaster Train Reveal
Six Flags Fiesta Texas has unveiled the first train for Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, which is set to open later this summer! Unique to this train design is its seven-across seating on each row. Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger will feature the world's first true center seat experience on a dive coaster.
Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger Lift Hill Complete, First Drop Being Installed & More
Construction of Fiesta Texas' newest roller coaster, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, is moving at electric pace as the lift hill install is complete and crews have begun working on the first drop. We also check out other park updates, including the continued refresh of Primo's Pizzeria and several new Then & Now 30th anniversary features.
Reviewing the 2022 Taste of Mardi Gras Food Festival
The Taste of Mardi Gras Food Festival returns to Six Flags Fiesta Texas on select dates between January 15 and February 27. Offerings include savory items, such as crawfish etouffee and crab mac and cheese, along with beignets and other sweet items. Join us for a full tour of festival booths and reviews of several food offerings.
Mardi Gras Festival 2022 - The Parade Returns, New Live Entertainment & More
Mardi Gras Festival 2022 takes place on select dates from January 15 to February 27. Join us for an in-depth review of this year's event, which features the return of the Mardi Gras Parade, several live entertainment offerings, specialty decor and more.
Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger Track Install Begins, New Park-Wide History Displays
Construction continues on the upcoming Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger roller coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Crews have begun installing track pieces, along with the ride's transfer shed. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Fiesta Texas has begun to unveil a number of miniature museums, along with great Then & Now photo features spread throughout the park.
Six Flags Debuts Yet Another New Season Pass Tier Offering, Eliminates New Membership Purchases
Yesterday, Six Flags Fiesta Texas introduced a new three-tier season pass offering. While not every Six Flags park has adopted this concept, we should expect to see these offerings go chain-wide before spring. Now that memberships are no longer for purchase, we explain what current members can expect and how they can learn more about the new Legacy Member program.
Your Guide to Mardi Gras Festival 2022 at Fiesta Texas
Mardi Gras Festival returns to Six Flags Fiesta Texas in 2022 on select dates from January 15 to February 27. This year's event features the return of the Mardi Gras Parade, along with several other live entertainment offerings, the Taste of Mardi Gras food festival and more.
Belly-Down Ride Experience Comes to SkyScreamer
Taking place for a limited time between December 18 and January 9, choose to GO BIG on SkyScreamer and say see-ya later to the peaceful hanging seats as you strap on that flight suit and prepare to soar belly-down, 200 feet in the air at speeds of 40 miles per hour.
Holiday in the Park 2021 Opening Weekend
Join us for an in-depth look at Fiesta Texas’ holiday decor and Christmas lights, daytime and nighttime activities, new and returning live entertainment offerings, booths for the Taste of Holiday in the Park food festival and more.
Dr. D's Cliffhanger, Poltergeist, Sangerfest Halle, Primo's Remodel Updates
This jam-packed update from Fiesta Texas takes a look at several projects happening around the park, including Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger construction, more new theming for Poltergeist, the remodel progress of Sangerfest Halle and Primo's Pizzeria and more.
Major Fiesta Texas Construction Updates, Unveiling New 30th Anniversary Merchandise
This in-depth update takes a look at the major construction projects currently happening at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. We also unveil our exclusive 30th anniversary merchandise, set to release at the top of 2022, that highlights iconic Fiesta Texas attractions from the park's past.
Fright Fest 2021 - Immersive New Scare Zones, Monster Mash Bash Returns
We venture into the nighttime festivities of Fright Fest 2021 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas to check out the event's spooky offerings. Join us for an in-depth look at the park's new, immersive scare zones, a review on several of the haunted houses and a look at both the return of The Awakening, Monster Mash Bash and the Frightful Finale.
Fright Fest 2021 - New Live Shows, Daytime Activities & Event Tour
Fright Fest takes place at Six Flags Fiesta Texas now through October 31. During the day, the park features several family-friendly activities, including the Looney Tunes Twick-or-Tweat Trail and award-winning live entertainment. Join us for a daytime tour of Fiesta Texas' 2021 Fright Fest event, along with tours of scare zones and haunted houses.
Major Construction Updates, In-Depth Bier Festival Review
We check out the progress on the construction of the park’s new dive coaster, Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger, along with the demolition of Sundance Theatre and the upgrade and paint job taking place at Poltergeist. Also, join us for an in-depth review of the park's Bier Festival food offerings.
Fiesta Texas Takes Home Two Honors in This Year's Golden Ticket Awards
In the spring, Amusement Today invited the amusement industry to nominate shows for consideration of Best New Show of 2021. The five finalists boasted a diverse set of strengths — from live musical performances to nighttime extravaganzas to a parade.
An Interesting Experience at the All American Food Festival
We head out to Six Flags Fiesta Texas to review their All American Food Festival, which operates through Sunday, August 1. The festival features several food and drink booths throughout the park's Crackaxle Canyon section. Items include bacon-wrapped bacon, fruit desserts, over 100 brews and more.
Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger Roller Coaster Premiering at Six Flags Fiesta Texas Summer 2022
Six Flags Fiesta Texas, The Thrill Capital of South Texas, today unveiled plans to debut the world’s steepest dive roller coaster—Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger. This exhilarating new dive coaster features a cliffhanger hold, which suspends riders as they face straight down a 95-degree, beyond-vertical drop, then releases them moments later into a terrifying 150-foot dive.