It is one of the largest state fairs in the U.S. The historic Fair Park covers 277 acres within sight of downtown Dallas. The fair has more than 2,000 vendors, rides, and exhibits. The State Fair of Texas began in 1886. The fair starts on the last Friday of September and greets more than 2 million guests within 24 days. Don’t miss the nightly Starlight Parades, fireworks, acrobats, music and more. It requires more than a day to see it all!
It is one of the largest state fairs in the U.S. The historic Fair Park covers 277 acres within sight of downtown Dallas. The fair has more than 2,000 vendors, rides, and exhibits. The State Fair of Texas began in 1886. The fair starts on Friday of the last full weekend in September and greets more than 2 million guests within 24 days. Don’t miss the nightly Starlight Parades, fireworks, acrobats and more. It requires more than a day to see it all!
• Big Tex: Big Tex is the fair’s mascot and is known as the world’s tallest cowboy. Since 1952, the 55-foot-tall figure has greeted visitors and served as a symbol of the event. He was rebuilt in 2013 after a tragic fire in 2012.
• Iconic Food: The Corny Dog was first introduced by the Fletcher family in 1938. Since then, the fair is known for its inventive and sometimes outrageous food offerings. The Big Tex Choice Awards features creative fried foods like cheesecake, butter, Twinkies and even fried beer. This year includes Cotton Candy Bacon on a Stick. The fair is a culinary adventure with new smells and tastes every few feet.
• Historic Location: The fair is held at Fair Park, a historic site with significant Art Deco architecture and numerous museums and iconic sculptures.
• Livestock and Agricultural Exhibits: The Texas State Fair places a strong emphasis on its agricultural roots, showcasing a wide range of livestock, farm products, and horticulture. The scale and quality of these exhibits are particularly impressive.
• Music and Entertainment: The fair offers live entertainment every day with more than 100 acts across three stages, musical acts span genres from country to rock. This includes performances by big-name artists on the main stage as well as local talent.
• Cultural Celebrations: The fair often highlights Texas culture and heritage, including its diverse ethnic traditions, dancing, food and customs. Special events, parades, marionette shows, and exhibits celebrate the state’s unique and broad cultural landscape.
• Carnival Rides and Games: With an extensive selection of rides and games, the fair provides entertainment for all ages. The rides range from thrilling roller coasters to classic carousels. The 212-foot-high Texas Star was the tallest Ferris wheel in North America when it was built in 1985.
• Red River Rivalry: The football game between the University of Texas and Oklahoma University draws fans from the region along with other key games.
• Rodeos: Each rodeo in 2024 in the Fair Park Coliseum is free with admission to the Fair. Rodeos are held on weekends and feature bull riding, bucking horses, cultural specialties and even wild cow milking.
•Creative Arts: Texan creative artists are on full display in the Creative Arts Building. Enjoy everything from fine arts to award-winning recipes. Major items include ceramics, designer craftsman, dolls, canning, hobby collections, needlework, sewing, quilts, rugs, photography, scale models and witty shoe dioramas.
Cooking contests are held each morning in the Creative Arts building along with demonstrations.
• Museums: Historic fairgrounds museums include the Women’s Museum, African American Museum, Hall of State, Children’s Aquarium and more.
• Insider secret: Museums typically have the cleanest and least crowded bathrooms at the fair.
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