Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest
Haunted attraction · Arlington · Texas
Fright Fest turns the Arlington park - home to more than 100 rides, shows and attractions including 14 roller coasters - over to scare zones and haunted mazes on select autumn nights. The park opened in 1961 under founder Angus G. Wynne, Jr.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: November 16–November 20
Color builds from November 3 · mostly bare by December 12
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest’s own coordinates and elevation (164 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Frequently asked
- When does Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 16–November 20 (best estimate November 18). Color starts around November 3 and is mostly bare by December 12.
- What is Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest best for?
- Families combining coasters with mild scares.
- How do I get to Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest?
- Six Flags Over Texas Fright Fest is in Arlington. The closest city is Dallas, about 16 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Texas's fall lineup.
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