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State Fair of Texas by the Numbers: Attendance Record Broken

State Fair of Texas by the Numbers: Attendance Record Broken

The Essential Tasting Guide to the State Fair of Texas

The Essential Tasting Guide to the State Fair of Texas

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Honey Bun Dreams: A South Dallas Family Takes the Fair's Top Prize

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Sep 28, 2022

“Is that it?” That was Nicole Sternes’ first question when her husband told her earlier this year of his idea for an entry in the Big Tex Choice Awards at the State Fair of Texas ...
Big Tex: 70 years of Questionable Fashion Choices

By Sarah Schumacher
Sep 27, 2022

Over the many years that Big Tex has been a Texas institution, he has undergone many transformations. He changes his outfit every year. Here's a look at the history of his fashion choices, from his past as Santa to the Big Tex we know and love today.
Jimmy Kimmel Live's Guillermo Says Being a Late Night Sidekick Is 'the American Dream'

By Danny Gallagher
Sep 23, 2022

Jimmy Kimmel Live's Guillermo Says Being a Late Night Sidekick Is 'the American Dream'
Guillermo Rodriguez From Jimmy Kimmel Live Will Be At the State Fair Next Week

By Danny Gallagher
Sep 19, 2022

Late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel is sending his sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez to town on Tuesday to do something dangerous, reckless and stupid.
The Big Tex Choice Awards: Honey Buns, Horchata and Deep-Fried Charcuterie

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Aug 28, 2022

On Sunday a panel of judges gathered in Fair Park to judge the 10 fried food finalists for the 18th Annual Big Tex Choice Awards. The winners are the cream of the fried crop at the State Fair of Texas, which runs Sept. 30 - Oct. 23 this year.
The Top 10 Fried-Food Finalists at The State Fair

By Darby Murnane
Aug 11, 2022

It’s that time. The State Fair of Texas has announced its 2022 Big Tex Choice Awards top 10 finalists. Last month we did a little betting on which bites would
Deep-Fried Brisket Cheese Sticks and More Good News from the State Fair

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Jul 8, 2022

Who's ready to down some corny dogs and funnel cakes? The State Fair of Texas lives in our veins for just one month, but the truth is, it's almost a year-round operation.
Carnival Eats Turns Its Eye on State Fair Treats

By Danielle Zachariah
Jun 8, 2022

While the State Fair is only a few months away, it’s never too early to start thinking about the amazing food they have to offer ...
Texas State Fair Announces Free Concert Lineup, Including 74 Local Performers

By Tyler Daniels
Jun 2, 2022

One of North Texas’ most popular annual traditions, the State Fair of Texas, returns once again this year from Sept. 30 through Oct. 23.
Deep Fried Money at the State Fair of Texas

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Mar 28, 2022

The new series on A&E, Deep Fried Dynasty, pulls the curtain back on the money behind the fried food business at the State Fair of Texas. And it’s quite fascinating.
The Glorious Fried Food of the State Fair Showcased in New Reality TV Series

By Chance Townsend
Feb 10, 2022

The wonderful fried foods and more at the State Fair of Texas are finally getting their time to shine on the national stage with a new TV show covering the 24 laborious ...
The State Fair of Texas Is Now Taking Applications for New Food Vendors

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Jan 26, 2022

The 2022 State Fair of Texas is months and months (and months) away, but they’re already working on the menu. They're now accepting applications for new small business and food concessionaires.
520,000 Corn Dogs in 24 Days & More Fair Gluttony by the Numbers

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Oct 25, 2021

The State Fair of Texas closed out another season on Oct. 17. In 24 days more than 2.2 million people passed through the gates to enjoy all sorts of food, fun and revelry.
In a New Book, Denise Montgomery Recalls Learning About Racism Through the State Fair

By Jacob Reyes
Oct 18, 2021

Gray clouds covered the sky as raindrops fell outside of Denise Montgomery’s front door window. It was the second Monday of October in 1965.
The Best Foodie Finds This Week: Fair Fare, Red Rivalry, a Beer Fest at Windmill And More

By Kristina Rowe
Oct 6, 2021

We may need to rename October "Foodie Festival Month" in Dallas. It’s not like we need another made-up food holiday, but there’s definitely going to be a lot of eating and drinking going on this month
For the People of the State Fair of Texas, Its Return Means More Than Fried Foods

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Oct 6, 2021

To say the State Fair of Texas is all about plowing through 6,700 calories in one afternoon is selling it short. Criminally so. As with many other things last year, we realized the true value of this dipped and fried event only after it was taken away from us.
The Best and Worst from the State Fair's Big Tex Choice Award Finalists

By Danny Gallagher
Oct 5, 2021

The Big Tex Choice Awards are the cream of the crop foods at the State Fair each year. This year there are 43 items entered into the competition.
The Best Things To Do in Dallas Sept. 29-Oct. 5

By Diamond Rodrigue
Sep 29, 2021

If you can stomach the traffic, the parking fees and being around hundreds of other people, the State Fair of Texas is a fun place to snap photos near Big Tex and eat your feelings in corn dogs and funnel cakes.
Here's How to Eat Healthy at the Fair and Not Be Sad

By Kristina Rowe
Sep 29, 2021

Last week, just in time for opening day on Friday, the State Fair of Texas published a list of keto and Whole 30 food available at the fair.
State Fair of Texas Coupons Jump from 50 Cents to One Dollar

By Kristina Rowe
Sep 23, 2021

With opening day tomorrow, the State Fair of Texas is releasing news and updates at a rapid pace. One of the news items reported by Sarah Blaskovich

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