Daily Top 5: Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Each new day at the 2015 State Fair of Texas brings exciting shows, family-friendly activities, live music, and so much more.

Visiting the Fairgrounds today? Be sure to add these five not-to-miss events to your to-do list.
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Daily Top 5 for Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Presented by PAW Patrol

Buildings open at 10 a.m.

1. Bud Light Sound Stage

   Presented by Bud Light.

   Centrally located in Cotton Bowl Plaza, the Bud Light Sound Stage is convenient to all your fair food favorites and features a wide variety of local and regional acts – all included with admission to the Fair. The 2015 lineup ranges from Tejano to classic country, with performances from the Tejas Brothers, Jennifer Nickerson and Ali Dee. Shows at 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 p.m. in Cotton Bowl Plaza.

2. Bufford Buzzard

   This tree-dwelling puppet dishes out some insults to the crowd, but don’t worry, it’s all in good fun. The lovable buzzard entertains children of all ages with his amusing antics and witty banter. Shows at 11:45 a.m., 12:30, 1:45, 2:30, 3:45, 4:30, 5:45 and 6:30 p.m. at the Kids’ Boardwalk.

3. Shop ‘till you Drop in the Embarcadero

   The ideal destination for shoppers, the Embarcadero offers exhibits featuring crafts, clothing, accessories, jewelry, food, health and beauty, home décor, household goods, pet products, tools and more. Embarcadero open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

4. State Fair Auto Show

   This event is the largest new car auto show in the Southwest, showcasing approximately 400 of the latest models from the world’s leading manufacturers. Bring your family and check out the hottest new rides, while also enjoying fun interactives and live entertainment. Whether you’re a diehard car fanatic or you just like to look around at the latest new models, this show is the ultimate destination for all things auto. Ideal for fairgoers looking to purchase a new car, or simply learn more about today’s available options, the Auto Show is full of experts from each of the manufacturing companies, ready to help you with any questions you may have. Auto Show open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

5. Starlight Parade

   This after-dark extravaganza is a fan-favorite, featuring a colorful assortment of illuminated floats, life-size puppets, stilt-walking performers and animated characters in ornate costumes. The bold and bright procession glides through the park nightly at 7:15 p.m. Don’t leave the Fair without seeing this amazing spectacle!