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Big Tex Choice Awards Winners

Two entries earned the top awards at the Big Tex Choice Awards finals. See who the judges chose. >>
The Results Are in!

Ribbons have been awarded for our 2017 Creative Arts Pre-Fair competitions. See if you're a winner! Read More >>
Chevrolet Main Stage

See Maren Morris, Flo-Rida, Macy Kate, and La Mafia opening weekend of the State Fair. Read More >>
State Fair to Celebrate Texans in 2017

The State Fair of Texas has chosen "Celebrating Texans" as its theme for 2017. Read More >>

News and Information

Not-to-Miss in 2017

Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center

Opening just in time for the 2017 Fair, the new Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center is a 55,000-square-foot facility that provides an awesome …
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Big Tex Scavenger Hunt
Let’s Talk Cars
5 Livestock Competitions You Don’t Want to Miss!