Texas appeals court upholds State Fair gun ban
The 15th Court of Appeals on Thursday said the State Fair of Texas' policy of prohibiting people from bringing firearms onto the fairgrounds was lawful and upheld an early ruling from a trial court.
The 15th Court of Appeals on Thursday said the State Fair of Texas' policy of prohibiting people from bringing firearms onto the fairgrounds was lawful and upheld an early ruling from a trial court.
2026 Big Tex Choice Awards Finalists Announced
The State Fair of Texas has announced the finalists for the 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards. Take a look at the wild savory, sweet, and sipper creations heading to the fair.
The State Fair of Texas has announced the finalists for the 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards. Take a look at the wild savory, sweet, and sipper creations heading to the fair.
Big Tex Choice Awards finalists revealed for 2026
This year's top foods for the State Fair of Texas have been announced. They include multiple creative mashups and twists on the classics.
This year's top foods for the State Fair of Texas have been announced. They include multiple creative mashups and twists on the classics.
State Fair of Texas 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards finalists revealed
The State Fair of Texas revealed 15 finalists for the 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards across savory, sweet, and drink categories. One of those entries is a chocolate version of the classic Fletcher’s Corny Dog.
The State Fair of Texas revealed 15 finalists for the 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards across savory, sweet, and drink categories. One of those entries is a chocolate version of the classic Fletcher’s Corny Dog.
State Fair of Texas ranks in the top 10 for state fair foods
The State Fair of Texas is on Yelp's top 10 list for festival foods, earning praise for iconic bites like Fletcher's Original Corny Dogs and innovative fried creations.
The State Fair of Texas is on Yelp's top 10 list for festival foods, earning praise for iconic bites like Fletcher's Original Corny Dogs and innovative fried creations.
State Fair of Texas: Big Tex getting new wardrobe
Big Tex will look a little different at the State Fair of Texas this year.
Big Tex will look a little different at the State Fair of Texas this year.
Official winner of Big Tex Boot Design Contest
Big Tex will rock a brand new pair of custom Lucchese boots, designed by a woman who grew up going to the State Fair or Texas.
Big Tex will rock a brand new pair of custom Lucchese boots, designed by a woman who grew up going to the State Fair or Texas.
Fair Park community park plans no longer conceptual—'they are real'
Construction on the long-awaited community park at Fair Park is ready to begin later this year. Fair Park First said the plans are no longer conceptual; they are real.
Construction on the long-awaited community park at Fair Park is ready to begin later this year. Fair Park First said the plans are no longer conceptual; they are real.
Free State Fair of Texas admission returning for Dallas ISD teens in 2026, official says
Free admission to the State Fair of Texas is returning for Dallas ISD students in 2026 through the city's Teen All Access Pass program, according to a Dallas Parks and Recreation board member.
Free admission to the State Fair of Texas is returning for Dallas ISD students in 2026 through the city's Teen All Access Pass program, according to a Dallas Parks and Recreation board member.
State Fair of Texas sees lowest attendance since 2021
State Fair of Texas officials recapped the 2025 event at a Dallas city council meeting today, which revealed the 2025 state fair was the lowest attended fair since 2021.
State Fair of Texas officials recapped the 2025 event at a Dallas city council meeting today, which revealed the 2025 state fair was the lowest attended fair since 2021.
2025 State Fair of Texas review focuses on attendance, security and affordability
The 2025 State Fair of Texas saw its lowest attendance numbers since 2021.
The 2025 State Fair of Texas saw its lowest attendance numbers since 2021.
Fewer people visited the State Fair of Texas this year
With the 2025 State Fair of Texas coming to an end, the official attendance numbers are in. About 400,000 fewer people visited this year.
With the 2025 State Fair of Texas coming to an end, the official attendance numbers are in. About 400,000 fewer people visited this year.
Texas & OU prepare for Red River Rivalry match
The biggest rivalry of the year between Texas and Oklahoma happens this weekend at the Cotton Bowl. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s matchup.
The biggest rivalry of the year between Texas and Oklahoma happens this weekend at the Cotton Bowl. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s matchup.
Settlement reached in case of boy 'trampled' by police horse at State Fair of Texas
The boy reportedly suffered severe physical injuries, including seizures and loss of consciousness.
The boy reportedly suffered severe physical injuries, including seizures and loss of consciousness.
Dallas Park Department pushes for year-round activation of Fair Park
After seven "lost" years under private control, the City of Dallas has resumed management of Fair Park with a goal to activate the space year-round by adding retail, hotels, and sports opportunities.
After seven "lost" years under private control, the City of Dallas has resumed management of Fair Park with a goal to activate the space year-round by adding retail, hotels, and sports opportunities.
State Fair of Texas expands free student tickets to weekends
The State Fair of Texas has announced new options for students to use their free tickets, aiming to make it easier for families to attend the annual event.
The State Fair of Texas has announced new options for students to use their free tickets, aiming to make it easier for families to attend the annual event.
Iconic Log Ride at State Fair of Texas set for final splash in 2025
The beloved Log Ride at the State Fair of Texas will close permanently after its final run during the 2025 season, marking the end of its 40-year history.
The beloved Log Ride at the State Fair of Texas will close permanently after its final run during the 2025 season, marking the end of its 40-year history.
State Fair of Texas discounts and deals for 2025
The State Fair of Texas is now underway through Oct. 19. No matter your budget or the size of your family, there are discount opportunities every day of the week.
The State Fair of Texas is now underway through Oct. 19. No matter your budget or the size of your family, there are discount opportunities every day of the week.
Camp Mystic counselor honored at State Fair of Texas for actions in deadly flooding
More than 2 million people are expected at the State Fair of Texas this season, but during the opening ceremony, there’s a focus on one group of heroes: Camp counselors who saved lives during the catastrophic Central Texas flooding.
More than 2 million people are expected at the State Fair of Texas this season, but during the opening ceremony, there’s a focus on one group of heroes: Camp counselors who saved lives during the catastrophic Central Texas flooding.
State Fair of Texas opens its gates for the 2025 season
The State Fair of Texas kicks off today. Here's what you need to know about this year's fair.
The State Fair of Texas kicks off today. Here's what you need to know about this year's fair.