Get ready to be scared out of your wits because Fright Fest is back at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, and it's shaping up to rapidly become the season's most haunting experience. As per the City of Arlington, this year's event will feature new terrifying haunted mazes inspired by horror film mainstays like The Strangers and The Conjuring Universe, plus an array of ghoulish characters and live entertainment.
Starting September 12 and running through November 2, the park will be home to six haunted houses and five interactive scare zones. Six Flags exclusively debuts a maze based on The Strangers: Chapter 1 & 2, aptly titled The Strangers: No Escape. Visitors can expect to seriously get their courage tested by iconic masked figures ready to terrorize indiscriminately. If that's not enough to get the adrenaline pumping, other mazes include the SAW: Legacy of Terror and Texas Chainsaw Massacre, experiences that are not for the faint-hearted.
In addition to the nighttime frights, this year offers some new daytime fun for the little ones. Family-friendly Halloween activities now grace the scene with trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and a dance party, making it a well-rounded event for guests of all ages. The park hasn't forgotten about Oktoberfest either, offering German-inspired food and seasonal brews every weekend during the season. For those who want to attend Fright Fest, Six Flags advises that masks and adult costumes are not permitted after 6 p.m., and all haunted mazes require an additional Haunted Attraction Pass for entry.
For thrill-seekers already looking to plan their visit, the best way to enjoy Fright Fest is with a Gold or Prestige Pass, which will carry over into the next season, according to the Six Flags website. These passes include unlimited visits and can ensure that guests never have to miss a frightful minute. And let's not forget, there's also the array of spooky live entertainment to catch, including a new show titled Toxicity, which promises to defy gravity and dazzle with acrobatic feats set amidst a post-apocalyptic backdrop.
