Military Appreciation Day

Fairgrounds

The State Fair is kicking off its 2019 event with Military Appreciation Day, in partnership with Texas Lottery Commission. On Opening Day all active military, retired military, and veterans receive... Read more »

Dasani Half-Off Opening Day

Fairgrounds

Bring a full 20 oz. bottle of Dasani water (or any 20 oz. Coca-Cola product) for donation to the North Texas Food Bank and get in for only $9 on... Read more »

Butter Sculpture

Creative Arts Building

Amidst 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... Read more »

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Farmer Mike Pumpkin Carver

Errol McKoy Greenhouse on the Midway

Mike Valladao, a.k.a. Farmer Mike, is world renowned for his enormous and expressive pumpkin carvings. Fairgoers can see him in action on weekends in the Greenhouse on the Midway.

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Texas Cinema

Hall of State

Produced in partnership by the State Fair of Texas and the Dallas Historical Society, “Texas Cinema” focuses on the history and impact of film performers and creators from the Lone... Read more »

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Texas Cinema

Hall of State

Produced in partnership by the State Fair of Texas and the Dallas Historical Society, “Texas Cinema” focuses on the history and impact of film performers and creators for the Lone... Read more »

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Food & Fiber Pavilion

GO TEXAN Pavilion

Known to fairgoers as the ultimate food destination for all things Texan, the Food & Fiber Pavilion is a daily showcase of Lone Star cuisine. Presented by the Texas Department... Read more »