Dasani Half-Off Opening Day
FairgroundsBring 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 »
Opening Day of the 2019 State Fair of Texas
Fair ParkThe gates swing open at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 27 for the 2019 State Fair of Texas! Don’t miss all the fun Opening Day activities including the Opening Ceremony... Read more »
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... Read more »
Craft Demo: Card Stamping
Creative Arts Building
Farmer Mike Pumpkin Carver
Errol McKoy Greenhouse on the MidwayMike 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.
Texas Cinema
Hall of StateProduced 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 »
Texas Cinema
Hall of StateProduced 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 »
Food & Fiber Pavilion
GO TEXAN PavilionKnown 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 »
Casa de Chocolate: “A Sweet Indulgent Affair”
The Women's MuseumHoused inside the Women's Museum, Mundo Latino will present Casa de Chocolate, “A Sweet Indulgent Affair.” This exhibit offers fairgoers a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the origin and history of chocolate... Read more »
Little Hands on the Farm
Fair Park ColiseumKids love this fun and interactive exhibit where they learn how food gets from farm to table. Activities on this miniature farm include planting seeds, gathering eggs and driving a... Read more »