DALLAS, Texas (KBTX) – The State Fair of Texas is cutting admission and parking prices for 2026 after hearing complaints from fairgoers about the overall cost of attending, according to the State Fair of Texas.
The organization said it reviewed the total cost of a fair visit in response to feedback from guests during the 2025 season.
“Families have always been at the heart of the State Fair of Texas, and every year we listen closely to what our fairgoers tell us about their experience,” said Karissa Condoianis, State Fair of Texas senior vice president of public relations. “We take that feedback seriously. This year, we are making meaningful changes to admission and parking while continuing to offer the experiences, traditions, and attractions our guests look forward to every fall.”
What’s changingAdult daily tickets: $15 Monday-Thursday and $25 Friday-Sunday, down $2Senior tickets (60+): $13 Monday-Thursday and $20 Friday-Sunday, down $2 on weekendsChild tickets (ages 3-12): $10 every day of the fair, down from as much as $22 on weekends in 2025, a 54% reductionChildren 2 and younger: Continue to receive free admissionAfter 5 p.m. admission: $10 for all guests Monday through ThursdayOfficial State Fair parking: $25 per day, down $5
“Providing greater value does not mean compromising the State Fair experience,” said Mitchell Glieber, State Fair of Texas president. “We are continuing to invest in the attractions, entertainment, agriculture, and traditions that make the State Fair special, while creating more flexibility for Texans to experience the State Fair.”
Existing discount programs continue
The fair also continues to offer several recurring discount opportunities, including reduced admission for donating food items, discounts for seniors, military members, first responders, and teachers, and free admission for many North Texas students.
Only one discount may be applied per guest, and discounts cannot be combined.
Season passes and multi-day options
The fair is also continuing to offer season passes and multi-day ticket packages, including a Digital Season Pass for $52, a Commemorative Hard Card Season Pass for $60-$62, and a one-day FLEX ticket for $27 that allows guests to choose their visit date.
The 2026 State Fair of Texas runs Friday, Sept. 25 through Sunday, Oct. 18 at Fair Park in Dallas.
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