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<\/p>\nPublished on August 20, 2026<\/p>\n
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Fright Fest presented by SNICKERS\u00ae<\/a> returns to Six Flags Over Texas on select nights Sept. 11 through Nov. 1. The annual signature event offers five haunted mazes, six outdoor scare zones, multiple live shows and Halloween-themed food and beverages to celebrate the fall season.<\/p>\n Dare To Be Scared<\/p>\n Included with the purchase of a Haunted Attractions Pass, guests visiting Fright Fest can experience six haunted attractions inspired by immersive nightmares and iconic horror franchises.<\/p>\n The 2026 lineup includes:<\/p>\n
In addition to indoor mazes, themed outdoor scare zones will transform pathways throughout the park into terrifying environments each evening and are included with park admission. The new D\u00eda de los Muertos scare zone will also debut this season in the Mexico section of the park while returning zones Outlaw\u2019s Revenge, Forsaken Fairgrounds, The Last Harvest and The Plague wait in the shadows.<\/p>\n New Entertainment to Wake the Dead<\/p>\n This year\u2019s Fright Fest entertainment lineup includes the debut of \u201cWake the Dead,\u201d an interactive musical mystery that allows guests to help determine the outcome of a family murder investigation through audience participation.<\/p>\n Additional show favorites include:<\/p>\n
Family-Friendly Tricks and Treats<\/p>\n It\u2019s all fun and no fear at Tricks and Treats<\/a>, a Halloween celebration designed for children and guests seeking a not-so-scary experience. On select days from Sept. 12 through Nov. 1., families can enjoy a multitude of activities designed for interaction, playful moments and memories that will last a lifetime.<\/p>\n Fall family activities include:<\/p>\n
The Skelebration Dance Party, Looney Tunes Spooktacular Dance Party and new magic performances by Mike Williams round out exclusive family entertainment.<\/p>\n Halloween Food and Beverage Offerings<\/p>\n The 2026 Fright Fest menu features specialty desserts, savory items, cocktails and mocktails available throughout the park. Featured offerings include the Bride of Frankenstein Ice Cream, Poison Apple Funnel Cake, Cereal Killer Milkshake, Demon Dog, Flaming Elote Fries and Boo! Berry Wings.<\/p>\n Specialty cocktails, themed mocktails and returning blood bag beverages will also be available during the event.<\/p>\n Oktoberfest at Six Flags Over Texas<\/p>\n Oktoberfest presented by Cash App<\/a> returns to Six Flags Over Texas with German-inspired food, beverages, music and interactive games. Featured activities include Last Stein Standing and the daily Tap Zee Keg ceremony.<\/p>\n Guests can also enjoy performances by the Guttentag Players and the \u00dcber Oompah Band, along with seasonal menu items including Bavarian Pretzels, Bratwurst, Chicken Schnitzel on a Stick, Potato Pancakes, Black Forest Cake Trifle and Apfel Strudel.<\/p>\n 2027 Season Passes at Lowest Price This Year or Next<\/p>\n The best way to experience Fright Fest, Tricks and Treats and Oktoberfest is with a 2027 Gold Pass<\/a>, giving guests unlimited access to Six Flags Over Texas and Hurricane Harbor all this year and next, free parking, in-park discounts, Perks & Play rewards and access to other Six Flags parks in the region including Six Flags Fiesta Texas<\/a> and Schlitterbahn<\/a>. The 2027 Gold Pass is available at the lowest price this year or next for as low as $89 and renewals at just $79 (plus processing fee of up to $9.99 and applicable taxes). Offer ends Sept. 7. For more information, guests can visit Six Flags Over Texas online<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Published on August 20, 2026
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\nNEW! Doc Varnum\u2019s Hybrid Hell Pit \u2013 A backwoods-inspired sideshow realm featuring never-before-seen hybrid creatures, mysterious swamp fog and unpredictable encounters around every corner. This premium scare zone experience blends immersive horror, live entertainment and themed offerings in an all-new environment.
\nThe Conjuring Universe \u2013 Based on New Line Cinema\u2019s iconic horror franchise, guests will enter the Warrens\u2019 occult museum where cursed artifacts awaken ancient evil. They\u2019ll face Annabelle\u2019s malevolent stare, flee the Nun\u2019s unholy presence and survive the Perron farmhouse\u2019s demonic forces.
\nThe Strangers: No Escape \u2013 Guests will embrace the fear within The Strangers: No Escape as they\u2019re terrorized with no mercy and no motive. Inspired by the films The Strangers: Chapters 1 & 2, iconic masked figures lurk in the shadows and engage in the ultimate hunt at Six Flags Over Texas.
\nSAW: Legacy of Terror \u2013 Guests will face the ultimate trial of survival as they plunge into the depths of Jigsaw\u2019s twisted mind and traverse iconic scenes inspired by the SAW films. They\u2019ll try to escape some of John Kramer\u2019s most diabolical contraptions before time runs out.
\nEverSmile Industries presented by M&M’S\u00ae \u2013 Guests can step into a retro-futuristic factory tour where perfection comes at a cost.
\nTerror at the Polynesian Palm presented by SKITTLES\u00ae \u2013 An abandoned hotel attraction centered around a mysterious island legend with new and enhanced scares.
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\n\u201cThe Awakening,\u201d where the gates of darkness break open and terrifying creatures spill out into the shadows of the night.
\n\u201cThe Spectral Sisters,\u201d a group of supernatural voices blending in perfect harmony.
\n\u201cBallet de Folkl\u00f3rico: D\u00eda de los Muertos,\u201d a mesmerizing ballet of beauty and joy.
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\nTrick-or-Treat Trail
\nKids\u2019 Costume Contest
\nHay Bale Maze
\nPumpkin and Mask Painting
\nCasa Magn\u00e9tica and its seasonal D\u00eda de los Muertos overlay
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