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Six Flags Fiesta Texas announced its newest addition: KID FLASH Comic Coaster, the world’s first single-rail family racing roller coaster.

'One thing that isn't bigger when it comes to Texas is trip costs,' said the report, which also praised SA's safety and array of fun options.

Several places around San Antonio are planning on starting the new year off with a bang — and that’s not just because of the fireworks.

Plans also include adding 11 additional rides to Fiesta Texas' existing water park.

Four million fewer guests visited Six Flags parks in the recently completed third quarter than during the same period a year ago. Over the first nine months of this year, the company’s turnstile count is down by 5.5 million customers.

The massive North East side campus, which includes eight manufacturing facilities, topped the list of commercial users of water during the 12-month period by a wide margin.

A year ago, Six Flags Fiesta's advertised discount prices as low as $30 for a day pass. Today its website advertises it for $60.

Riders of Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger will drop 15 stories at speeds of up to 60mph, according to park officials.

KSAT 12 is giving out a six-pack of tickets to Six Flags Fiesta Texas to several lucky KSAT Insiders.

Here's a clip of a virtual ride on the roller coaster ahead of its debut on July 30.

A promotional video gives thrill seekers a glimpse of a virtual ride on Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger, a new addition to Six Flags Fiesta Texas dubbed the "world's steepest dive coaster."

The world’s steepest dive rollercoaster is set to open at Six Flags Fiesta Texas this weekend.

The Arlington-based company reported a net loss of $66 million for the first quarter of 2022 after generating $138 million in total revenue.

Many of the seasonal activities are starting to open so I’ve compiled a list to make it easier for you to figure out where you want to go.

Baseball fans in San Antonio need to mark their calendars for the 2022 Missions return to the Texas League.

Are staff shortages putting a damper on Spring Break in San Antonio? Two major local theme parks weigh in.

It will be located off Loop 1604 and Interstate 10 near The Shops at La Cantera and Six Flags Fiesta Texas.

Analina Devora learned to play the drums from her grandfather. She thinks of him whenever she's onstage at Fiesta Texas.

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The fest was scheduled to start this weekend.

The roller coaster will suspend riders over a 'beyond vertical' drop before sending them...

The world’s steepest dive rollercoaster is in the works for Six Flags Fiesta Texas, just in time for its 30th anniversary.

Would you ride this 15-story roller coaster with a 95-degree drop?

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Last Fourth of July, fireworks shows were cancelled due to nationwide social distancing efforts to curb the pandemic. This year, however, Independence Day fireworks are...

Six Flags says no one was injured on a San Antonio ride despite a dramatic TikTok.

Rooftop Cinema Club’s drive-in at La Cantera Parkway is finally reopening after the original opening day of June 10 was pushed back due to excessive rains in San Antonio.

A California investment firm has purchased La Cantera Resort & Spa, the 496-room luxury resort near Six Flags Fiesta Texas, the San Antonio Business Journal reports....

Summer Splash LLC is bringing its Slide the Slopes business to Texas.

Another locally organized pop-culture convention is returning to San Antonio this summer, and it's not messing around. In addition to anime-centric con San Japan, Celebrity...

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The Rooftop Cinema Club at Six Flags Fiesta Texas has released the first movies of its summer lineup.

New and classic flicks will abound at this summer’s iteration of Rooftop Cinema Club, an outdoor cinema experience that's returning to let Alamo City movie...

Do you want to get the COVID-19 vaccine? Want a free ticket to Six Flags Fiesta Texas? Then this deal is right for you.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas is easing its COVID-19 safety protocols following the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Texas officials.

New mask guidance released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last week has consumers wondering if they still need to mask up if they’re heading into a store or attraction.

(AP Photo/Eric Gay) (Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. (Andrew Salinero)This graffiti was spotted in downtown San Antonio after a peaceful protest over George Floyd’s death erupted into violence in downtown San Antonio on May 30, 2020. Wearing a face mask for protection as a precaution against COVID-19, a man walks along the River Walk in San Antonio, Monday, June 15, 2020, in San Antonio. Using social distancing and other protective measures against COVID-19, visitors ride a river barges along the River Walk in San Antonio, Monday, June 15, 2020, in San Antonio. Visitors, some wearing masks to protect against the spread of COVID-19, walk along the River Walk in San Antonio, Wednesday, June 24, 2020, in San Antonio.

SAN ANTONIO – If you’re looking for a safe event to view holiday lights, then Six Flags Fiesta Texas may be a place for you and your family to visit. The company announced Wednesday that guests can enjoy the event that the whole family can enjoy in addition to its Holiday in The Park festivities. Six Flags Fiesta Texas President Jeffery Siebert, said the event allows families to enjoy holiday sights and sounds from the comfort and safety of their own cars. The Holiday in the Park Drive-Thru Experience will take place on 10 select weekday evenings from Nov. 30 though Dec. 17, in addition to the Holiday in the Park operation schedule. For more information on Six Flags Fiesta Texas’ Holiday in the Park Drive-Thru, visit the Events page by clicking here.

SAN ANTONIO – COVID-19 cases are once again on the rise in Texas and you may be feeling a little restless at home. If you’re looking for a way to get out of the house in a socially-distanced way, you might consider a drive-in movie. The Drive-In at Fiesta Texas, hosted by Rooftop Cinema Club is located just outside the front gates of Six Flags Fiesta Texas and is showing holiday classics throughout the rest of the world’s longest year. Here is the upcoming fall lineup, provided by Rooftop Cinema Club:November 27 - “Elf” and “Beetlejuice”November 28 - “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “E.T. Rooftop Cinema will host $5 “Community Screenings” for those area residents who have been impacted by COVID-19 and also those in support of Black Lives Matter.

SAN ANTONIO – Ghouls and goblins have been replaced with Christmas trees and "massive stacks of presents” at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Six Flags on Monday announced Fiesta Texas will still host Holiday in the Park this year despite a surge in COVID-19 cases across the U.S., but things may look a little different. Fiesta Texas will have no indoor shows this year, but the park will have outdoor holiday decor, millions of LED lights and socially distanced meets-and-greets with characters. Officials with the amusement park chain say the modified version of Holiday in the Park gives guests an “immersive and thrilling holiday celebration in a safe, outdoor environment.”Holiday in the Park is one of several places in San Antonio to see holiday lights. Along with the lights, Fiesta Texas will have Christmas trees, giant ornaments, “massive stacks of presents” and “larger-than-life toys" for photo opportunities.

The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. There’s a new Halloween-themed event: the “Freaky Car Show," which features celebrity appearances at Celebrity Fan Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. In compliance with social distancing guidelines and safety regulations, all guests must pre-register and will be required to wear face masks, as well as pass a temperature test upon arrival. No guests with a temperature more than 100.3 degrees will be allowed into the park.

SAN ANTONIO – The weather is starting to cool off in San Antonio and one of the city’s newest movie venues has added more flicks to the fall lineup including some Halloween classics and a few horror flicks. Ticket prices are $24 or $32 per vehicle depending on seating preference and parking spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Retired and active military can receive a 15% discounted ticket online with a valid military I.D., shown upon entering the venue, officials said. “Rooftop Cinema will host $5 ‘Community Screenings’ for those impacted by COVID-19 and also those in support of Black Lives Matter. 100% of the proceeds from the first film shown every Tuesday will be donated directly to the San Antonio Food Bank and to the Black Lives Matter organization,” according to cinema officials.

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio’s new movie venue has added more movies to the fall lineup including some Halloween classics and a few horror flicks. Ticket prices are $24 or $32 per vehicle depending on seating preference and parking spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Retired and active military can receive a 15% discounted ticket online with a valid military I.D., shown upon entering the venue, officials said. “Rooftop Cinema will host $5 ‘Community Screenings’ for those impacted by COVID-19 and also those in support of Black Lives Matter. 100% of the proceeds from the first film shown every Tuesday will be donated directly to the San Antonio Food Bank and to the Black Lives Matter organization,” according to cinema officials.

SAN ANTONIO – The omission of a large chunk of Metallica’s drive-in concert was sad but true for the fans who made their way to Six Flags Fiesta Texas on Saturday night, but the band isn’t leaving them cheated. A spokesperson said fans will receive a $50 refund of their $115-per-vehicle admission. Encore Drive-In announced the concert, which was shot especially for the drive-in series in Northern California and edited for the show, on Aug. 10. Encore Drive-In has not yet released a statement to KSAT.com and has not said why the opening set and first three Metallica songs were missing. The San Antonio Current, which first reported the story, said fans missed about an hour total of the drive-in performances.

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio’s newest movie venue has added more movies to the lineup for The Drive-In at Fiesta Texas. “Rooftop Cinema will host $5 ‘Community Screenings’ for those impacted by COVID-19 and also those in support of Black Lives Matter. 100% of the proceeds from the first film shown every Tuesday will be donated directly to the San Antonio Food Bank and to the Black Lives Matter organization,” according to cinema officials. All films notated with “Summerween Weekend” in the list above will include Trunk-or-Treat car decoration contests each with prizes for best car décor and costumes, according to Rooftop Cinema Officials. Related headlines:San Antonio restaurant launches outdoor movie nightsBig Bend National Park reopens to the public in a limited capacityWalmart bringing free drive-in movie tour to San Antonio in September

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio’s newest drive-in movie venue has added more movies to the lineup for The Drive-In at Fiesta Texas including Halloween flicks in August. Retired and active military receive a 15% discounted ticket available online with a valid military I.D., shown upon entering the venue, officials said. “Rooftop Cinema will host $5 “Community Screenings” for those impacted by COVID-19 and also those in support of Black Lives Matter. 100% of the proceeds from the first film shown every Tuesday will be donated directly to the San Antonio Food Bank and to the Black Lives Matter organization,” according to cinema officials. All films notated with “Summerween Weekend” in the list above will include Trunk-or-Treat car decoration contests each with prizes for best car décor and costumes, according to Rooftop Cinema Officials.

SAN ANTONIO – PublisherKSAT.comLocationSan Antonio, TexasLast reviewed9/29/2020 6:30 p.m.OverviewHospitalizations due to COVID-19 in Bexar County have plateaued as social distancing guidelines and mask mandates remain in place for residents. Social distancingA majority of social distancing guidelines remain in place in San Antonio. EventsNearly every large gathering in San Antonio, like Fiesta, Mala Luna Music Festival and Diwali SA have announced their 2020 events will be canceled due to the pandemic. Greg Abbott has mandated that Texans in counties with 20 or more COVID-19 cases must wear face coverings in public. Theme parksSix Flags Fiesta Texas, SeaWorld San Antonio and the San Antonio Zoo are open at a 50% capacity limit, as allowed by Abbott.

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio’s newest drive-in movie venue, the Rooftop Cinema Club at Fiesta Texas, has extended its schedule through July 19. The drive-in, located just outside the front gates of Six Flags Fiesta Texas, shared the updated movie lineup via press release. The contactless, drive-in theater allows guests to bring food their own food or order concessions like popcorn, candy and soda from Rooftop Cinema or other on-site food truck partners. Tickets for the summer schedule can be purchased online starting at noon on June 25 at Rooftopcinemaclub.com. All guests will be expected to follow all local health and safety guidelines.

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio will soon have a new drive-in movie venue. “The Drive-In at Fiesta Texas” from the Rooftop Cinema Club will open in San Antonio on June 18. The drive-in, which will be located just outside the front gates of Six Flags Fiesta Texas, will start selling tickets online June 10. It will be a contactless drive-in theater and guests will be able to bring food or can order concessions like popcorn, candy and soda from Rooftop Cinema or other on-site food truck partners. The first slate of movies will run from June 18 through June 28 with more films coming in July.

SAN ANTONIO – Six Flags Fiesta Texas is the latest theme park to announce a reopening date. The theme park will gradually increase attendance and open to all guests on June 22. New reservation system put in place at Six Flags Theme parks to ensure proper social distancing“The extensive new safety measures we are implementing allow us to return to the business of providing thrilling family memories in a safe and fun environment," Six Flags Fiesta Texas Park President Jeffrey Siebert said. This ’new normal’ will be different in some ways, but we believe these additional measures are appropriate in the current environment,” Six Flags President and CEO Mike Spanos said. Six Flags announces face masks will be required for guests, employees once parks reopenGuests can make reservations to visit the theme park starting June 4.

click to enlarge Facebook / Six Flags Fiesta Texas"Contact-less" IR thermal imaging to screen temperatures of guests and employees prior to entryAn online reservation system to stagger arrival timesThermal imaging for temperature checksSecurity screening technologyExpanded mobile food orderingTouchless bag checksReduced capacity in indoor venues"Easy to identify distance markers" in all park entry, ride, restroom, retail and dining queue linesThough Gov. Greg Abbott has yet to announce a plan for reopening Texas theme parks, waterparks and attractions, Six Flags has released a reopening plan for all 26 of its properties, including Fiesta Texas in San Antonio.The first Six Flags scheduled for reopening is June 5 in Oklahoma City. The date for reopening Fiesta Texas and its other Lone Star State properties is dependent on when Abbott gives an order allowing them to resume business.Six Flags will enforce strict social distancing guidelines, including mandating all guests and employees wear face masks, Waco's KWTX reports.We have developed a comprehensive reopening safety plan that includes best practices from theme park and water-park industry experts, which will allow guests to experience our parks in the safest possible way, Six Flags President and CEO Mike Spanos told the TV station. This new normal will be very different, but we believe these additional measures are appropriate in the current environment.Texas' tourism industry presented the referenced plan to state officials on May 8 as part of a plea to be able to reopen attractions across the state.According to the KWTX report, the announced reopening plans will require all Six Flags properties to implement the following:

click image Instagram / leavitt2mephotographySan Antonio tourism has taken a significant economic hit as the COVID-19 pandemic hinders travel. Greg Abbotts plan to reopen the Texas economy, retail and dining businesses are slowly opening their doors and welcoming guests at limited capacity, but the travel industry says it's being left behind.On behalf of more than 600 organizational members, the Texas Travel Alliance calls on Governor Abbott to publicly recognize the importance of the Texas travel industry to the states economy, the organization's president and CEO, Dan Decker, said in a press release. The 1.2 million Texans who work in travel and tourism are counting on the Governor.On May 8, the Texas Travel Alliance sent Abbott a letter outlining the impact the COVID-19 shutdowns have had on the statewide travel economy. The correspondence cited data from the U.S. Travels weeklyTexas has been losing, on average, $432 million each week over the last six weeks during a time when travel in Texas is ramping up for the peak summer travel season, the release said. This equates to a $7.3 billion dollar loss in direct travel spending to our state and much of this impact is being felt by the more than 60,000 small businesses that make up the Texas travel industry.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas introduces new guest reservation system A reopening date for Fiesta Texas has not been announcedIn a news release Wednesday, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announced its new guest reservation system and its social distancing measures for its parks. In a news release Wednesday, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announced its new guest reservation system and its social distancing measures for its parks. Photo: Express-News File Photo Photo: Express-News File Photo Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Six Flags Fiesta Texas introduces new guest reservation system 1 / 1 Back to GalleryIn a news release Wednesday, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announced its new guest reservation system and its social distancing measures for its parks. The corporation is the parent company of Six Flags Fiesta Texas, which said in March that it planned to re-open in mid-May, or as soon as possible thereafter. To learn more about Six Flags reservation system, visit sixflags.com/reserve.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Schlitterbahn Resorts, SeaWorld closing for March amid coronavirus concernsSix Flags Fiesta Texas announced they are closing for the rest of March amid cornoavirus fears. Six Flags Fiesta Texas announced they are closing for the rest of March amid cornoavirus fears. Photo: WILLIAM LUTHER, SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS Photo: WILLIAM LUTHER, SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS Image 1 of / 70 Caption Close Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Schlitterbahn Resorts, SeaWorld closing for March amid coronavirus concerns 1 / 70 Back to GallerySix Flags Fiesta Texas has announced it is closing until the end of March due to coronavirus concerns. The park has also hired an infectious disease specialist for advice, Fiesta Texas said in a news release. Schlitterbahn Waterparks and Resort will also close its waterparks in New Braunfels and Galveston until the end of March.

SAN ANTONIO Home to Six Flags Fiesta Texas, The River Walk and the historic Alamo sight San Antonio is a popular traveling destination. Here are some fast facts you need to know before your trip to the Alamo City. The Alamo city attracts people for its many amenities such as cost of living, job opportunity, and affordable real estate. Spanish settlers built the Alamo in 1718, first known as the Mission San Antonio de Valero. The first Mission to be built in San Antonio was Mission San Antonio de Valero, better known as the Alamo.

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SAN ANTONIO - Do you have what it takes to spend 30 hours in a coffin with no connection to the outside world? Six participants will be chosen to compete in the coffin challenge at Six Flags Fiesta Texas in October. World's tallest ride of its kind coming to Six Flags Fiesta TexasYes, you will get bathroom breaks and food. There will be random visits from the Fright Fest freaks while you snooze in your "slightly used" coffin. Underground lakes part of major new discoveries at Natural Bridge CavernsCopyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

Daredevil Dive Flying Machines is the tallest ridge of its kind and it's coming to Six Flags Fiesta Texas in 2020. "On Daredevil Dive, guests will simulate the breathtaking aerobatic maneuvers of an expert stunt pilot as they swoop and spin through numerous barrel rolls and exhilarating loops and dives," said park president Jeffrey Siebert. Watch unlimited movies at Regal Cinemas with $18 movie subscription passAlso in the works at Six Flags Fiesta Texas is the Mardi Gras Festival which will bring themed food, merchandise and decor to the amusement park in 2020. Six Flags Fiesta Texas is open weekends year-round. Copyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

SAN ANTONIO - Six Flags Fiesta Texas will be holding an exciting grand opening celebration for The Joker Carnival of Chaos Saturday at 11 a.m. The Joker Carnival of Chaos is the world's tallest pendulum ride at 172 feet tall and seats 40 riders at one time and is the fastest ride in Fiesta Texas history. "Six Flags is recognized throughout the world for bringing new innovations and one-of-a-kind thrills to every park every year and The Joker Carnival of Chaps adds another world-record attraction for Six Flags Fiesta Texas," said Jeffrey Sibert, Fiesta Texas park president. Six Flags Fiesta Texas sweepstakesYou can win four tickets to Fiesta Texas! Sponsored article by Six Flags Fiesta Texas.

SAN ANTONIO - You can win four tickets to Six Flags Fiesta Texas! Plus, the Joker Carnival of Chaos is now open at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. The Joker Carnival of Chaos is the world's tallest pendulum ride at 172 feet tall and the ride travels at 75 mph. Visit sixflags.com/fiestatexas for more information. CLICK HERE TO ENTER THE CONTESTCopyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

WATCH: Joker Carnival of Chaos get set to open at Six Flags Fiesta TexasCopyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

WATCH: Joker Carnival of Chaos get set to open at Six Flags Fiesta TexasCopyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

Circle K Texas has partnered with Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and you can save up to $18 on single-day Six Flags Fiesta Texas passes at Circle K stores. Bring your 2019 Six Flags Fiesta Texas souvenir cup to any Circle K for $0.69 refills. Circle K Secret Word of the DayTune into GMSA at 6 a.m. every Monday to Friday for the Circle K Secret Word of the Day! Six Flags Fiesta Texas giveawayEnter to win four tickets to Six Flags Fiesta Texas here. Sponsored article by Circle K Texas.

SAN ANTONIO - Be sure to check out the new '"Joker Carnival of Chaos" exclusively at Six Flags Fiesta Texas! It's the world's tallest pendulum and fastest ride in the history of Fiesta Texas. Enter the contest below. Copyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

SAN ANTONIO - Looking to take the family to Six Flags Fiesta Texas this summer? IHOP is teaming up with Six Flags Fiesta Texas to offer a big discount on tickets and food. The "Summer Savings Passport" will offer four tickets to the theme park and $50 in IHOP gift certificates for $89.99. The advertised price for a single-day ticket on the Six Flags Fiesta Texas website is $50.99 per ticket. The Summer Savings Passport will be sold at 30 San Antonio IHOP locations starting Friday.