Big Tex Blog

Introducing the Free Lone Star Music Series

The State Fair of Texas presents the 2019 Lone Star Music Series, offering FREE daily live music by Texas musicians on four stages across...

Katie was the winner of our Big Tex Boot Design contest and her unique artwork will be painted on the big guy's boots for the 2019 Fair...

Every year, the State Fair’s Livestock department hosts several free pre-Fair horse shows on weekends leading up to the State Fair of...

The Ninth Annual Big Tex Golf Classic was a hole-in-one for Texas students. A record-breaking $105,330 was raised at the event, with all...

In keeping with the State Fair of Texas mission of promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement, we are happy to introduce...

Celebrating 133 years of tradition in the fall, the State Fair of Texas® will return for another season of food, festivities, and family...

Cookouts are one of the best parts of the summer. In Texas, a cookout can include all kinds of food from traditional hamburgers and hotdogs...

As the registration deadline quickly approaches (mail in- July 19 or online- August 2), we’re highlighting some of our favorite Arts...

The State Fair of Texas Celebrity Chef Kitchen is a Fair-fan favorite! Located in the Creative Arts building, the Kitchen hosts popular...

A season pass for the State Fair of Texas® is more than just a ticket to the Fair, it offers you 24 days to create memories with friends...