Epic Thrills and Family Fun Begin Again as Lowe's Presents Opening Weekend At Six Flags Fiesta Texas March 2 & 3

SAN ANTONIO, March 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Another thrilling year begins as Lowe's presents Opening Weekend at  Six Flags Fiesta Texas, March 2 and 3. The park is also open daily for Spring Break, March 9 through 17. Join us for the best in world-class thrills, award-winning shows, and fun-filled adventures for the whole family! Visit sixflags.com/fiestatexas for additional ticket information and exact operating hours.

Enjoy exhilarating park favorites such as, Superman Krypton Coaster, Goliath and for soaring thrills enjoy the blockbuster hit of 2012 - SkyScreamer! Towering 200-feet above the ground, SkyScreamer surpasses the height of the park's quarry walls. Thirty-two guests board the ride and sit two across in open air swings as they climb to the top of the SkyScreamer tower while spinning round and round. At full swing, guests soar in a 98-foot circle at speeds of 40 mph with the rest of the park far below their dangling feet. 

New in 2013
Slingshot – Now Open
Join us for maximum acceleration skyward with "Slingshot" premiering this weekend. Located in the Crackaxle Canyon area of the park, "Slingshot" suddenly thrusts two riders more than 200 feet skyward in an exhilarating, open-air capsule. The ride showcases two 177-ft. towers and is powered by a unique extension spring system. "Slingshot" is available for an additional fee of $20 per person, $15 for Season Pass Holders.

All You Can Eat Dining
Fiesta Texas has introduced an exclusive opportunity for season pass holders to Pay Once and Eat All year for FREE with its new 2013 Season Dining Pass. From traditional cheeseburgers, hot dogs and pizza to grilled chicken sandwiches, salads and burritos, Season Pass holders who purchase the Season Dining Pass will receive one delicious lunch and dinner every time they visit the park through September 22. Plus, as a Season Dining Pass Member, you may also purchase a 2013 Refillable Souvenir Bottle for only $10.99 (a savings of 25%).  The price for the Six Flags Fiesta Texas Season Dining Pass is $69.99 and it may be purchased online or when guests visit the park. Dining Passes are available and valid only at the park where your Season Pass was processed.

Iron Rattler – Coming Soon
Coming this spring, the new epic Iron Rattler rollercoaster is a unique technological marvel combining a classic wooden support structure with a modern steel track, allowing for an unprecedented ultra-smooth ride experience. Construction is currently underway for the new Iron Rattler hybrid wood and steel rollercoaster as technicians are working on additional signature components to bring the massive Iron Rattler to life. Already completed is the 171-ft. first drop and the Zero-G Barrel Roll, and the next exhilarating Iron Rattler element under construction is the thrilling drop over the quarry cliff into the tunnel!

World-Class Entertainment
The park's season also kicks off with award-winning shows including the classic Rockin' at Rockville High and Country Chart Toppers. Set in the Rockville High Theater, Rockin' at Rockville features classic songs including "Hand Jive," " Johnny B. Good " and "Tutti Fruity." Country Chart Toppers set in the Sundance Theater showcases the diverse sounds and styles of country music. This show features current favorites destined to be tomorrow's classics, including "Blown Away", "Chicken Fried", and "Somebody's Heartbreak."

Experience the thrills of Six Flags Fiesta Texas all year with a 2013 Season Pass 4-pack -- $62.99 per pass, plus tax. A Season Pass offers unlimited visits to both the theme park and White Water Bay Water Park and comes with in-park savings on food, games and souvenirs, free tickets for friends and access to exclusive events. Purchase your 2013 Season Pass online now at sixflags.com.

About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation: Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world's largest regional theme park company with over $1 billion in revenue and 18 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For more than 50 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions including up-close animal encounters Fright Fest® and Holiday in the Park®.  For more information on Six Flags, visit www.sixflags.com.

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