State Fair of Texas
Dates
Sep 25 – Oct 18, 2026
Countdown
In 4 months
Location
Dallas, Texas
Admission
Varies — see organizer
About this event
The iconic State Fair of Texas at Fair Park, featuring Big Tex, livestock shows, carnival rides, food (including Fletcher's Corny Dogs), exhibits, and live entertainment. One of the largest and most famous state fairs in the U.S. with over a million visitors annually.
Annual late September through mid-October
Location & directions
Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dallas, TX 75210
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