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SUMMARY:Opening Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/opening-day-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:Hall of State
CATEGORIES:Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T142000
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SUMMARY:Mighty Mike
DESCRIPTION:A bender of horseshoes\, juggler of bowling balls and sledgehammers\, and all-around charmer\, Mighty Mike’s funny performance showcases strongman strength techniques dating back to the 1920s and\, dare we say\, questionable dance routines. Audience members will laugh the entire show but also leave motivated and inspired by the culture of the old-time strongman. 
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/mighty-mike/
LOCATION:Fringe Stage
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Shows,Activities
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T133000
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CREATED:20180906T150600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T162125Z
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SUMMARY:Allez-Oops!
DESCRIPTION:Proudly Texan\, CHulaHoopsUSA is a premier hoop company created with success for the masses in mind. CHulaHoops are uniquely designed so everybody can do it. Their team of bilingual\, pro hoop dancers and instructors mesmerize crowds with world class tricks and choreography on stage\, then they hit the floor to help the audience join in the hooping.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/allez-oops/
LOCATION:Fringe Stage
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Shows,Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T131500
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20220916T200936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T200936Z
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SUMMARY:Kids DJ Dance Party with OontzKids
DESCRIPTION:Party for the kids\, R&R for the rest of the family. Join us at Howdy’s near the Children’s Aquarium for this showcase of kid DJs from DFW’s DJ school\, OontzKids.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/kids-dj-dance-party-with-oontzkids/
LOCATION:Howdy’s Stage
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Live Music,Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190904T183758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T211325Z
UID:80546-1664535600-1664537400@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Chainsaw Carver
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/chainsaw-carver-2/
LOCATION:First Ave. & MLK Blvd.
CATEGORIES:Shows,Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20210729T174614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T174651Z
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SUMMARY:Oncor Petting Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Fun for the whole family\, this petting zoo allows fairgoers to interact with all their furry friends\, and even get the chance to feed them!
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/oncor-petting-zoo/
LOCATION:Pan Am Arena
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Livestock,Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T173000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20220916T155810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T155810Z
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SUMMARY:Livestock Guided Tours
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn about what you see in the barns? Catch a guided tour of the livestock barns from a professional. Tours leave every 30 minutes.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/livestock-guided-tours/
LOCATION:United Ag & Turf Plaza
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Livestock,Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20180913T192931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T173642Z
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SUMMARY:Chevrolet Ride and Drive
DESCRIPTION:Drivers\, start your engines! Chevrolet\, the official vehicle of the State Fair of Texas\, gives qualified drivers the chance to get behind the wheel of the most anticipated vehicles of the 2022 line up. Embrace your need for speed and head on over to Chevrolet Park Plaza to test drive the newest makes and models!
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/chevrolet-ride-and-drive/
LOCATION:Chevrolet Park Plaza
CATEGORIES:Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210926T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210926T151500
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20210720T204943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T192536Z
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SUMMARY:Paul Slavens
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/paul-slavens/
LOCATION:Yuengling Stage
CATEGORIES:Shows,Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20210908T161942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T163749Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Opening Day Ceremony is a State Fair tradition that celebrates the first day of the annual event on the Hall of State Steps. Held at 7 p.m.\, the ceremony includes special appearances\, the presentation of awards\, Kilgore Rangerettes\, and more. Join us as we officially begin the celebration of all things Texan. \n 
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/opening-day-ceremony/
LOCATION:Hall of State
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190923T221707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T161337Z
UID:81849-1632484800-1632488400@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Opening Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:The annual Opening Day Parade will take place in Fair Park at noon and will incorporate popular elements of the downtown parade. Fairgoers can now enjoy Opening Day Parade during their visit to the fairgrounds\, along with the daily Kroger Starlight Parade.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/opening-day-parade/
LOCATION:Parade Route
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20191006T164645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191012T144326Z
UID:82292-1571047200-1571058000@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Meet the Farmer with Dairy Max
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family fun on Oct. 14 for a farmer celebration event at the @DairyMAX Dairy Discovery Zone! Learn where milk comes from\, enter to win free @BordenDairy milk for a year\, and meet a real dairy farmer and Elsie the Cow. Plus: FREE STUFF! Face painting\, Borden giveaways and more. #StateFairofTX #DairyAmazing
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/meet-the-farmer-with-dairy-max/
LOCATION:Chevrolet Park Plaza
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T220000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190921T180422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190921T180609Z
UID:81781-1570788000-1570831200@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Activities with Blue Cross Blue Shield
DESCRIPTION:Did you know BCBSTX was born in #Texas 90 years ago? Be sure to stop by their booth in Chevy Park Plaza to learn about their new initiative & a chance to win a prize!
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/activities-with-blue-cross-blue-shield/
LOCATION:Chevrolet Park Plaza
CATEGORIES:Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190921T181231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190921T181419Z
UID:81800-1570701600-1570741200@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Nintendo Switch Road Trip
DESCRIPTION:Come join the fun at the Nintendo Switch Road Trip located in Chevy Park Plaza and experience some of the hottest games for the Nintendo Switch system!
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/nintendo-switch-road-trip/
LOCATION:Chevrolet Park Plaza
CATEGORIES:Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20191006T165144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191006T165144Z
UID:82294-1570359600-1570381200@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Home Depot Kid's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/home-depot-kids-workshop/
LOCATION:Top o’ Texas Tower Plaza\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190930T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190930T173000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190921T180238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190921T180238Z
UID:81784-1569861000-1569864600@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Spin the Wheel at Texas Lottery Luck Zone
DESCRIPTION:Head to the Texas Lottery Luck Zone to try your luck during the Fireball Frenzy from 4:30-5:30 for a chance to spin the wheel of prizes!
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/spin-the-wheel-at-texas-lottery-luck-zone/
LOCATION:Texas Lottery Luck Zone
CATEGORIES:Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigtex.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Newspaper-Ads-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190909T224248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T224248Z
UID:81301-1569596400-1569598200@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Critter Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Come face to face with one of our resident arthropods! You’ll learn about their natural environment and what role they play within it.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/critter-encounter-21/
LOCATION:Texas Discovery Gardens
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190909T224056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T224056Z
UID:81277-1569585600-1569587400@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Butterfly Release
DESCRIPTION:Take a peek into the butterfly world. This short informational talk includes a release of newly emerged butterflies into the Rosine Smith Sammons Butterfly House.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/butterfly-release-22/
LOCATION:Texas Discovery Gardens
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T121500
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190712T203609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T181823Z
UID:78531-1569584700-1569586500@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Kids' Pedal Tractor Pulls
DESCRIPTION:Kiddos can join the fun and come test their tractor skills at Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pulls. Children age four to 12 can test out their tractor-driving abilities and compete to win prizes while the crowd cheers them on. Each vintage pedal tractor is weighted so the farther one pedals\, the harder it is to reach the finish line. Kids compete to see who can pull the most weight.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/kids-pedal-tractor-pulls-2/
LOCATION:United Ag & Turf Plaza
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T111000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190909T223855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T223855Z
UID:81253-1569582000-1569582600@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Toddler Talk
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Texas Discovery Gardens to see a 10 minute lesson geared toward little ones ages 1-4. Their Entomology Team makes butterflies easy to understand for the smallest explorers.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/toddler-talk/
LOCATION:Texas Discovery Gardens
CATEGORIES:Activities
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190909T223504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T223603Z
UID:81205-1569580200-1569582000@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging
DESCRIPTION:Learn how citizen scientists capture\, tag and release monarchs to help biologists track their migration. A few participants get to help our entomologist tag and release monarchs!
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/monarch-tagging-42/
LOCATION:Texas Discovery Gardens
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T220000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190921T180756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190921T180756Z
UID:81790-1569578400-1569621600@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Activities with Rally Health
DESCRIPTION:Family-friendly activities that bring to life the small\, simple steps we can all take to help improve our overall care and health. Play a round of mini-golf and be rewarded for learning how Rally® makes it simple and fun to stay healthy. Post a pledge to be healthier on our wall and share a photo. Visit the Rally exhibit at Nimitz Terrace.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/activities-with-rally-health/
LOCATION:Nimitz Terrace
CATEGORIES:Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T220000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20180905T171236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T203525Z
UID:71200-1569578400-1569621600@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Home on the Range Barnyard
DESCRIPTION:See a variety of farm animals and while you’re there\, make sure and visit the nursery where sows\, ewes\, nanny goats and their young are on display. Fun for the whole family\, this barnyard allows fairgoers to interact with all their furry friends\, and even get the chance to feed them! Located inside Home on the Range at the Fair Park Coliseum.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/childrens-health-barnyard/
LOCATION:Fair Park Coliseum
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Livestock,Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20190905T003038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190929T235746Z
UID:80794-1569578400-1569618000@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Texas Auto Show
DESCRIPTION:Go BIGGER at the largest new car auto show in the Southwest; an event that lasts 24 days and showcases approximately 400 of the latest models from the world’s leading manufacturers. Bring your family and check out the hottest new rides\, while enjoying fun interactives and live entertainment. Whether you’re a die-hard car fanatic or you just like to look around at the newest models\, this show is the ultimate destination for all things auto.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/texas-auto-show-2/
LOCATION:Automobile & Centennial Buildings\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20180905T170952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T203438Z
UID:71175-1569578400-1569618000@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Little Hands on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Kids 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 tiny tractor before harvesting crops and taking them to market. With the earnings from sold crops\, snacks can be purchased in the General Store. Located inside Home on the Range at the Fair Park Coliseum. Suitable for toddlers up to eight years old.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/little-hands-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:Fair Park Coliseum
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T235959
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20180601T165807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T205236Z
UID:68976-1569542400-1569628799@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Opening Day of the 2019 State Fair of Texas
DESCRIPTION:The 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 and Ribbon Cutting. \nOPENING DAY CEREMONY \nThe Opening Day Ceremony is a State Fair tradition that celebrates the first day of the annual event on the Hall of State Steps. Held at 7 p.m.\, the ceremony includes special appearances\, the presentation of awards\, a performance by the United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps\, Kilgore Rangerettes\, and more. Join us as we officially begin the celebration of all things Texan. \nClick here to buy your tickets and food and ride coupons in advance
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/opening-day/
LOCATION:Fair Park
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigtex.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/18_btcom_schedule_openingday.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181019
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20180913T220323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T220324Z
UID:72725-1539820800-1539907199@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Daily Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:The 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 Drive across from the Creative Arts Building\, features three different wineries each day and offers guests the choice of buying a small taste\, glass or bottle of wine.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/daily-wine-tasting-21/
LOCATION:State Fair Wine Garden\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20180913T220321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T220322Z
UID:72722-1539792000-1539799200@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Texas State Florists Association
DESCRIPTION:Known to fairgoers as the ultimate food destination for all things Texan\, the GO TEXAN Pavilion is a daily showcase of Lone Star cuisine. Provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture\, the GO TEXAN Pavilion offers 25\,000 square feet of space which houses dozens of exhibitors on a daily basis. Features include a range of exhibitors such as Texas honey and live bees\, Texas toffee sampling\, Kitchen Craft cooking demos\, indoor garden displays\, interactive agriculture shows\, shopping at the Pioneer Brand GO TEXAN Store\, Texas forestry games and crafts\, live music and dancing on the Gazebo Stage and much\, much more!
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/texas-state-florists-association-2/
LOCATION:GO TEXAN Pavilion
CATEGORIES:Activities
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20180913T220320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T220321Z
UID:72718-1539777600-1539784800@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Blue Bell Ice Cream Float Day
DESCRIPTION:Known to fairgoers as the ultimate food destination for all things Texan\, the GO TEXAN Pavilion is a daily showcase of Lone Star cuisine. Provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture\, the GO TEXAN Pavilion offers 25\,000 square feet of space which houses dozens of exhibitors on a daily basis. Features include a range of exhibitors such as Texas honey and live bees\, Texas toffee sampling\, Kitchen Craft cooking demos\, indoor garden displays\, interactive agriculture shows\, shopping at the Pioneer Brand GO TEXAN Store\, Texas forestry games and crafts\, live music and dancing on the Gazebo Stage and much\, much more!
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/blue-bell-ice-cream-float-day-3/
LOCATION:GO TEXAN Pavilion
CATEGORIES:Activities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181018
DTSTAMP:20260530T222024
CREATED:20180913T220318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T220319Z
UID:72715-1539734400-1539820799@bigtex.com
SUMMARY:Daily Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:The 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 Drive across from the Creative Arts Building\, features three different wineries each day and offers guests the choice of buying a small taste\, glass or bottle of wine.
URL:https://bigtex.com/event/daily-wine-tasting-20/
LOCATION:State Fair Wine Garden\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities
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