You don’t need to be from Texas to have heard about its legendary state fair. Suitably, the Texas State Fair doesn’t mess around with the planning and execution of its 24-day extravaganza of fair ...

The ultimate tailgating item is coming to the State Fair of Texas next week. It's called the Fried Tailgate Party, and it's an entire menu of tailgate-type food wrapped into dough and dipped in the ...

When you think of the State Fair of Texas, we bet you're thinking about turkey legs and fried food probably come to mind. But ...

The State Fair of Texas has announced the winner of the 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest after receiving more than 400 entries from artists of all ages In a release Monday, the State Fair said 31-year ...

BEAUMONT, Texas — The South Texas State Fair officially kicked off opening day with large crowds, food favorites and thrill rides drawing fairgoers eager to dive into the festivities as soon as the ...

The State Fair of Texas will not hold any rodeo events during the 2026 edition of the event, organizers recently announced. Pre-Fair horse shows will also be cut from programming in 2026. However, the ...

Big Tex is getting a new pair of size 96 boots. The State Fair of Texas’ iconic mascot swaps out for new Luccheses every three years, as designed by State Fair fans. The 2026 winner, Aaliyah McNeal, ...

Growing up at the State Fair was magic. Stepping into her father's shoes, and overcoming a violent ordeal that happened as a ...

While visitors to the South Texas State Fair keep their eyes on the rides and food, organizers say the event is also designed ...

With nothing but clear skies and a light breeze overhead, a large crowd filled the grounds of Doggett Ford Park as the annual YMBL South Texas State Fair opened Thursday. It’s been a local tradition ...