Fresh Look for State Fair

Aug 30, 2024 08:38AM ● By Bernice Butler

This year there are exciting new experiences at the State Fair of Texas. Whether attending for the food, the football or the music, there is something for everyone from September 27 to October 20. Debut attractions, exciting football matchups and star-studded musical performances make this season unforgettable for visitors of all ages.

Since 1886, the nonprofit State Fair of Texas, now a National Historic Landmark, has promoted Texas agriculture, education and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment.

New culinary delights include the Big Tex Choice Award finalists the Dominian Fritura Dog, The Drowning Taquitos, Hot Chick-In-Panccake Poppers, Texas Fried Burnt End Bombs, Nevins Nutty Bar-Laska and Rousso’s Cotton Candy Bacon on A Stick.

Football showdowns will take place on October 12 at the AT&T Red River Showdown, where the Texas Longhorns face off against the Oklahoma Sooners in one of college football’s most storied rivalries; and September 28, when the State Fair Classic will see the Grambling State Tigers take on the Prairie View A&M Panthers, continuing a tradition of excellence on the gridiron.

The 2024 State Fair of Texas features more than 100 artists on three stages, including the Chevrolet Main Stage, the Bud Light Stage and the Yuengling Flight Stage. All performances are free with fair admission, including a September 27 kick-off with Joe Dee Messina.

Location: 925 S. Haskell, Dallas. For tickets and more information, call 469- 945-3247 or visit BigTex.com.

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