65th Anniversary Celebration
February 28 to December 31, 2026
Six Flags Over Texas, the original Six Flags park, celebrates its 65th anniversary throughout the 2026 season. Opened in 1961, Six Flags Over Texas is a pioneer in theme park innovation. Six Flags Over Texas was the first to introduce pay-one-price admission tickets and Broadway-style entertainment offerings at a theme park. The park is home to Runaway Mine Train, the world’s first mine train coaster, El Aserradero, the first-ever log flume ride, and the world’s first hybrid roller coaster, New Texas Giant. Past park icons include Wildcatter, Intamin’s first freefall ride, and Texas Chute Out, the first-ever modern parachute drop ride. In 2026, Six Flags Over Texas introduces Tormenta Rampaging Run, a massive dive coaster that breaks six world records.
Southern Palace Theatre, 1982
Tormenta Rampaging Run is accompanied by several other highlights during Six Flags Over Texas’ 65th anniversary celebration. Millions of dollars in maintenance continues, including building renovations and refreshes to classic park attractions. Entertainment makes a comeback with several new shows in the renovated Southern Palace Theatre, such as the Gazillion Bubble Show, The Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience, Celebrate! and illusionist Brad Ross. The 65th anniversary celebration is also highlighted by several special events and new food offerings.
Tormenta Rampaging Run
Six Flags Over Texas introduces Tormenta Rampaging Run later this year. The record-breaking dive coaster accompanies a major Spain area refresh and Cocina Abuela, a new restaurant.
History Museum
A 65th anniversary museum is in the works, set to open later this season on Smith Street. The museum will take guests back in time, featuring historical artifacts and memorabilia from past seasons.
Commemorative Bricks
Be a permanent part of Six Flags Over Texas history by purchasing a name-engraved commemorative brick. Bricks will be installed in Silver Star Mall near the Silver Star Carousel later this year. Pricing starts at $125.
Park Icon Revivals
Several beloved attractions see upgrades for Six Flags Over Texas’ 65th anniversary. Starting in 2025, both El Aserradero log flumes received structural renovations, fresh paint and new boats. Runaway Mine Train’s saloon building and final tunnel were refurbished, along with a fountain feature restoration. In 2026, Mr. Freeze debuts a complete queue line makeover with refreshed set pieces, projection and special snow effects. Mr. Freeze’s upgrades accompany ongoing theming improvements at the neighboring Batman: The Ride.
Rendering of Mr. Freeze’s refreshed queue design
The park’s original attraction, the Six Flags Railroad, is also set to make a comeback once Tormenta Rampaging Run is completed. The train’s Boomtown Depot has already been renovated, while passenger cars underwent extensive refurbishment during the offseason. The train will also have a new roundhouse constructed near the park’s primary maintenance area. A full makeover of La Fiesta de las Tazas, Six Flags Over Texas’ teacups attraction, is under way. The ride will re-debut with the park’s Spain section refresh. Both Silver Star Carousel and Runaway Mountain have also been slated for 2026 improvements. After receiving a refreshed lobby and exterior in 2025, Southern Palace Theatre debuts its seating upgrades during Spring Break’s Gazillion Bubble Show, along with enhancements to the sound and lighting systems.
Special Events
New Food Offerings
As guests enter Rancho de la Tormenta Plaza, they immediately will be engulfed by the aromas coming from Cocina Abuela, a brand-new restaurant redefining theme park dining. Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Spain and Latin America, the menu will showcase bold, scratch-made favorites like Spanish rice, papas bravas, chicken tinga, and fresh house-made guacamole, all crafted with an emphasis on vibrant flavors and authentic quality. Cocina Abulea will feature both indoor and outdoor seating areas, perfect for enjoying the park’s revamped Spain section.
Cocina Abuela debuts in 2026
Six Flags Over Texas introduces Texas Corn Dogs, a new restaurant near Crazy Horse Saloon. Taking over the former Texas Taco Bar, Texas Corn Dogs features hand-dipped corn dogs and spiral french fries. Additional new savory offerings include smoked chicken wings at JB’s Smokehouse BBQ and the outlaw dog; a sausage with jalapeño and cheese. Cinnamon pull-apart bread, first introduced during last season’s Holiday in the Park, is now a permanent offering at Los Dulces Sweet Shop and Etienne’s Cafe. Smith Street Ice Cream Parlor is undergoing a sweet tooth upgrade with new desserts and extreme milkshakes.