State Fair of Texas music lineup released for 2022

The fair has released a free music lineup for fairgoers to enjoy. It includes 90 performers over the 24-day fair season.

State Fair of Texas sees more than 2.2 million visitors during 2021 run

State Fair of Texas officials announced more than 2.2 million people attended the fair in 2021 during its 24-day run, which ended Sunday.

College Gameday will be at State Fair of Texas for Red River Showdown

College Gameday will be at the State Fair of Texas Saturday for the Red River Showdown between the Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns.

250 COVID-19 shots given at State Fair of Texas during first three days

The health department is offering the shots each day of the fair in an effort to boost the vaccination rate and make it easy for people to get the vaccine.

State Fair of Texas opens Friday with excitement from fairgoers

The State Fair of Texas welcomed 2.5 million people through in 2019, and they’re looking to surpass that this year.

State Fair of Texas kicks off 2021 season with new events and attractions

The State Fair of Texas reopens today for the first time in two years. FOX 4's Shannon Murray got a sneak peek of some of the new highlights and attractions.

Fair Park's Hall of State reopens after winter storm damage

After getting a costly makeover that was partially ruined during the winter storm, the Hall of State in Fair Park is open again. People visiting the State Fair of Texas can go in to see several exhibits, including the head of the original Big Tex.

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.

State Fair of Texas: Lucky Duck Dumplin'
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Good Day welcomes eight-time Big Tex Choice Awards finalist Nick Bert. This year his genius creation is the Lucky Duck Dumplin. It's a pastry filled with cream cheese, duck bacon and sweet corn.

State Fair of Texas: Crispy Crazy Corn and Brisket Brittle
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Good Day gets the chance to try two Big Tex Choice Award finalists -- Crispy Crazy Corn and Brisket Brittle. Creator Juan Reaves from Smokey John's Barbecue and Home Cooking explains what's in them.

Good Day tries Fernie's Fried Toffee Coffee Crunch Cake
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Another new fried food is heading to the State Fair of Texas. Good Day's Tim Ryan tries one of the fair favorites -- Fernie's Fried Toffee Coffee Crunch Cake.