Abbi Walker
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 »
Anastacia Quinones – The Cedars Sociál
Celebrity Chef KitchenDaily demonstrations from some of Texas' most renowned chefs who show off their cooking skills, share tips and offer samples of their signature dish to the audience.
Abbi Walker
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 »
Abbi Walker
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 »
Dr Pepper Half-Price Tuesdays
FairgroundsBring an empty Dr Pepper can to any State Fair of Texas gate on any Tuesday during the Fair and receive a $9 admission ticket. One can per person. Discount may not be combined with any other offers. Tuesday Savings extend to the Midway – most rides are discounted on Tuesdays. Midway discounts exclude the... Read more »
Daily Wine Tasting
State Fair Wine Garden , United StatesThe State Fair of Texas sets itself apart from other venues of its kind by housing a wine garden that features only Texas wines. The Wine Garden, located on Nimitz Drive across from the Creative Arts Building, features three different wineries each day and offers guests the choice of buying a small taste, glass or... Read more »
Youth Market Barrow Show
Swine BarnWith agriculture as one of its founding cornerstones, the State Fair of Texas is proud to present livestock and agriculture-related shows and contests throughout the annual exposition. Fairgoers are encouraged to visit the livestock barns and judging areas, but please be careful - these are working areas with live animals
Play With Your Food Contest
Creative Arts Competition KitchenDownload event details below. Pre-register on-line at BigTex.com/CreativeArts or fill out the during-Fair contest entry form and bring it with you on contest day to enter. See the Creative Arts Handbook for complete rules and entry guidelines. Creative Arts Handbook
The Great American Spam® Championship Contest
Creative Arts Competition Kitchen2018 SPAM® CONTEST THEME: HAWAII AND ISLAND-INSPIRED RECIPES Download event details below. Pre-register on-line at BigTex.com/CreativeArts or fill out the during-Fair contest entry form and bring it with you on contest day to enter. See the Creative Arts Handbook for complete rules and entry guidelines. Creative Arts Handbook
Lone Star Nature Art Exhibit
Texas Discovery GardensA perfect spot to stop for a little rest and relaxation, Texas Discovery Gardens offers entertainment the whole family will enjoy! Local organic gardens can be found outside, while the indoor section features a tropical butterfly house with hundreds of free-flying exotic butterflies. The “Snakesss of Texasss!” exhibit returns again, including native reptiles of all... Read more »