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State Fair of Texas 2026 Guide & Review | Trying Tons of New Foods, Exploring Free Exhibits & Midway
The 2026 State Fair of Texas takes place September 25 to October 18 and is the longest-running and largest state fair in the United States. Beyond the gigantic Texas Star Ferris wheel and 55-foot tall Big Tex icon, the State Fair of Texas features free exhibits, a massive rides midway and unique food offerings. Our visit features a tour of this year's fair and its offerings, along with a deep dive into 2026's newest food creations. We try several bites, including the chicken fried steak biscuit, deep fried bourbon banana bread, fried butter chicken, the fried green tomato lobster bruschetta and Fletcher's new chocolate corn dog.
State Fair of Texas 2024 - Trying New Interesting Foods & Touring the Midway
The State Fair of Texas officially began in 1886 and has operated nearly every year since then. Running only a few weeks, the fair features over 277 acres of exhibits, rides and attractions, along with unique food line-ups and entertainment. This year's food offerings include the drowning taquitos, the new hammy pimento meltdown sandwich and the Strawberry Pop-Tarts beignetffle. Join us as we review several food and drink offerings along a tour of the State Fair of Texas.