State Fair of Texas

They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and our annual State Fair is no exception! From the famous Fletcher’s corny dog to the Texas Star Ferris wheel, the fair brings 24 days of family fun and entertainment to Dallas every fall.

Event Details

Dates: The Fair runs for 24 consecutive days each fall, making it the longest-running fair in the nation. In 2023, the State Fair of Texas will be open Sept. 29 - Oct. 22.

Cost: Daily admission tickets are $5-25 per person, but there are special discounts available on select days. You can also buy a season pass for $50 and visit as many times as you want!

Getting there: The Fair is held in historic Fair Park, located at 3809 Grand Ave. in South Dallas. Parking is available from $20-40 per car at official Fair lots. Pro tip – take the DART Green Line to Fair Park Station and avoid traffic and parking altogether.

Things to See and Do

A 55-foot cowboy affectionately known as Big Tex greets you with a spirited “howdy, folks!” as soon as you arrive – you can’t miss him!
Snack on the latest fried concoctions from some of the most innovative concessionaires, who compete each year in the Big Tex Choice Awards. There’s also plenty of fair classics to be found like the famous Fletcher’s corny dogs and funnel cakes.
College football fans will flock to the AT&T Red River Showdown and the State Fair Classic, held at the Cotton Bowl during the fair each year.
Other must-sees include the Texas Auto Show, Fair Park Rodeo, Pig Races, and more. Check out the fair’s Visitor’s Guide to plan your time at the “most Texan place on Earth.”

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Home of the State Fair of Texas and the world's largest collection of art deco exhibit buildings, the 277-acre complex hosts more than 1,200 activities every year.

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