Ah, the State Fair of Texas—where funnel cakes are a food group, rides spin you around until you’re dizzy, and every game booth is a chance to win that giant stuffed animal you never knew you needed. Whether you’re a seasoned fairgoer or a first-timer, here’s everything you need to know to make your visit a blast!
Dates
Get your fair game on from September 27 to October 20, 2024. The gates swing open at 10 a.m. on the first day—mark your calendar!
Hours
Sundays – Thursdays: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Fridays – Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Last entry time is 9 p.m.
Parking Gates & Ticket Booths
Open daily at 9 a.m.
Location
State Fair of Texas parking lot located at Gate 2
925 S. Haskell
Dallas, Texas 75223
Parking
State Fair parking is $20 per space at official Fair lots.
Pricing
General admission: $25-$15
Child (ages 3 to 12): $18-$5
Child two and younger: FREE
Senior (ages 60 and older): $18-$10
Seniors ½ price every Thursday: $5
Admission Discounts
Group Discount: Planning to attend with a group of more than 25 people? Advance group discount tickets are available
Monday through Thursday: Adult daily one-day admission tickets are only $15 and senior and child daily one-day admission tickets are only $10
Season Pass: available for only $60, which allows you attend the State Fair every day of the season. It also includes FREE State Fair gear, discounts, a bring-a-friend ticket, and much more! We also offer a variety of State Fair Combo packages. For more information check out our tickets page.includes 24-day admission as well as a variety of special VIP benefits.
Kroger Discounted Tickets: Purchase in advance at your local Kroger and get $3 off premium one-day admission tickets.
Mcdonald’s Coupons: Available at participating McDonald’s locations throughout North Texas on tray liners and inside their meal bags. Save $5 off on weekdays on any day.
Pay Child Price after 5 pm: ANY night of the week, no matter your age, all guests pay the child price ($10) after 5 pm. Available at the gate and online, after 5 p.m. every day.
Food + Ride Discounts
Thrilling Tuesdays: Discounts extend to the thrilling Midway for 4-Coupon Tuesdays. Most rides on the Midway are 4 coupons, with Kiddie rides discounted to 3 coupons on Tuesdays. Excludes the Thrillway and the Texas Star Ferris Wheel.
Thrifty Thursdays: discounted food prices or mini versions offered for less. (participating vendors)
Allowed Items at the Fair
Wagon
Small children may be pulled in a wagon.
Personal Food and Beverages
Many visit the Texas State Fair for te Food but if you can bring your own food or beverage.
note: alcohol, glass containers, metal knives, and forks are prohibited.
Coolers or Ice Chests
Your cooler will be searched as you enter the grounds
note: alcohol, glass containers, metal knives, and forks are prohibited.
Pro-Tips
- Want to avoid crowds? The mornings/weekdays are your best shot.
- Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners play at the Cotton Bowl Stadium Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 2:30PM.
- Wanting to catch the game or in a party vibe? Go in the morning.
- Wanting to avoid the crowds? Go in the evening.
