We are less than 100 days from the opening of the State Fair of Texas. The fair runs from Friday, Sept. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 22 at Fair Park in Dallas and we cannot wait to check out the newest attractions.
We’ll leave the acrobatics to the professionals.
Photo provided by the State Fair of Texas
🎪 New attractions
Your familiar favorites will still be around but don’t miss out on this year’s new attractions.
Soap Bubble Circus | See Guinness World Record-breaking feats of bubble-ology like a snowman on a tightrope and an exploding bubble volcano.
Street Circus | The husband-and-wife acrobats will put on a hilariously weightless performance of acrobatics, hula hoops, handstands, contortion, and comedy.
Dinosaurs at the Lagoon | Ten life-size dinos that were native to Texas will bring prehistoric fun for all ages. Don’t miss the 57-ft-tall Alamosaurus. Plus, Dr. Diggie-Bones will hold an interactive T-Rex-rific storytime.
Acrobuffs | Grab a seat — and an umbrella — for an epic water balloon stage show.
Home for the Holidays | Winter magic is coming early with this display of beautifully decorated Christmas trees.
Sarah Twister | The world-renowned street performer will wow crowds with contortion and back-bending archery shots.
Texas Tech University Centennial | Head to the Hall of State to walk through 100 years of the Red Raiders.
🎟️ Hours, tickets, parking
- Gates will open at 9 a.m. all 24 days.
- Tickets + parking passes will be available online. Admission costs $5-$25.
- Parking is available onsite — prices range from $20-$40 depending on the proximity to the fairgrounds. Check out the directions to get to the gates.
- Pro tip: Admission is the price of a child’s ticket after 5 p.m.
