Watch these old school AstroWorld commercials and help the spirit of Houston’s beloved theme park live on forever

Oct. 31, 2017, marks 12 years since Houston lost an icon.

Following a long battle with what was then Reliant Stadium involving parking issues and revenue, AstroWorld closed its doors after 40 years of business back in 2005.

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But these 13 minutes of AstroWorld commercials are clear evidence of Six Flags’ attempts to bring in as much money as possible.

Gone are the Coke can and Burger King deal days of summer, but the memory of AstroWorld will never die – thanks to YouTube.