Dazzling Entertainment at the 2024 State Fair of Texas

DALLAS (KDAF) — The 2024 State Fair of Texas is back with an electrifying lineup of entertainment that’ll have you dancing, laughing, and gasping in awe. Spanning 24 jam-packed days, this year’s fair is bursting with excitement from concerts to car shows, all included with your general admission ticket.

First up, the Fringe Stage is sizzling with fresh talent! Don’t miss the magic of Billy Kidd, who joins the stellar lineup of returning crowd-pleasers like Mighty Mike, Sara Twister, and Street Circus.

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Over at the Chevrolet Main Stage, prepare to be starstruck by headliners Jo Dee Messina, Bowling for Soup, Dasha, Jesse & Joy, and the iconic Commodores. Meanwhile, the Yuengling Flight Stage promises to make you laugh with the Deep Fried Comedy series every Friday night at 8 p.m.

Hold onto your cowboy hats, because Cirque du Soleil and Universal Music Group Nashville are bringing their brand-new spectacle, Songblazers, to the Music Hall at Fair Park. This dazzling production, in partnership with Broadway Dallas and the State Fair of Texas, celebrates the legends of country music with jaw-dropping acrobatics and live performances. Catch one of the 33 shows from Sept. 25 to Oct. 20.

But wait, there’s more! In the Hall of State, witness Guinness World Record-Holder Bryan Berg’s card-stacking genius, and explore the fascinating Texana Collection showcasing treasures from pre-Colonial Spanish Texas through the Revolution.

The historic Fair Park Coliseum is revving up for the return of the State Fair of Texas Rodeo, now in its third amazing year. Experience the rodeo magic every weekend from Monday to Sunday.

And that’s not all! Gear up for the 95th annual Cotton Bowl Football Game, marvel at The Mattress Firm’s Illumination Sensation, join the fun at The Pint-Sized Parade, cheer on the Texas Pig Races, and meet Cowboy Trey. If you think that sounds like fun, then you are in for a treat when you get the full scoop on all the fair attractions.

Season passes are on sale now at bigtex.com/season-pass. Mark your calendars—the 2024 State Fair of Texas kicks off on Friday, Sept. 27, and runs through Sunday, Oct. 20.