Big Tex’s Farmyard
Next to Leonhardt Lagoon , United StatesLocated next to the Kids' Boardwalk, Big Tex’s Farmyard provides an educational experience through interactive exhibits as well as live animal displays, including calves, piglets and hatching chicks. Learn all about agriculture and its impact on the state of Texas, from the importance of farming and ranching to the process of raising and caring for... Read more »
Kids’ Boardwalk
Kids' BoardwalkFree and just for kids, the State Fair of Texas Kids' Boardwalk is where the fun begins! Kid-friendly acts include Ronald McDonald, Buford Buzzard, Shorty McKoy - Tiniest Texas Cowboy and Bob Warr's Magic Chuck Wagon. Free activities include games, arts & crafts and face painting. This outdoor area is located near the Leonhardt Lagoon,... 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 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 »
Chainsaw Carver
First Ave. & MLK Blvd.Burt Fleming as he takes a blank section of timber and turns it into a work of art using his chainsaw. Owls, eagles, bears, alligators- Burt can find all these and more inside logs and pieces of wood. This chainsaw carver's natural talent and quick wit are not to miss.
Shorty McKoy: Texas’ Tiniest Cowboy
Kids' BoardwalkThis 17-inch cowboy puppet interacts with kiddos, entertaining guests with singing, dancing and joke-telling.
Allison Hodges & Katrina Warner – TCC SE Campus
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.
Our Founding Fathers exhibit
D.A.R. House , United StatesHome to the Jane Douglas Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, this landmark building first opened its doors in 1936 at the Texas Centennial Exposition. Visitors learn about history, conservation, literacy, and genealogy through exhibits, artifacts, posters, brochures, flag displays, patriotic videos and music. The museum's featured exhibit will be "Our Founding Fathers."... Read more »
Buford Buzzard
Kids' BoardwalkThis tree-dwelling puppet dishes out some insults to the crowd, but don't worry, it's all in good fun. The lovable buzzard entertains children of all ages with his amusing antics and witty banter.
Charlie the Unipony
United Ag & Turf PlazaWorld-class street performer, Wade Henry, performs amazing tricks and stunts on his trusty unicycle - Charlie the Unipony.
Bob Warr’s Magic Chuck Wagon Show
Kids' BoardwalkDon't miss this comedy lecture on old Chuck Wagons, led by master magician Bob Warr who performs tricks with all of his food items and props.