Big Tex

Big Tex is stepping up his style for 2026—and you could design his new boots!

The State Fair of Texas and Lucchese Bootmaker are giving fans a chance to design Big Tex’s famous size 96 boots. Deadline is January 31, 2026.

The iconic Log Ride at the State Fair of Texas is retiring after 40 years! Take your final splash before it closes on October 19, 2025.

Calling all food vendors! Don't miss the chance to serve your innovative creations to fairgoers at the State Fair of Texas. Apply by March 31, 2025!

Is it time for this again already? Time does seem to drag when your Fair Food tummy is growling thinking about those delicious deep-fried whatcha-doodles you found at the fair last year. What will be new and delicious at the State Fair of Texas this year? It's time to see who is closing in on the titles.

The hard work and experimentation is all over, the dishes were made, the judges did their jobs, and the winners were announced. Who won the prized Big Tex Choice Awards for 2023? Let's take a look...

The countdown is on to find the best entries into the State Fair of Texas 19th Annual Big Tex Choice Awards. Check out these finalists vying for the coveted title of best new food at the Fair!

I know what you're thinking, "how can I get me a pair of those?" You can't, but Big Tex is going to enjoy this new pair of Lucchese boots this year at the State Fair of Texas.

Big Tex is a man of many secrets... It's why his hat is so big.

The State Fair of Texas has announced the finalists for their "2014 Big Tex Choice Awards", including a chicken fried baked potato, and a beer. For the "Original State Brew" a Funnel Cake Ale.

The State Fair of Texas starts today in Big D and there's one notable change you will definitely notice Big Tex is back bigger and better than ever. After all when you live in Texas everything is twice the size.

The Texas State Fair will begin Sept. 27 and last until Oct. 20 at Fair Park in Dallas, Texas. On Friday, Sept. 27 at 2 p.m. a newly restored Big Tex will be unveiled to the public.