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.
Adidas, Hibbett releasing shoe inspired by State Fair of Texas
The shoe features a Texas state silhouette on the bottom of both shoes, a Dallas-inspired belt buckle dubrae and the Texas Star Ferris wheel.
The shoe features a Texas state silhouette on the bottom of both shoes, a Dallas-inspired belt buckle dubrae and the Texas Star Ferris wheel.
New 2025 State Fair of Texas Foods
The 2025 State Fair of Texas themed “Texas Shines Bright" will open on Friday, September 26, and run through Sunday, October 19. Daily admission tickets are available now.
The 2025 State Fair of Texas themed “Texas Shines Bright" will open on Friday, September 26, and run through Sunday, October 19. Daily admission tickets are available now.
State Fair of Texas won’t give free tickets to high schoolers this year
High schoolers in Texas will no longer receive free tickets to the State Fair of Texas.
High schoolers in Texas will no longer receive free tickets to the State Fair of Texas.
State Fair of Texas: New security measures in place for 2025 event
With just weeks from opening day, the State Fair of Texas announced Thursday new security changes, following issues in the past.
With just weeks from opening day, the State Fair of Texas announced Thursday new security changes, following issues in the past.
2025 Big Tex Choice Awards winners include 4 unique fair foods
The winners of this year’s Big Tex Choice Awards include crab and mozzarella rice balls, a fruity shaved sorbet dessert, a cookie milkshake, and deviled egg wagyu bacon cheeseburger sliders.
The winners of this year’s Big Tex Choice Awards include crab and mozzarella rice balls, a fruity shaved sorbet dessert, a cookie milkshake, and deviled egg wagyu bacon cheeseburger sliders.
State Fair of Texas announces 2025 Big Tex Choice Award Finalists
It's that time of year again! The State Fair of Texas has revealed the finalists for the 2025 Big Tex Choice Awards, a contest celebrating the most unique and delicious fair foods.
It's that time of year again! The State Fair of Texas has revealed the finalists for the 2025 Big Tex Choice Awards, a contest celebrating the most unique and delicious fair foods.
Here are the 2025 Big Tex Choice Awards semi-finalists
With less than three months to go until the start of the State Fair of Texas, it’s time to start thinking about the food.
With less than three months to go until the start of the State Fair of Texas, it’s time to start thinking about the food.
Dallas County judge dismisses Paxton's lawsuit, upholding State Fair of Texas gun ban
A Dallas County district judge dismissed Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit against the State Fair of Texas and the City of Dallas, allowing the fair's gun restrictions, implemented after a 2023 shooting, to remain in place.
A Dallas County district judge dismissed Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit against the State Fair of Texas and the City of Dallas, allowing the fair's gun restrictions, implemented after a 2023 shooting, to remain in place.