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By State Fair of Texas | March 31, 2020

What items are not allowed inside Cotton Bowl Stadium?

All Bags, including backpacks Purses that exceed 10” x 10” Medical Bags will be inspected upon entry All weapons of any sort ...

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By State Fair of Texas | March 31, 2020

What is the State Fair Showdown?

During the 2018 and 2019 State Fair’s, the State Fair Showdown will be played in the historic Cotton Bowl. The matchup will be between...

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By State Fair of Texas | March 31, 2020

Is the State Fair Classic (Grambling/Prairie View) at the Fair every year?

Yes, the annual State Fair Classic has been a State Fair of Texas tradition since 1925, and a weekend that people enjoy and look forward to...

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By State Fair of Texas | March 31, 2020

Is the AT&T Red River Showdown (TX/OU) at the Fair every year?

Yes, the annual Texas vs. OU football game has been a State Fair of Texas tradition since 1929, and a weekend that people on both sides of...

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By State Fair of Texas | March 31, 2020

What football games are played at the Cotton Bowl during the Fair?

There are two college football games scheduled on Saturdays during the 2021 State Fair of Texas. A game ticket includes fair admission game...

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