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.

Red River Showdown more normal for No. 6 Oklahoma and No. 21 Texas

This is how the second Saturday of October is supposed to be for No. 6 Oklahoma and No. 21 Texas, even though their Red River rivalry won't be a Big 12 game for too much longer.

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 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.

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.

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.