Dave Alexander
Chevrolet Main StageWith live music as one of its cornerstones, the State Fair of Texas presents 24 days of free concerts on the Chevrolet Main Stage, featuring a variety of musical acts across all genres. The stage showcases national and regional talent of all types, with all performances included in the price of admission. The Chevrolet Main... Read more »
Celebrity Chef Demonstration- Chris Patrick (Bright Box Foods)
Celebrity Chef KitchenFor those of you looking for a true culinary experience, the State Fair recommends attending one of its daily Celebrity Chef demos, where popular chefs from some of Texas’ most prominent restaurants show off their skills. Chefs prepare a signature dish, share tips and answer audience questions, also giving audience members a chance to sample... Read more »
Frankie Leone
Samsung StageOn Nimitz Drive beside the Creative Arts building you will find the Dr Pepper Stage, offering an eclectic mix of musical talent and a quaint grassy area to relax with your friends and family. Featuring an all-new lineup in 2019, the Dr Pepper Stage shows perform at 11:00 a.m., 1:00, 3:30, 5:00, and 7:00 p.m.... Read more »
Bree and the Fellas
Bud Light StageCentrally located in Cotton Bowl Plaza, the Bud Light 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 2019 lineup includes performances at 12:30, 3, 5:30, and 8 p.m. Presented by Bud Light.
Frankie Leone
Samsung StageOn Nimitz Drive beside the Creative Arts building you will find the Dr Pepper Stage, offering an eclectic mix of musical talent and a quaint grassy area to relax with your friends and family. Featuring an all-new lineup in 2019, the Dr Pepper Stage shows perform at 11:00 a.m., 1:00, 3:30, 5:00, and 7:00 p.m.... Read more »
Bree and the Fellas
Bud Light StageCentrally located in Cotton Bowl Plaza, the Bud Light 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 2019 lineup includes performances at 12:30, 3, 5:30, and 8 p.m. Presented by Bud Light.
Butter Sculpture
Creative Arts BuildingAmidst the blue ribbon winning contest entries displayed throughout the Creative Arts building lies an equally unique creation - the State Fair butter sculpture. The talented Sharon BuMann will take hold of the 2019 butter sculpture project based on this year's theme "Celebrating Texas Creativity."
Youth Agricultural Public Speaking Contest (followed by awards)
Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center , United StatesCraft Demo: Quilling
Creative Arts BuildingCooking Contest: Jammin’ with Jelly
Creative Arts BuildingWhether they’re sampling cookies, baking pizzas, or cranking ice cream, the competition is always hot in the State Fair of Texas Competition Kitchen. Each day of the Fair brings a new contest or cook-off to the Fair’s culinary stadium with prized ribbons on the line. Visit the Competition Kitchen to see who will take home... Read more »