Holiday in the Park returns Nov. 21-Jan. 4 with free admission for seniors, seven live productions, millions of lights and a 360-degree New Year's Eve fireworks celebration

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Nov. 12, 2026 — Six Flags Fiesta Texas will transform into South Texas' largest holiday celebration when Holiday in the Park returns on select dates Nov. 21 through Jan. 4 for its 30th anniversary season. Guests will step into a winter wonderland illuminated by millions of lights, more than 75,000 decorations and hundreds of Christmas trees, highlighted by a stunning new 65-foot Christmas tree featuring the park's most advanced holiday lighting package ever, creating a spectacular focal point for the season in Rockville Plaza.

The beloved holiday tradition combines seven live productions, immersive holiday experiences, festive culinary creations and world-class thrills, creating a seasonal celebration unlike any other in the region. The festivities continue through the end of the year with Countdown to New Year's, culminating in a breathtaking 360-degree fireworks spectacular on New Year's Eve.

"Holiday in the Park has become one of San Antonio's favorite holiday traditions because it brings together everything families love about the season in one unforgettable destination," said Robert Bustle, park manager of Six Flags Fiesta Texas. “Whether guests are gathering beneath our iconic 65-foot Christmas tree, enjoying one of our seven live productions, meeting Santa or ringing in the New Year beneath a sky filled with fireworks, there is holiday magic around every corner."

Seven live productions and holiday spectaculars bring the spirit of the season to life

Holiday in the Park features an expansive lineup of live entertainment throughout the park, blending cherished traditions, holiday music and family-friendly fun.

Featured productions include:

  • The Majesty of Christmas, the award-winning retelling of the Nativity story featuring live animals and flying angels in Zaragoza Theater.
  • A Christmas Carol, an original musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' timeless holiday classic.
  • Feliz Navidad with Mariachi Los Soberanos, celebrating the season through traditional mariachi music.
  • Tinker Belles & March of the Toy Soldiers, featuring elegant dancers and toy soldiers straight from a holiday storybook.
  • Have Yourself a Looney Tunes Christmas, an interactive family sing-along with beloved Looney Tunes characters.
  • Sing Christmas, a festive sing-along experience in front of the park's Christmas tree.
  • Performances throughout the day by The Holiday Voices, bringing classic and contemporary holiday favorites to life.

Each evening's Tree Lighting Ceremony serves as the centerpiece of the celebration, featuring singers, dancers, pyrotechnics and Santa Claus as the park's 65-foot Christmas tree comes to life through a dazzling new experience in Rockville Plaza.

Holiday traditions for the whole family

Guests can create lasting memories through immersive holiday experiences available throughout the event, including:

  • Visits with Santa at Santa's Cottage
  • Looney Tunes Holiday Meet & Greets
  • DC Super Heroes and Super-Villains character encounters
  • Holiday Illuminations, a synchronized light experience surrounding the giant Christmas tree
  • H2Ho Ho Ho Holiday Fountain, a choreographed display of dancing fountains, lights and music
  • The Singing Saps, a whimsical musical experience featuring favorite holiday classics

Texas-inspired holiday flavors debut this season

Holiday in the Park introduces an all-new lineup of holiday-inspired food and beverage offerings designed to celebrate seasonal traditions with a Texas twist.

New savory offerings include:

  • Holiday Armadillo Bread stuffed with sausage, bacon and jalapeño cream cheese
  • Holiday Honey Baked Turkey Leg glazed with honey and topped with pineapple
  • Holly Jolly Tamales loaded with queso, corn relish and lime crema
  • Korean Fried Chicken Bao served with spicy Korean sauce
  • Holiday Hand Pies filled with turkey, stuffing and gravy
  • Tostilocos topped with roasted corn, cotija cheese and chili-lime seasoning2

Seasonal sweets include:

  • Milk and Cookies Funnel Cake
  • Sugar Cookie Parfait
  • Classic Gingerbread Cookies
  • Hot Chocolate
  • Snickerdoodle Cold Brew

National recognition

Holiday in the Park has once again earned national recognition as a nominee for the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for Best Theme Park Holiday Event, placing Six Flags Fiesta Texas among the nation's most celebrated seasonal attractions.

"We're honored to once again be recognized among the nation's best holiday events," Bustle said. "What makes Holiday in the Park special is the way it blends cherished holiday traditions, Texas-sized entertainment and the unique spirit of San Antonio into an experience guests can't find anywhere else."

Guests can vote once per day through Nov. 30 and help showcase why San Antonio is one of America's premier holiday destinations. Holiday in the Park is currently ranked among the Top 5 holiday events in the nation, and supporters are encouraged to help bring the top spot home to the Alamo City.

A brighter, greener holiday

While Holiday in the Park shines brighter than ever with millions of lights, Six Flags Fiesta Texas continues its commitment to sustainability through the use of energy-efficient LED technology throughout the event. The technology helps reduce energy consumption while creating the spectacular holiday displays guests have come to expect.

Countdown to New Year's lights up the sky

Following Christmas, the celebration continues with Countdown to New Year's. Guests can enjoy nightly fireworks displays Dec. 26-30 before the festivities culminate Dec. 31 with the park's signature 360-degree New Year's Eve fireworks spectacular. The immersive display is the largest in Texas and surrounds guests with brilliant bursts of color synchronized to music, creating one of the region's most memorable ways to welcome 2027.

From Jan. 1-4, Holiday in the Park shines on with millions of lights, festive décor and seasonal treats throughout the park, giving guests a final opportunity to savor the magic of the season before the celebration comes to a close.

Free admission for seniors

Six Flags Fiesta Texas is making it easier for families to celebrate together this season with a special Senior Admission offer. Guests ages 65 and older can register online for complimentary admission to Holiday in the Park and enjoy free visits through Jan. 4, 2027. A valid government-issued photo ID showing a birth date on or before Dec. 31, 1961, is required for entry.

The limited-time offer gives grandparents and loved ones even more opportunities to share the magic of Holiday in the Park and create cherished holiday memories together.

One pass. Six parks. Unlimited adventure.

The holidays are just the beginning. A 2027 Gold Pass unlocks free parking and unlimited visits to Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Six Flags Over Texas, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown, Frontier City and Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City. Passholders can experience exciting attractions across the region, including the all-new Werewolf Gorge opening at Six Flags Fiesta Texas in 2027, plus recent additions like Tormenta: Rampaging Run at Six Flags Over Texas and Wasserbahn Racers at Schlitterbahn New Braunfels.

Holiday in the Park operates on select dates Nov. 21 through Jan. 4. For tickets, event dates, operating hours and complete details, visit sixflags.com/fiestatexas.

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