Six Flags parks currently operating in Texas
Following the 2024 Six Flags / Cedar Fair merger and the 2025-2026 divestitures that closed Six Flags America and sold roughly seven parks (including Great Escape, Valleyfair, and Worlds of Fun) to EPR Properties, Six Flags confirmed it is streamlining its portfolio around its core parks. Texas's two Six Flags properties remain under direct Six Flags management for the 2026 season:
Six Flags Over Texas — Arlington
The original Six Flags park, opened in 1961. Reopened for its 2026 season on February 28, celebrating its 65th anniversary with the new Tormenta Rampaging Run giga dive coaster (opened July 9, 2026) alongside Hurricane Harbor Arlington.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas — San Antonio
Opened in 1992, operating year-round with extended summer hours and on-site Hurricane Harbor San Antonio water park attractions. Running its 2026 Fright Fest event beginning September 11.
Both parks are confirmed currently operating via official Six Flags season announcements and independent 2026 news coverage (Star-Telegram, PRNewswire, Axios San Antonio) — see Sources below.
Texas personal injury statute of limitations
Under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code Section 16.003, a person injured at a Texas theme park generally has 2 years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. For a wrongful death claim, the 2-year period runs from the date of death. Certain circumstances — such as the injured person being a minor — can extend or toll this deadline, but the general rule is strict: missing it typically bars the claim permanently.
Documented incidents at Texas Six Flags parks
Texas's Six Flags parks have a real, sourced history of ride-related injury litigation. These are not hypothetical — each is drawn from court filings and contemporaneous news reporting:
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June 2007 — Six Flags Fiesta Texas
A 14-year-old rider, Hailey Kuhn, fainted on the platform of the Poltergeist roller coaster and fell roughly 10 feet through a gap between cars onto concrete, resulting in paralysis. Her family filed a lawsuit; a subsequent report found the park had not reported the injury to state officials at the time.
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July 19, 2013 — Six Flags Over Texas
Rosa Esparza, 52, was ejected from the Texas Giant roller coaster after her restraint failed and fell approximately 75 feet, resulting in her death. Her family sued Six Flags Over Texas and ride manufacturer Gerstlauer Amusement Rides for wrongful death.
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November 18-19, 2014 — Settlement
Six Flags Over Texas and Gerstlauer reached a confidential settlement with the Esparza family. Terms were not disclosed; the family had sought more than $1 million in damages.
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April 2022 — Six Flags Over Texas
The Mr. Freeze roller coaster caught fire in a tunnel, trapping riders. A rider, Connor Spitzig, later sued Six Flags Over Texas for negligence and premises liability, alleging delayed release from restraints led to smoke inhalation and trauma injuries. A second rider filed a separate suit in August 2023 seeking over $1 million, alleging an electrical malfunction trapped him during the fire.
What this means if you were injured
Texas's two Six Flags parks have a documented history of serious ride-safety litigation, from restraint failures to ride fires. If you or a family member were injured at Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, or on any Texas amusement ride, an attorney experienced in theme park injury claims can evaluate your case — generally at no cost to you unless you recover compensation. Given Texas's strict 2-year filing deadline, don't wait to get an evaluation.
If your injury involved a head or brain injury, see our traumatic brain injury page. For spinal injuries, see our spinal injury page. For fractures and lacerations, see our broken bones page. For the ongoing Six Flags Magic Mountain X2 investigation in California, see our X2 timeline page.
Sources
- Six Flags Over Texas, "Six Flags Over Texas 2026: New Rides, Events, and Upgrades" — sixflags.com/blog/over-texas-2026-whats-new
- Star-Telegram, "Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington opens its 2026 season" (Feb 2026) — star-telegram.com/news/local/article314849190.html
- PR Newswire, "Record-breaking 'Tormenta: Rampaging Run' Opens Today at Six Flags Over Texas" (Jul 9, 2026) — prnewswire.com/news-releases/record-breaking-tormenta-rampaging-run-opens-today-at-six-flags-over-texas-302821429.html
- Axios San Antonio, "Six Flags unveils its Fright Fest lineup" (Sep 1, 2026) — axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/09/01/six-flags-fiesta-texas-unveils-2026-fright-fest
- Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code, Chapter 16 (Limitations), Section 16.003 — statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CP/htm/CP.16.htm
- Chron.com, "Report finds amusement parks didn't report injuries" (Hailey Kuhn / Poltergeist, Six Flags Fiesta Texas) — chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Report-finds-amusement-parks-didn-t-report-1747481.php
- Star-Telegram, "Six Flags settles suit in Arlington roller-coaster death" (Nov 2014) — star-telegram.com/news/business/article4115574.html
- Reuters, "Six Flags, German firm reach settlement in Texas roller coaster death" (Nov 19, 2014) — reuters.com/article/business/six-flags-german-firm-reach-settlement-in-texas-roller-coaster-death-idUSL2N0T91UA/
- Star-Telegram, "Man files lawsuit in Six Flags roller coaster fire in Texas" (Mr. Freeze / Connor Spitzig) — star-telegram.com/news/local/arlington/article278097277.html
- Dallas News, "Man sues Six Flags after breakdown on Mr. Freeze left riders trapped" (Aug 8, 2023) — dallasnews.com/news/courts/2023/08/08/california-man-sues-six-flags-over-texas-after-he-was-trapped-on-mr-freeze-ride-last-year/
Frequently asked questions
Which Six Flags parks currently operate in Texas?
Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington and Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio — both confirmed operating for the 2026 season.
What is the statute of limitations for a personal injury claim in Texas?
Two years from the date of injury (or date of death for wrongful death claims), under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code Section 16.003.
Have there been real injury incidents at Texas Six Flags parks?
Yes — including the 2013 Rosa Esparza death on the Texas Giant at Six Flags Over Texas (settled 2014), a 2022 Mr. Freeze ride fire lawsuit at Six Flags Over Texas, and a 2007 Poltergeist fall/paralysis case at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
If I was injured at a Texas Six Flags park, what should I do?
Seek medical care, document your injuries and the ride involved, and speak with an attorney promptly — Texas's 2-year filing deadline is strict.
This page reports publicly available news coverage and Texas statutory law for informational purposes and is not legal advice. Facts are attributed to the named outlets and statute above. RollerCoasterInjury.com is an attorney-advertising and lead-generation site, not a law firm, and is not affiliated with Six Flags Entertainment Corporation.