ARLINGTON, Texas — The holiday season is bringing even more excitement to Six Flags Over Texas as Holiday in the Park returns Nov. 22 with all-new live shows and a festive strolling holiday band, adding even more entertainment to one of North Texas’ most beloved holiday celebrations. Guests can experience a season filled with dazzling lights, holiday music, seasonal flavors and family traditions throughout the park.
This year’s celebration will feature more than 2.5 million lights, hundreds of decorated trees, festive shopping, midway merriment characters and seasonal food offerings throughout the park, plus limited-time Black Friday offers including a new, free Senior Admission. From the glow of the park’s towering 300-foot Oil Derrick Christmas tree to holiday music echoing through every themed area, guests can experience the magic of the season during select dates from Nov. 22 through Dec. 30.
“The holidays are about being together, and that’s what makes Holiday in the Park so special,” said Pete Carmichael, park president of Six Flags Over Texas. “Every year, families create memories that become part of their holiday traditions. From enjoying delicious s’mores and hot chocolate around the fire pits to watching our heartwarming holiday shows – these are the family traditions that are passed down from one generation to the next. Seeing those moments unfold throughout the park is what makes this season so special, and we look forward to helping families make even more treasured memories this year.”
Event Highlights
New and Returning Holiday Entertainment
Guests can enjoy 12 live holiday productions and performances throughout the park.
New-for-2026 offerings include Polar Pop, an a cappella contemporary pop concert with festive flair; Cool Yule Christmas, a high-energy musical celebration; Merry Melodeon, a unique traveling piano performance; Una Posada Mexican, a folklórico honoring traditions of Mexican Christmas posadas; Santa’s Brass Brigade, a strolling band spreading yuletide cheer; and Holidaze Rave with DJ Bugs Bunny™, featuring holiday hits. In the newly renovated Southern Palace Theater, Tinker’s Toy Factory will serve as the signature theatrical production featuring Santa and his elves in a heartwarming holiday story about friendship.
An Iconic Texas-Sized Christmas Tree
The park’s 300-foot Oil Derrick will once again serve as the city of Arlington’s largest “Christmas tree,” illuminated with thousands of lights and topped with a glowing star visible for miles in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex alongside Interstate 30.
Merry Main Street
Guests will be able to stroll down Merry Main Street, where seasonal music, festive lighting and nightly snowfall create the perfect holiday backdrop. The area will also feature holiday shopping, spirited treats and opportunities to meet and greet Looney Tunes™ characters dressed in their jolly attire.
Holiday Character Appearances
Holiday in the Park will welcome guests with a festive cast of characters, including Jack Frost, the Sugar Plum Fairy, Candy Cane and Jingle Bell, alongside a host of holiday friends ready to spread Christmas cheer throughout the park. Guests can enjoy memorable meet-and-greet opportunities and festive interactions with these merry characters throughout the season.
Nightly Tree Lighting Ceremony
Each evening families will gather around the Star Mall Christmas tree for a signature holiday moment filled with music and sparkling lights.
Spectacular Holiday Décor
Holiday in the Park will feature more than 2.5 million lights, 150,000 decorations, more than 300 live trees, towering pixel light displays and countless themed costumed characters throughout the park.
Holidays Around the World
Guests can explore cultural holiday traditions through international displays and seasonal exhibits, including a life-size nativity scene and celebrations inspired by customs from around the globe.
Visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus
Families will have the opportunity to meet Santa Claus in his workshop for photos and holiday memories, while Mrs. Claus shares seasonal tales around the fireplace.
Seasonal Food and Beverage Offerings
Guests can savor the flavors of the season with a festive lineup of holiday-inspired food and beverages throughout Holiday in the Park. Seasonal favorites include pumpkin spice beignets, gingerbread churros and cinnamon sugar pull-apart bread, alongside indulgent Winter Wonderland and Hot Chocolate Funnel Cakes topped with festive flavors. Savory offerings include holiday tamales, a Thanksgiving turkey sandwich with stuffing and cranberry sauce, and smoked chicken wings tossed in cranberry barbecue sauce. Guests can also warm up with specialty beverages like Red Velvet Hot Chocolate and Humbug Hot Chocolate, featuring festive flavors perfect for the season. From sweet holiday treats to hearty seasonal favorites, there’s something delicious to enjoy around every corner of the park.
Family-Friendly Holiday Activities
Guests can roast s’mores around warming fire pits or decorate holiday cookies at Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen, where special decorating kits are available for purchase.
Thrills Meet Holiday Cheer
In addition to seasonal attractions, guests will be able to experience the park’s collection of world-class rides and roller coasters, including the critically acclaimed Tormenta: Rampaging Run, new for 2026 and the world’s tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster, surrounded by festive lights and holiday décor.
Guests can enjoy unlimited visits to Holiday in the Park with the 2027 Silver Pass available now through Nov. 30 during the Early Black Friday Deal for just $69 – the same price as a one-day “Good Any Day Ticket.” Guests receive unlimited visits to Six Flags Over Texas for the remainder of 2026, including all Holiday in the Park dates, and unlimited visits through 2027, including Hurricane Harbor Arlington, free parking, and a Bring-A-Friend ticket. For the Texas traveler seeking more thrills all year round, upgrade options are available to Gold and Prestige Passes, which include regional access to parks like Six Flags Fiesta Texas & Hurricane Harbor San Antonio, which will debut Werewolf Gorge, the world’s longest family launch coaster in 2027. These passes also include access to Schlitterbahn New Braunfels, Frontier City & Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City and Hurricane Harbor Splashtown.
New for the 2026 holidays, guests age 65 and older can receive free unlimited admission at Six Flags Over Texas now through the rest of the 2026 season. This new benefit gives families another way to bring grandparents and extended family along for everything from a child’s first coaster ride to a day together at the park. Interested guests must register online. Information is available on the park’s ticket page.
Holiday in the Park operates on select dates from Nov. 22 through Dec. 30. For park hours, tickets and additional event information, visit sixflags.com/overtexas.
