If your crew’s idea of the perfect day includes laughter you can hear from across the midway, you’re in the right place. Six Flags Over Texas has kid-friendly rides and experiences that aren’t just little thrill-seekers in training – they’re made for families to experience together.
From the colorful, interactive adventures of Bugs Bunny Boomtown to classic attractions the whole family can enjoy, there’s something for every age and comfort level. Whether it’s a child’s first coaster or a shared spin on a family favorite, these rides create unforgettable moments where laughter, excitement, and lifelong memories combine.
Here's a height-by-height guide to all of the kid-friendly rides at Six Flags Over Texas!
Bugs Bunny Boomtown is the park’s main kids area, meaning it’s the perfect place to bring the little ones over for pictures and playtime with their favorite animated pals in a vibrant hub of fun, packed with amusement park rides designed just for kids. Minimum height varies by ride.
- Bugs Bunny Cloud Bouncer: Soar to new heights with the Bugs Bunny Cloud Bouncer, the perfect gentle beginner drop tower ride for young thrill-seekers. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; Minimum height 42" to ride alone; no lap children
- Daffy Duck Bucket Blaster: Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters gets the entire family engaged in a fun water battle. You’re always in for a wacky, crazy ride when you’re with Daffy Duck. Minimum Height: 36” with Supervising Companion; 48” to ride alone
- Looney Tunes Adventure Camp: Go to camp with Bugs Bunny and the rest of the Looney Tunes gang! This massive, interactive play structure isn’t your average playground and offers more than what you would get at your local park. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone
- Marvin the Martian Space Rockets: Marvin the Martian Space Rockets offers the perfect flight for future aviators. Climb aboard one of the eight custom-designed rocket ships and hold on tight as you prepare for takeoff on a thrilling ride to space with Marvin. Minimum height: 36”
- Speedy Gonzales’ Truckin’ Across America: Fun is leaving the station soon, so you better hurry! This speedy truck transit is a family favorite here in Bugs Bunny Boomtown. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion, 36” to ride alone; no lap children
- Sylvester and Tweety Pounce and Bounce: Sylvester and Tweety Pounce and Bounce is a family drop tower that lifts riders 41 feet in the air before beginning a sequence of downward pounces and upward bounces. Minimum height: 42”
- Taz Tornado Swings: Who better to teach kids a thing or two about spinning than the master of spin himself, Taz?! Minimum Height: none with Supervising Companion; 36” to ride alone
- Wile E. Coyote’s Grand Canyon Blaster: The colorful cartoon scenery and Acme products scattered about give riders of this junior coaster the feel of stepping right into the beloved classic Roadrunner and Coyote cartoon. Minimum Height: 36” with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone
40” and Under to Ride Alone:
- Boot Scootin’: No spurs or lasso are required for this gently ‘bucking’ ride, making it one of the best rides for kids. These boots were made for bouncing! Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 36” to ride alone; no lap children
- Six Flags Speedway Go Kart (additional fee): If your gang has some competitive types who enjoy being in control, then it really doesn’t get much better than a few back-stabbing, fender-bending laps around the Speedway. Minimum height: 40” with Supervising Companion; 58” to drive
Minimum 42” to Ride Alone:
- Caddo Lake Barge: Line up at the lifeguard station to board the orange and blue little barge that’s got lots of wacky and not a lot of steady. Minimum Height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone; no lap children
- Cloud Bouncer: Ever wish you could reach up and touch the clouds? Now you can, in your very own hot air balloon! Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone; no lap children
- El Sombrero: Once you climb aboard the brim of this giant, heaving headwear, you’re in for a wild ride. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone; no lap children
- Gunslinger: Holster yourself into one of the bucket seats and let yourself dangle like a pistol from a gunslinger’s hip. As the axis starts spinning, your seat will wind around it wider and wider. Minimum height: 42”
- La Fiesta de las Tazas: If spinning inside of something that’s spinning on top of something that’s spinning around spinning things sounds like your cup of tea, then you have brewed up the ultimate spinning ride for your family! Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone
- Mini Mine Train: This mini mining coaster is a great ride for the youngest miners in your crew. The climbs and drops might be under 20 feet high, but they’ll still tickle tummies. Minimum height: 36” with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone; no lap children
- Oil Derrick: Standing tall near the center of the park, the beautiful orange beams of this steel tower dwarf even the biggest of rides below. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone
- Pirates of Speelunker Cave: What does a day in the life of a Speelunker look like? Why, these quirky creatures are mining hoards of treasure and fending off greedy pirates, of course! Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone
- Roaring Rapids: Strap on your vests and step into this wobbly whitewater raft for a (playfully) treacherous passage downriver! Minimum height: 36” with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone
- Silver Star Carousel: You’re sure to spot this iconic vintage carousel as you enter through the gates of the park. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone; lap children in chariots only
- Six Flags & Texas Railroad: Climb aboard one of our most classic and cherished amusement park train rides for a scenic cruise around the park. For more than one hundred years, the Jefferson Patton train has offered passengers the chance to relax and experience the novelty and nostalgia of traveling by authentic steam engine. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 42” to ride alone
Minimum 48” to Ride Alone:
- BATWING™: Glide along in Batman’s very own plane, designed as an entry-level superhero experience for the youngest adventurers. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 48” to ride alone; no lap children
- Dino Off Road Adventure: Hop in your safari car and encounter 15 life-size dinosaurs along a quarter-mile track. Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 48” to drive
- El Aserradero: Think you have the grit of a Spanish explorer? Then hop into the original ‘log ride’ for a quest for fun! Minimum height: none with Supervising Companion; 46” to ride alone; no lap children
- Runaway Mine Train: Travel back in time to the Gold Rush era and take a wild tour of the Great Frontier in these haywire mine trains made for a thrilling adventure. Hang on as your train chugs through a series of twisty helixes and curves through the untamed foliage of the Old West.
- Sidewinder: This tiny scrambler of a ride moves in mysterious ways and packs a surprising bite! Minimum height: 36” with Supervising Companion; 48” to ride alone
Minimum 54” to Ride Alone:
- Casa Magnetica: Wander and stumble your way through Don Juan’s disoriented dwellings, a highlight among unique amusement park rides. Minimum Height: none with adult; 54” to ride alone
- Rodeo: What Texas theme park could ever be complete without a rodeo? Take a ride on these rambunctious bulls as you cling on for dear life! Minimum height: 48” with Supervising Companion; 54” to ride alone
Ready to Create Fun-Filled Family Memories?
Make the most of every family moment at Six Flags Over Texas, where kid-friendly rides, attractions, and entertainment come together for unforgettable fun. From gentle thrills for little ones to interactive experiences everyone can enjoy, it’s the perfect destination for families and kids of all ages. Plan your visit today and make memories that will last a lifetime!
