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New Recipes, New Year!
Along with the new year, here are some new winning recipes from our Creative Arts Cooking competitions that will start your year right....
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State Fair of Texas Lotería!
From the traveling fairs of late 19th century Mexico to the 2023 State Fair of Texas, Lotería is a beloved game that crosses cultures,...
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House Plants for the Holidays
The days are getting shorter and colder, which means the holiday season is approaching. This time of year, people begin spending more time...
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Allstate Red River Rivalry extended to remain at Cotton Bowl through 2036; Extensive stadium renovations planned as the historic football series will continue to be played on the neutral site of the annual State Fair of Texas in Dallas
The University of Texas and University of Oklahoma have agreed to a contract extension that will keep the historic Allstate Red River...
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Ending the Year with Holiday Recipes
The holiday season is upon us, which means more opportunities to show off and practice those cooking skills! Whether you have family coming...
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Hydroponics at Home with Big Tex Urban Farms
If you visit the Errol McKoy Greenhouse on the Midway during the State Fair of Texas, you may notice something interesting tucked away...
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Fall Inspired Recipes to Start the Holidays!
Indulge in the flavors of fall with a collection of mouthwatering recopies straight from the winners of our Creative Arts Cooking...
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2023 Big Tex Business Masterclass Produces 14 Graduates
On the evening of November 2, 2023, the annual Big Tex Business Masterclass concluded with a graduation ceremony for 14 hardworking and...
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The 2023 State Fair of Texas by the Numbers
Serving as not only our largest community program but also as our largest fundraiser of the year, the 2023 State Fair of Texas proved to...
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