Critter Encounter
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... Read more »
Kids Can Cook Show
Creative Arts Competition KitchenCelebrity Chef Dianne Linderman provides a fun and interactive way for kids to learn the basics of cooking, including the importance of cleanliness, how to handle food properly and how... Read more »
Ted Grieb – Culpepper’s Steakhouse
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.
Daily Feeding Demos
Children's AquariumThe child-friendly aquarium offers interactive exhibits for hands-on exploration including a coastal touch pool filled with horseshoe crabs, hermit crabs, lobsters and more. The outdoor pavilion features Stingray Bay, where... Read more »
Monarch Tagging
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... Read more »
Toby Blakely – Private Chef
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.
Prospect Steer Grand Champion Drive
Livestock Judging PavilionWith 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... Read more »
Coca-Cola Half-Price Thursdays
FairgroundsBring an empty 20 oz. bottle of any Coca-Cola product to any State Fair of Texas gate and receive a $9 admission ticket. One bottle per person. Discount may not... Read more »
Dallas Model A Ford Club
Classic CorralFor those of you with an appreciation for the classics, check out the Classic Corral - featuring different collections of vintage automobiles every weekend as well as select weekdays. From... 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... Read more »