Get a 'Taste of Texas' at the state fair
This year's theme of the State Fair of Texas is 'Taste of Texas,' and there's no shortage of delicious foods available at this year's fair.
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This year's theme of the State Fair of Texas is 'Taste of Texas,' and there's no shortage of delicious foods available at this year's fair.
The Talley family brought the famous ride to Texas from Italy in 1984.
Kennedi Walker goes behind the scenes to show us how the classic treat is made.
When you think fair food, you think turkey legs, funnel cakes, and corny dogs. Candied pickles are just one of the unique treats you can get at the State Fair of Texas this year. Kennedi takes a bite of the salty and sour chamoy pickle.
The State Fair of Texas begins today! Check here throughout the day for all the fun and festivities going on.
After a year of planning, the floats are ready for the Kroger Starlight Parade at the State Fair of Texas. The parade runs every night at 7:15 p.m. Kennedi got an inside look at preparations with Taylor Austin, who helped plan the parade.
Over two million people are expected to attend the State Fair of Texas. Senior Vice President of Public Relations for the fair, Karissa Condoianis, breaks down what it's like to prepare for so many fair-goers.
The State Fair icon is celebrating a big birthday this year!
"I don't want to put a game out here that nobody's going to play," said David Russ, the Director of Midway Operations.
The Woofus is 20 years old now, and he needs a little touch-up.
How will you get to the State Fair of Texas, and where can you park? Madison Sawyer helps you plan ahead for your trip to the fair.
From new cameras to an improved PA system, officials are working hard to keep fairgoers safe.
As a treat to their loyal customers, and to commemorate their 80th anniversary, they're giving away 80 free corny dogs every Friday this year.
In 1970, a missing piece of clothing nearly kept Big Tex out of the State Fair of Texas.
"I want them to see a liveliness that's there," Hansen said. "He's not a real person, but he has a personality that people assign to him, plus his voice and all that.
The world's biggest cowboy - who's wearing a new outfit this year - was raised in Fair Park this morning.
Judges compared all the entries and found the best of the best of savory food, sweet food, and creative dish.
