• The Road to Victory: The 75th Anniversary of D-Day

    D.A.R. House , United States

    The D.A.R. House's featured exhibit during the Fair will commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day, with features on the Normandy beach landings, efforts of women in this war, and much... Read more »

  • Creative Arts Competition: Glue-A-Shoe

    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... Read more »

  • Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pulls

    United Ag & Turf Plaza

    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... Read more »

  • Vocal Trash

    Coca-Cola Stage
  • Bob Warr’s Magic Chuck Wagon

    Howdy's Stage

    Don'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.

  • Butterfly Release

    Texas Discovery Gardens

    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.

  • Joshua Ray Walker

    Bud Light Stage

    Centrally located in Cotton Bowl Plaza, the Bud Light Stage is convenient to all your Fair food favorites and features a wide variety of local and regional acts - all... Read more »

  • Splashdance!

    Mattress Firm Stage on the Esplanade

    Developed exclusively for the State Fair of Texas, “Splashdance!” combines a high-energy performance of professional dancers and acrobats with the wowing Esplanade fountains. Set to festive music, this spectacular new... Read more »