Fair Park

Site of the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition, the annual State Fair of Texas, concerts, and exhibits, Fair Park boasts the world's largest collection of Art Deco exhibit buildings, art and sculpture. Fair Park is a Landmark Historic District.

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    (214) 426-3400

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    fairpark.org

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1200 S 2nd Ave (at Grand Ave) Dallas , TX 75210 United States

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Asti Powell

This is a GREAT place to take the family for education AND fun! Fair Park is home to a Children's Aquarium , several museums , & the Texas Discovery Garden ! PLUS superior architecture & a rich history! Read more

Dallas Foodie (Danielle G.)

There is nothing to dislike about "Fried Picnic on a Stick": spicy chicken , pickles , and tator tots fried and dipped in ranch, BBQ , or honey mustard sauce . It's enough for a meal at the fair !

Reneeshia McIntyre

Come enjoy the Summer Adventure that opened new this summer @ Fair Park. Admission opens the door to lots of rides, games, food and fun. See you there!

Social News Network

Everything's bigger in Texas including the state fair . In addition to the delicious fried foods, rides, long lines , the obligatory Red River Rivalry game falls on a weekend during the fair .

Dallas Foodie (Danielle G.)

Surprisingly delicious little snack , "Fried Mexican Fire Cracker" contains shredded chicken , cheese , and jalapeños in a fresh-made masa dough — nice flavor change-up from the food coated in fry batter.

Val Diaz

Loved being back in Fair Park!!! Had an awesome time at the Texas State Fair ! Brought back a lot of childhood memories.

Dallas Foodie (Danielle G.)

"Chicken Fried Cactus Bites" with jalapeño ranch dipping sauce or agave nectar sauce were spicier than most of us liked. Closest comparison is like eating spicy fried green beans .

Staci Stevens

I've grown up in Dallas and will always love Fair Park. Fun to visit in off season or during the fair . Love the architecture .

TheSagBartender

I am working the fair but wear comfortable shoes , drink plenty of water, ride the dart and save on parking , and have fun! :-):-):-)

Randall White

An Art Deco landmark created for the 1936 Texas Centennial and now home to museums , performance venues, festivals , The (authentic ) Cotton Bowl, football games, and the State Fair of Texas. Read more

Dallas Foodie (Danielle G.)

Three-cheese mac 'n' cheese is baked, battered, and fried, then placed on a beef party on a bun , served with waffle fries . From a foodie standpoint, it tastes like 3 foods from the grocery freezer.

Chevrolet

Want to test drive your favorite Chevy? Need to recharge your phone? How about taking a shot at the pitching challenge? Do all of this and more at the Chevrolet Town Square!

Jhannet Sanchez

Chinese Lantern Festival is still open it is beautiful and you learn so much about their culture.

Ami H.

30 or so left of the more than 50 art deco buildings constructed for the Texas Centenial Exposition Worlds Fair

Ray Lopes

I really like this place and the great events it held like the annual Texas State Fair and the Untappd Beer Festival !

Jennifer Spera

the texas state fair is the best in the nation! love the art deco architecture of the buildings. many childhood memories of fair park... also it is a great place to roller blade Read more

Marci Glennon

Was at state fair for the very first time so much fun my son took me his first time food was good didn’t go on any rides too old for that very tired when I left

Cash for Cars Dallas

It's so fun and the best part is the Auto Show in Dallas is the best

Nick Shanker

Great for concerts and the Texas Fair . Take Dart instead of driving

Nina K

Had a great time at the fair bit a little crowded . Wear your walking shoes .

Anthony Lyles

Big Tex , corny dog, turkey leg , funnel cake ! What more could you ask for?

Asti Powell

The State Fair of Texas, a 24-day event boasting "entertainment, education , exposition , and organization " is held annually here!! Read more

Jorge E

Check out the Texas Museum of Automotive History at Grand Place (next to where Big Tex usually stands)

Janet Butcher

Everything

Don Diamant

This is where the Texas State Fair is held and the Cotton Bowl resides.

Russ UNT

Big Texas Beerfest every year in Spring takes place in the Automotive building

Ed Vargas

The Great State Fair of Texas (24 days every October of everything that makes Texas unique )

Mariel Olaizola

I love it, it's a really nice play for family

Maggie MacG

Love to come here for the State Fair and the Chinese Lantern Festival .

Asti Powell

Fair Park was the site of the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition . Fifty years later it was designated a National Historic Landmark ! Read more

Bill Lowry

Big Texas Choice Awards - I'm rooting for "Deep Fried Breakfast for Dinner "

Rosaura Romero

Fletcher's Corn Dogs and the Belgium waffles are the best!

Jim Otto

Have to come back to Texas occasionally for the fletchers corny dogs and the auto show.

Colin Stark

Make sure you go and see Big Tex !

Eloina Good

Love the Fair Park always leave with a empty wallet but a happy belly.

Timothy Möhle

Fun events but so underutilized throughout the year.

Jacqueline Kluver

The sweet potato twister with marshmallow creme is delicious!

Shon W

Great shopping and entertainment venues dining

al ludwigs

A great place to have fun while watching the games.

Michael. E Hickman

Vaccination got my 2nd. Lines good people happy shot not bad

al ludwigs

I recommend front row seating and popcorn with a soda .

Eva Hall

Its alwsys good to visit all kinds of places in your home town .

Aaron Bussell-Boaz

No golden gate park , no central park , but dank it, we got FAIR PARK! Much love.

Mindy

Bring some Tums if you plan on eating something---fried food galore!

Bruce Clay

Corn dogs and the automobile building

Lovely G.

Huge park great for events .

@CedarHillMom

#namidallas

HTEDance

Fun place. I remember this park from when I was a kid.

Asti Powell

Fair Park was designated by the American Planning Association a Great Place in America! Check it out: <aclass="entity url"rel="nofollow" href="http://planning.org/greatplaces/"target="_blank" data-sig="H6ldBIezmmWkS3GwTFC3h1BWeKU=" onmousedown="fourSq.ui.OutgoingLink.mousedown($(this), event)" data-source="tip-text">http://planning.org/greatplaces/</a>

Darlin Ordonez

Chinese lantern festival its a must!

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As Americana art goes… it’s a classic! Texas State Fair is a must see. - Jason Shellhammer

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You need coupons for food & drink but not for the merchandise. - Susan's Soaps

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