Children's Aquarium Dallas at Fair Park reopens with interactive exhibits
At one point, the Children's Aquarium was going to shut down. But a group took over and created plenty of new things for families to do and see.
State Fair of Texas Discounts & Deals: Save money on admission
The State Fair of Texas starts Friday. Before you go, consumer reporter Steve Noviello wants you to check out these ways to save money every day of the week.
State Fair of Texas to reopen this week with COVID-19 protocols in place
Don't forget to bring your face mask to the State Fair of Texas after it reopens on Friday. Organizers hope those masks and other COVID-19 protocols will help keep fairgoers safe during the pandemic.
Maskless Big Tex returns to his spot at State Fair of Texas
Big Tex is dressed as usual this year with his gigantic cowboy boots, classic red and blue Dickies shirt and a new accessory sponsored by Shiner. He isn't wearing a face mask.
Only Dallas County residents will get $20 State Fair of Texas COVID-19 vaccine incentive
Dallas County is planning to spend a quarter of a million on incentives for people who get a COVID-19 vaccine at the State Fair of Texas. The shots will be available to anyone but only Dallas County residents will get the $20 worth of free fair coupons.
Deep Fried Seafood Gumbo Balls, The Armadillo win 2021's Big Tex Choice Awards
The winners of this year's Big Tex Choice Awards have been announced. The Deep Fried Seafood Gumbo Balls took two prizes for best savory and most creative.
State Fair of Texas announces mask mandate for crowded spaces and indoors
Fair organizers said masks will be mandatory outdoors in crowded settings, at some independent vendor booths and indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
COVID-19 vaccines at State Fair of Texas to come with free food and ride coupons
Anyone who gets their COVID-19 shot at the State Fair of Texas this year will also receive $20 worth of food and ride coupons.
Deep Fried I-35, brisket brittle among 2021's Big Tex Choice Awards finalists
The folks at the State Fair of Texas unveiled the 10 finalists for the Big Tex Choice Awards -- everything from deep fried seafood gumbo to a Halloween-themed treat that's loaded with a lot of everything.
Premium tickets for State Fair of Texas now on sale
Premium tickets are $24. For that price, you can visit the fair any day between Sept. 24 and Oct. 17. Premium tickets are limited.
Deep fried shrimp & grits, fried pancakes among the 2021 State Fair of Texas food semi-finalists
The 32 Big Tex Choice Food Awards semi-finalists were announced Thursday morning. They include both savory and sweet treats.
State Fair of Texas fried food icon Fernie Winter dies at 95
The woman who brought the funnel cake and countless other fried food favorites to the State Fair of Texas has died.
State Fair of Texas to fully reopen in September 2021
This year you can leave your car in the parking lot and use your feet to explore the State Fair of Texas. It's coming back in all its fried food glory for 2021.
State Fair of Texas asks for public’s help planning 2021 fair
The State Fair of Texas has set up a survey to gather feedback on how comfortable people would be attending a large outdoor event and what safety protocols should be in place for the 2021 fair.
Settlement reached in family dispute over Fletcher’s Corny Dogs name
A granddaughter of the Fletcher's creator wanted to open a restaurant using the family name.
Big changes coming for Red River Showdown due to health pandemic
The State Fair of Texas and the Red River Showdown are a Dallas tradition. This year, the tradition had to be altered.
Youth livestock auction happening Friday at State Fair of Texas
The pandemic canceled many State Fair of Texas events but hundreds of students are still taking park in the Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction.
State Fair of Texas promises changes after cars run out of gas waiting for drive-thru event
Unhappy people took to social media to complain about the long wait to get into the State Fair of Texas' drive-thru event. Some people even ran out of gas while waiting in the parking lot.
State Fair of Texas opens for drive-thru food event
Fans of the State Fair of Texas can still get their fix. But this year because of the pandemic, it's going to be a different, drive-thru experience.
State Fair of Texas youth livestock events will be held despite the fair being canceled this year
A very important part of the State Fair of Texas, at least for thousands of young people, will go on even though this year’s fair was canceled.