"...For more than 100 years, the State Fair of Texas has been a major source of entertainment for millions, as well as a powerful factor in the growth of Dallas."

The State Fair of Texas is here. From food and rides to livestock shows and vendors, the State Fair of Texas has everything you need.

This year The 33 will be broadcasting live every Friday from the fairgrounds. So watch The 33 News at 5PM to see what is happening at the State Fair of Texas.

So gather your family and friends and head out to The State Fair of Texas.

Dates: September 24 - October 17, 2009
Location: Fair Park (click on the map to the right for directions.)

HOURS:

Exhibit buildings open at 10 a.m. each day. Exhibit buildings close at 10 p.m. (Friday - Monday) and 9 p.m. (Tuesday - Thursday). Museum hours vary. A couple of gates open as early as 7 a.m. but only the livestock are up and about at that time. Call 214.565.9931 for more information.

TICKET PRICES:

- General Admission: $15
- Kids under 48" tall: $11
- Seniors 60 and over: $11
- Children 2 and under: Free
- Seniors 60 and over: Free every Thursday
- (Sept. 30, Oct. 7 & Oct. 14)
- Dallas Fall Garden Getaway: $18

FOOTBALL GAMES: (Cotton Bowl Stadium)

(Fair admission is free on day of game with game ticket) Grambling vs Prairie View, Saturday, Sept. 25, 6 p.m.
Texas vs Oklahoma, Saturday, Oct. 2, Time TBA
Tech vs Baylor, Saturday, Oct. 9, Time TBA

PARKING:

Self parking is available on official State Fair lots for $15 per space. Look for "Official State Fair Parking" signs. Valet parking offered at Grand Avenue (daily) and Haskell/Parry (Saturdays/Sundays only) for $30. Over-the-road buses are charged $45.

Spaces marked for the disabled are located in each lot. First come, first serve. If spaces are filled, an attendant will direct you to the next available spaces. The parking fee applies.

Overnight parking is prohibited except during the two football games referenced below:

Click here for RV overnight parking information for the Red River Rivalry matchup on October 2, 2010.

Click here for RV overnight parking information for the Texas Tech vs Baylor football game on October 9, 2010.

Call the State Fair Information Line at 214.565.9931 (press O) for additional assistance or e-mail us at pr@bigtex.com.

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