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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

Can I bring personal food and beverages, coolers, or ice chests into the fair?

Tasting “Fair food” is a big reason why people visit the State Fair of Texas, but if you have any dietary restrictions or other reasons...

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

Can I bring a wagon into the fair?

Small children may be pulled in a...

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

Can I ride a bicycle, skateboard or roller blade at the fair?

In the interest of the overall safety for our guests, bicycles, skateboards, scooters, roller skates, and/or other wheeled forms of...

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

Can I fly drones/UAVS/UASS at the fair?

The State Fair of Texas is—and has always been—a private entity. The Fair leases the Fair Park property from the City of Dallas but is...

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

Can I bring selfie sticks, tripods, monopods, or other camera equipment into the fair?

Unless credentialed through the State Fair of Texas’ PR office, selfie sticks, tripods, monopods, and similar items are NOT allowed. We...

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

Can I bring large signs, large props, or similar items into the fair?

Large signs or props are NOT allowed. Please leave them at home or in your vehicle prior to entering the fairgrounds. Use of these items on...

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

Can I bring bull horns, air horns, megaphones, or similar items into the fair?

Bull horns, air horns, megaphones, and similar items are NOT allowed. Please leave these items at home or in your vehicle prior to entering...

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

Can I bring my pet to the fair?

Pets are NOT allowed, but service dogs are welcome on the fairgrounds during the State Fair of Texas; however, for safety reasons, they are...

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

How much do rides and games cost?

Most rides at the State Fair of Texas range from 5-12 coupons. The majority of kiddie rides located on the Kidway, are less than 6 coupons....

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By Phillip Morales | August 4, 2023

What activities are free at the fair?

The State Fair of Texas offers more than 100 FREE daily activities that are included in the price of your admission ticket. Whether it be...

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