Big Tex’s boots are on the road until Aug. 1. The boots will be installed at a new exhibit at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The State Fairs: Growing American Craft exhibition exhibit will be open Aug. 22, 2025 - Sept. 7, 2026.

Texas’ attorney general alleged the City of Dallas and the fair were violating state law and the second amendment with the ban, which was adopted after a 2023 shooting.

Al Frugoni stops by to promote his upcoming Texas Open Fire Meat Up in Hondo, Texas, and we wrap up our time at the State Fair of Texas rating all the new bites on the Flavor Gauge.

The State Fair of Texas, which is open until Oct. 20, has a new batch of Big Tex Choice Awards Winners and Finalists. Join David Elder as he takes us on a food tour to try out all the new bites.

With the State Fair opening in less than a month, the Attorney General is asking a Dallas County judge to overturn the ban on guns.

The Texas State Fair announced guns would be banned on the grounds after three people were injured by gunfire at last year’s event.

The State Fair is well-known for its creative and crazy food creations, like deep-fried potato salad and deep-fried latte for coffee lovers. This year’s finalists continued to deliver on the shock factor of menu items.

SAN ANTONIO – We’re all bummed we can’t go to the State Fair this year. That’s why Adeina Anderson, of Creative Lifestyles with Adeina, is bringing the fair fun to you! Watch the video above to learn how to make easy carnival games at home, like DIY goldfish bowls and the ring toss. Anderson also shares how to make easy funnel cake. You can find more crafts on her website.