New foods announced for State Fair of Texas

New foods announced for State Fair of Texas

DALLAS, TX (Sept. 14, 2021) The State Fair of Texas is known for taking culinary creativity to new heights, and 2021 is no exception. Fairgoers have the opportunity to taste all of the finalists of the Big Tex Choice Awards and decide if they agree with the judges’ selections for “Best Taste – Savory,” “Best […]

Winners of the 2021 State Fair of Texas Big Tex Choice Awards announced

Winners of the 2021 State Fair of Texas Big Tex Choice Awards announced

DALLAS, TX (August 30, 2021) It’s finally here, the moment you’ve all been waiting for – the highly-anticipated decision that denotes the ultimate achievement in Fair food. The 17th Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards was a battle for the ages. Despite a year’s hiatus, the 2021 finalists proved that there is no shortage of creativity when it […]

30 days to go: State Fair of Texas releases health and safety guidelines

30 days to go: State Fair of Texas releases health and safety guidelines

DALLAS, TX (August 25, 2021) Today marks 30 days until Opening Day and the State Fair of Texas team continues to work hard to ensure a safe environment for everyone during the Fair this year. Big Tex needs every fairgoer to do their part and most of all, be respectful of others and do the […]

2021 Big Tex Choice Awards finalists announced

2021 Big Tex Choice Awards finalists announced

ROCKWALL, TX – August 11, 2021 — The final countdown to three of the most coveted food titles in all of Texas begins. The State Fair of Texas is proud to present the 17th Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards. On Sunday, August 29, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “Best Taste – […]

State Fair announces 2021 Big Tex Choice Awards Food Competition Semi-Finalists

State Fair announces 2021 Big Tex Choice Awards Food Competition Semi-Finalists

DALLAS, TX (July 15, 2021) State Fair of Texas concessionaires are officially off to the races with a new lineup of incredible, edible innovations for the public to taste at the Fair this fall. The 17th Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards offers another year of exciting bites for all appetites. The 2021 lineup is bursting […]

State Fair of Texas officially canceled for 2020 season

State Fair of Texas officially canceled for 2020 season

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 7, 2020) The State Fair of Texas is officially canceled this year in light of the recent spike in COVID-19 cases in North Texas. The State Fair of Texas Board of Directors made the decision to vote against opening the fair this year in light of the recent spike in COVID-19 […]

Springer Elementary student earns Reserve Grand Champion honors at State Fair livestock show

Springer Elementary student earns Reserve Grand Champion honors at State Fair livestock show

(ROCKWALL, TX — Oct. 7, 2016) Reid Watson, a fourth grader at Springer Elementary and a member of Rockwall County 4H, won Reserve Grand Champion, Saanen Junior Doe in the Pan-American Livestock Show with his Saanen doe Lady Frances at the State Fair of Texas! This was Reid’s first State Fair of Texas show and his […]

Rock Wall Chapter DAR, East Fork Trinity SAR welcome State Fair visitors to historic Continental House

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 6, 2015) Rock Wall Chapter member and Past Regent Peggy Atterberry joined other area Daughters of the American Revolution members and members of the East Fork Trinity Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) to welcome visitors at the Continental DAR House at the State Fair of Texas. Glenn Atterberry, member of […]

State Fair butter sculptor spreads artistic message

A ‘Fair-ly’ Unusual Occupation September 30, 2014 – From chicken fried baked potatoes to funnel cakes and corn dogs, there’s no doubt that food is a main attraction at the State Fair of Texas. But for those who prefer to steer clear of artery-clogging entrees, this year’s wild Mustang sculpture is a healthy way to enjoy […]

Rockwall FFA named Grand Champion at State Fair of Texas Agriculture Mechanics Show

Rockwall FFA named Grand Champion at State Fair of Texas Agriculture Mechanics Show

(ROCKWALL – October 21, 2013) Rockwall FFA was awarded Grand Champion of the 2013 State Fair of Texas Agriculture Mechanics Show with a 36′ hydraulic dove tail deck over float with air ride suspension trailer. The trailer was constructed by Rockwall-Heath High School 2013 graduate Tucker Doughty and Rockwall High School Junior Zach Thomasson. Will […]