2012 State Fair of Texas
10 AM
to 10 PM
3800 Parry Avenue , Dallas, TX
Age Limit
N/A
$12 - $18
Start date: Friday, September 28, 2012
End Date: Sunday, October 21, 2012
The theme for 2012 is "Big and Bright" and special activities will include a Chinese Lantern Festival and a display of lights and graphics on the Cotton Bowl's facade. Read more about the 2012 State Fair of Texas.
TICKET PRICES:
• General Admission: $16
• Kids under 48" tall: $12
• Seniors 60 and over: $12
• Children 2 and under: Free
• Seniors 60 and over: Free every Thursday (Oct. 4, Oct. 11, and Oct. 18)
HOURS: State Fair of Texas exhibit buildings open at 10 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. each Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday (closing at 9 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays). Midway opening times and closing times vary.
PARKING: Self parking is available on official State Fair lots for $15 per space. Look for Official State Fair Parking signs.
Information from venue
Sorry, this event ended on Oct. 21, 2012.
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