Pan American Santa Gertrudis, Brangus, and Red Brangus Show & Youth Heifer Showmanship

Livestock Judging Pavilion

With 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.

Pan American/Youth Dairy Cattle Show (followed by Youth Dairy Showmanship)

Livestock Judging Pavilion

With 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.

The Texas Rovers

Classic Corral

For 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 T - Birds and Model A's to Jaguars and Corvettes, this exhibit will leave you with a feeling of nostalgia.

Cooking Contest: Pie Contest

Creative Arts Building

Whether they’re sampling cookies, baking pizzas, or cranking ice cream, the competition is always hot in the State Fair of Texas Competition Kitchen. Each day of the Fair brings a new contest or cook-off to the Fair’s culinary stadium with prized ribbons on the line. Visit the Competition Kitchen to see who will take home... Read more »

Celebrity Chef Demonstration- Matt Trevino – The Dutch, W Hotels and Resorts

Creative Arts Building

For those of you looking for a true culinary experience, the State Fair recommends attending one of its daily Celebrity Chef demos, where popular chefs from some of Texas’ most prominent restaurants show off their skills. Chefs prepare a signature dish, share tips and answer audience questions, also giving audience members a chance to sample... Read more »

Celebrity Chef Demonstration- Celisse Hill – Sodexo Castleberry ISD

Creative Arts Building

For those of you looking for a true culinary experience, the State Fair recommends attending one of its daily Celebrity Chef demos, where popular chefs from some of Texas’ most prominent restaurants show off their skills. Chefs prepare a signature dish, share tips and answer audience questions, also giving audience members a chance to sample... Read more »

Celebrity Chef Demonstration- Hao Tran – Lost In The Sauce

Creative Arts Building

For those of you looking for a true culinary experience, the State Fair recommends attending one of its daily Celebrity Chef demos, where popular chefs from some of Texas’ most prominent restaurants show off their skills. Chefs prepare a signature dish, share tips and answer audience questions, also giving audience members a chance to sample... Read more »

Recurring

Chad Stockslager

Yuengling Stage

Located inside the State Fair of Texas Wine Garden, the Texas Monthly Stage offers a mix of live, local entertainment including musicians, six nights of stand-up comedy featuring multiple comedians each show, and three weekends of jazz artists curated by Uptown Jazz Dallas.

Celebrity Chef Demonstration- Laura Carrizales – Locura Small Bites

Creative Arts Building

For those of you looking for a true culinary experience, the State Fair recommends attending one of its daily Celebrity Chef demos, where popular chefs from some of Texas’ most prominent restaurants show off their skills. Chefs prepare a signature dish, share tips and answer audience questions, also giving audience members a chance to sample... Read more »